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).
Feature
Strengthening Climate Accountability Through National Councils
Åsa Persson explains how national climate councils are helping governments deliver more accountable, science-based climate policy.
Announcement
Renewed MoU deepens ties for sustainable environmental and human development in the Hindu Kush Himalayan Region
The MoU strengthens cooperation for research in mountain socioecological systems.
News
In Conversation with Dr. Himanshu Shekhar about How Participation in Cities Can Turn Climate Awareness into Action
From lived climate impacts to shared decision-making: What one coastal Indian city can teach us about participation, digitalization and resilience.
Event
Building Government AI Capacity: Insights from the City, National and Regional Perspectives
This is a Side Event during the 11th Multi-Stakeholder Forum on Science, Technology and Innovation for the SDG taking place in New York on 5 May 2026.
News
The Biggest Data
Genomics for One Health integrates state-of-the-art Omics and the One Health approach capabilities to resolve the greatest questions in sustainability
Person
Attiya Waris
Attiya Waris is a Senior Fellow (Non-Resident) with UNU-CPR’s Equitable Development Pillar.
Article
5 Ways We Can Think – and Act – More Globally
What does it mean to reconsider responsibility? Five ways to act on global challenges in an increasingly interconnected world.