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. Tommaso Ciarli
Tommaso Ciarli is a Researcher at UNU-MERIT.
Staff
Herman Pijpers
Herman Pijpers joined Maastricht University in 2001 and prior to that, he worked as a webmaster at the European Journalism Centre in Maastricht.
Series
From Peaks to Plains: Recognition of Mountains in Climate Talks is Long Overdue
COP 28 addressed mountain regions' importance, leading to an expert dialogue at the Bonn Climate Talks on climate impacts and resilience solutions.
Expert
Dr. Sanae Okamoto
Dr. Sanae Okamoto is a psychologist and behavioural scientist with background in Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience, and Behavioural Economics. She has an expertise in both industry and academia by applying psychology and behavioural science insights towards diverse objectives such as Circular Economy, Climate Resilience, Mental Health and Well-being from multiple angles such as Gender, Youth, Water, Disasters, Plastics, Digitalisation, AI, and Business. She also provides workshops and seminars for practitioners in public and private sectors. She is co-lead of the triinstitutional initiative of UNU-Climate Reslience Initiative.
Expert
Prof. Dr. Melissa Siegel
Melissa Siegel is a Professor of Migration Studies at UNU-MERIT and Maastricht University and Head of Migration Studies at UNU-MERIT.
Staff
Hlabiroa Chuene
Hlabiroa is a Travel and Administrative Assistant at the United Nations University (UNU), managing complex international travel and providing high-level administrative support. With a strong background in coordinating administrative support and liaising with interdepartmental communications, he is dedicated to fostering organizational efficiency. Hlabiroa plays a key role in streamlining processes and supporting UNU’s mission-driven initiatives.
Expert
Laura Guayacan Ardila
Laura Guayacan Ardila
Event
Economic Fitness and Complexity Summer School
A five-day Economic Fitness and Complexity Summer School, jointly organised by UNU-MERIT, UNU-CRIS and the Enrico Fermi Research Centre.
Event
ITU and UNU-MERIT Summer School on Catalyzing the Digital Future: Digital Transformation for Sustainability
The summer school is a university-level course of one week, which takes place in the Netherlands, between 1-5 July 2024.
BIG IDEAS Series
Multilateral Governance for the Digital Economy and Artificial Intelligence
TOKYO & ONLINE: On 10 July, UNU will host a BIG IDEAS Dialogue with Shiro Armstrong, Professor of Economics at The Australian National University.