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
Expert
Dr. Ferdinand Tornyie
Dr. Ferdinand Tornyie is a Research Fellow in UNU-INRA.
Project
Greenhouse gas emissions and mitigation options under climate and land use change in West Africa
A concerted regional modeling and observation assessment (CONCERT).
Workshop
Innovations and Demographic Change
MAASTRICHT & ONLINE: On 4 December 2024, UNU-MERIT will host a full-day workshop on 'Innovations and demographic change', offering the research communities at UNU-MERIT, Maastricht University and the Global Labor Organization a platform to connect.
Seminar
Search Strategies and Attention in the Evolution of Novel Inventions
MAASTRICHT & ONLINE: Our UNU-MERIT Seminar Series team is pleased to announce our upcoming research seminar featuring Nicolò Barbieri (University of Ferrara, Italy).
News
Landscape Approaches for Biodiversity and Peace in Colombia
A side event of the 2024 UN Biodiversity Conference showcased landscape management initiatives for biodiversity conservation and conflict reduction.
News
Elevating Youth Voices for Global Biodiversity Action
A COP16 side event discussed ways to boost meaningful youth participation in the implementation of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework.
News
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Side Event
Advancing Gender Responsive Health — Lessons from Practice
Join us as we explore key advancements in gender equality in health across the Asia-Pacific region.
News
Building Bridges for Science: Reflections from UNU-MERIT's Reach & Turn Workshop
Our Partnerships Specialist Dr. Diego Salama shares key takeaways from the science communication workshop that he co-led in Panama on 21 October 2024.
News
UNU-MERIT's Recent Activities as an ITU Academy Training Centre
UNU-MERIT's Dr Mindel van de Laar reflects on recent ITU events that we have participated in, and shares an overview of our upcoming ITU courses.