The University shall devote its work to research into the pressing global problems of human survival, development and welfare that are the concern of the United Nations and its agencies.
People — topics on improving lives of people everywhere
Planet — topics on preserving and improving our environment and natural resources
Prosperity — topics on building a sustainable and fulfilling future
Peace and partnerships — topics on fostering peaceful, just, and inclusive societies
News
UNU Macau Opens Three Positions
UNU Macau seeks two consultants for Human-AI Interaction and AI in Education research and one intern for AI in Higher Education.
Person
Article
Five Reasons Climate And Clean Air Action Is An Investment, Not A Burden
The Economic, Health, and Development Case for Climate and Clean Air Action
Event
Science Slam SCIENCE4PEACE
Researchers sharing their work beyond academia through engaging talks, snappy facts, and ideas that deserve a wider audience.
Article
AI Makes It Hard to Hide and Harder to Stay Safe
The paradox of the AI age is more visibility, but with potentially less accountability.
News
Event Showcases Biodiversity and Resilience of Noto Peninsula
Featuring popular science communicators, the event explored the impact of natural disasters on the ecosystems of the Noto Peninsula in Japan.
Research Fellow
Shelton João
Shelton Joao is a Mozambican PhD Fellow at UNU-MERIT / Maastricht University. His research focuses on how digital connectivity and innovation capabilities shape structural transformation and economic upgrading in developing economies.
Event
Fourth International Young Scientist Forum on Climate Change
The Fourth International Young Scientist Forum (IYSF) on Climate Change, will be convened under the theme “AI-Empowered Forest-Based Solutions.”
News
Electrical Grids Planned on Outdated Climate Data Face Physical and Fiscal Risk: UN University Scientists Propose Domain-Informed AI as the Fix
While AI can improve grid resilience, it requires strict guardrails to limit energy use, ensure transparency, and prevent training bias
Media Coverage
UNU-EHS Expert Featured in Media Coverage on Nepal Flood
UNU-EHS expert Dr. Dipesh Chapagain talks about Nepal’s devastating glacier flood and the growing climate risks facing mountain communities.