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
Report
Education
AI-enabled approaches supporting equitable and inclusive education.
Blog Post
AI medical diagnostics and treatment
AI enhances medical diagnostics and treatment by enabling earlier detection and improving access to care.
Journal Article
The Central American Northern Triangle States' (NTS) Relationship with Israel and Palestine: Understanding Small States' Foreign Policy Decision-Making
UNU-CRIS experts publish article on Northern Triangle States' changing relations with Israel and Palestine.
News
Sinking Earth, Vanishing Water: New Global Analysis Reveals Extensive Land Subsidence Threatening 19% of World Population
Satellite analysis warns that widespread land subsidence threatens 1.6 billion people by 2040, with 86% of the at-risk population concentrated in Asia
Media Coverage
Simone Sandholz featured in El País on why 2026 could redefine climate action in Latin America and the Caribbean
UNU-EHS expert Simone Sandholz wrote an op-ed for El País to highlight why 2026 could redefine climate action in Latin America and the Caribbean.
News
Students Share COP30 Experiences and Climate Ambitions
A debrief session featured youth insights after attending the 2025 UN Climate Change Conference.
Event
Launch of Global Water Bankruptcy Report at the Press Briefing of the Office of the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General in New York
The report declares the dawn of an era of global water bankruptcy, inviting world leaders to facilitate “honest, science-based adaptation to a new reality.”
Event
Global Water Bankruptcy in Focus: High-Level Report Launch and Policy Roundtable at UN HQ
This roundtable co-hosted by UNU-INWEH and the Permanent Missions of Canada to the UN will discuss emerging opportunities in global water policy
Person
Prof. Dr. Fiona Tregenna
Professor Fiona Tregenna is Director (D1) of The United Nations University – Maastricht Economic and Social Research Institute on Innovation and Technology (UNU-MERIT)
Expert
Dr. Yulia Kuznetsova
Dr. Yulia Kuznetsova is an Associate Expert at UNU-FLORES.