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).
News
42nd UNU Global Seminar Explores Social and Environmental Resilience
The certified course engaged students, researchers and local communities in dialogue on sustainable post-disaster recovery and long-term resilience.
Advisory Board Member
Prof. Caroline Li
Prof. Caroline Li is a member of the UNU Macau Advisory Board. She is Professor in Biomedical Engineering and Data Analytics at City St George’s, University of London; Chair of the IEEE UK & Ireland Computer Chapter; Co‑Ordinator of the IEEE Computer Society in Region 8 (Area 2); and Chair of the IEEE Computer Society in Region 8 (Area 2) Committee, covering the UK, France, Germany, Switzerland, Portugal, Denmark, Spain, Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg.
Advisory Board Member
Prof. Yonghua Song
Prof. Yonghua Song is a member of the UNU Macau Advisory Board. He is the Rector of the University of Macau.
Advisory Board Member
Prof. Fernando Buarque
Prof. Fernando Buarque is a member of the UNU Macau Advisory Board. He is Senior Associate Professor of Computing (AI) at the School of Engineering, University of Pernambuco in Brazil; Honorary Professor within the College of Engineering, Mathematics and Physical Sciences at the University of Exeter in England; and Visiting International Professor at School of Business and Economics-European Research Center for IS-University of Münster in Germany.
Advisory Board Member
Prof. Philippe De Wilde
Prof. Philippe De Wilde is the Chair of the UNU Macau Advisory Board. He is Professor of Artificial Intelligence at the University of Kent.
News
New Students Welcomed at 2026 Opening Ceremony
Eleven students from five different countries start their postgraduate learning journey at UNU-IAS.
Feature
Rethinking Multilateralism Through Multi-Stakeholder Governance
Paul Twomey on multilateralism, implementation and stakeholder participation.