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).
Project
Responsible Electronics in the Climate Change Era (REC2)
The project is led by TU Dresden in close collaboration with national and international partners, including UNU Resource Nexus, and brings together a strong interdisciplinary network of principal investigators and cooperation partners.
Project
CARE - Climate-Neutral and Resource-Efficient Construction
The project runs as a Cluster of Excellence led by Technische Universität Dresden and RWTH Aachen University, with participation from international partners including UNU Resource Nexus.
Project
Raising awareness of Carbon Concrete Composites through AI-assisted learning (CarbonConcrete-AI)
CarbonConcreteAI develops AI-supported learning to advance global knowledge on carbon concrete and circular construction.
News
New study finds land degradation is already reducing global food production
Every 10% increase in land degradation results in 2% increase in crop yield gaps, UNU scientist warns.
Non-degree
Project
Global Water and Climate Adaptation Centre Aachen – Bangkok – Chennai – Dresden (ABCD Centre) - Phase 2
In 2026, the ABCD-Centre enters the second phase as a strengthened consortium of five academic institutions in three countries on two continents.
Project
Advancing Global Research for Sustainable Buildings (AdvancRes4SusBuild)
Strengthening global research collaboration to advance sustainable, resilient, net-zero buildings.
Project
Advancing sustainable and circular electronics supply, value and waste chains: a Resource Nexus perspective (ASCENT Resource Nexus)
K-eco and UNU Resource Nexus continue their longstanding partnership with a new waste project, focusing on the electronics sector.