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).
Journal Article
Person
Press Release
Prof. Daniel Karthe Assumes Role as Director of UNU Resource Nexus
Environmental scientist and former Deputy Director takes the helm of UNU Resource Nexus, succeeding Prof. Edeltraud Guenther.
Journal Article
Institutional readiness for payments for ecosystem services: Stakeholder perspectives from Sri Lanka
This publication was released as part of the UNU Resource Nexus Focus Area Resilient Food, Forest and Ecosystems.
Person
Article
The Rise of Performance Intelligence
An organization's quality of people-machine integration will increasingly be a competitive advantage.
Seminar
Migration Seminar Series: Migration, Remittances and Capabilities in the Global South: Exploring the India-Nepal Corridor through Aspiration and Capability Perspectives
Dr. Mandeep Grewal on migration, remittances, and livelihood opportunities along the India-Nepal migration corridor.