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
UNU Council Member
Prof. Brenda Yeoh
Professor Brenda S.A. Yeoh is a Singaporean scholar and expert in the fields of migration, social geography, and the politics of space in colonial and post-colonial cities.
Expert
Bavo Stevens
Bavo Stevens was a Junior Research Fellow at the UNU Institute on Globalization, Culture and Mobility (UNU-GCM).
Commentary
Between El Niño and Overshoot: How is Climate Featuring on the Global Agenda?
This year's progress on climate action is moving into its busiest months. Here is what lies ahead.
Person
Blog Post
Field Visit to the UNU-INRA RE Gari Processing Centre
INFoCAT Ghana Team visits its sponsored Renewable energy powered centre, housing clean agritech innovations.
News
Meat the Light
Sofía Castaño is advancing optical methodologies to assess meat for traceability, paving the way to other non-destructive tisular probes
Degree Defense
Blog Post
Mapping, Governing, Connecting: Highlights from the 2026 UNU Migration Network Research Symposium
Border governance, data measurement, digital technologies, and labour migration were the key themes at the UNU Migration Network Symposium on 17 Sept.
News
UNU Macau AI Conference 2026 Registration Now Open
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