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
Research Fellow
Yagmur Yıldız
Yağmur is a PhD fellow at UNU-MERIT, Maastricht University since 2020.
Research Fellow
María de las Mercedes Menéndez
María de las Mercedes Menéndez is a PhD Fellow at UNU-MERIT.
Research Fellow
Dr. Lalaine Siruno
Lalaine Siruno is a Researcher at Maastricht University and UNU-MERIT.
Research Fellow
Teresa Janz
Teresa Janz is a PhD Fellow with dual affiliations at UNU-MERIT and Maastricht University.
Expert
Cristina Mancigotti
Cristina Mancigotti is a Capacity Development Coordinator at UNU-MERIT and Maastricht University.
Expert
Dr. Fabiana Visentin
Fabiana Visentin is an Assistant Professor at UNU-MERIT and Maastricht University, School of Business and Economics
Research Fellow
Maria Tomai
Maria Tomai is a PhD Fellow at UNU-MERIT.
Expert
Dr. Diego Salama
Dr Diego Salama is Head of Communications & Partnerships at UNU-MERIT
Staff
Ingeborg Eijssen-de Beer
Ingeborg Eijssen-de Beer is Receptionist & Management/Office-Assistant at UNU-MERIT
Expert
Dr. Ortrun Merkle
Dr. Ortrun Merkle is a researcher at UNU-Merit and Maastricht University. Her research focuses on the nexus of corruption and gender and corruption and migration.