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
Affiliate
Dr. Soazic Elise Wang Sonne
Elise is a PhD research fellow at UNU-MERIT.
Research Fellow
Fernando Vargas
Fernando Vargas is a PhD fellow in Economics and Governance, with a specialisation in the economics and policy studies of technical change.
Research Fellow
Dr. Raquel Tebaldi
Raquel Tebaldi is a PhD fellow at UNU-MERIT.
Research Fellow
Jennifer Taborda Martinez
Jennifer is a PhD student at UNU-MERIT working under the supervision of Prof. Bart Verspagen.
Research Fellow
Corrina Schaffer
Corrina Schaffer is a PhD fellow at UNU-MERIT and the BMW Group. She holds a master's degree in International Economics & Governance and a bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of Bayreuth.
Research Fellow
Ulker Sattarova
Ulker Sattarova is a PhD fellow at UNU-MERIT.
Research Fellow
Amir Mohammad Rahmani
Amir Mohammad Rahmani is a Ph.D. Candidate in Economic Development at Maastricht University, focusing on risk factors associated with online higher education.
Research Fellow
Diane-Estelle Ngatchou-Djomo
Diane-Estelle Ngatchou-Djomo is a PhD fellow at UNU-MERIT
Research Fellow
Andrea Medina Ojeda
Andrea is a Ph.D. Fellow in Economics and Policy Studies of Technical Change.
Research Fellow
Gintare Mazeikaite
Gintare is a PhD researcher at UNU-MERIT and the Luxembourg Institute of Socio-Economic Research - LISER (former CEPS/INSTEAD).