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
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Nathan Fridtjof Schultze-Florey
Nathan Fridtjof Schultze-Florey
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Lionel Muñoz Rosas
Lionel Muñoz Rosas is a Research Associate at the Urban Futures and Sustainability Transformation (FAST) programme. He holds an MSc in Economics and works primarily on Data Analysis, Statistics and the implementation of Machine Learning methods on survey data from the Transformative Urban Coalitions (TUC) project, among others.
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Jaffar Abbas
Jaffar Abbas is a researcher on urban climate justice and non-economic loss and damage. With a background in human geography, environmental engineering and climate communication, he's passionate about finding innovative solutions to combat climate change through environmental justice approaches, community engagement and interdisciplinary research.
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Kim Pham
After 5 years working with the World Food Programme (both HQ and field locations) as a programme officer, Kim joined the UNU-EHS in 2023 to conduct applied research on Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR). Within the DRR continuum, Kim specialize in anticipatory action for climate shocks.
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Miriam Recchi
Miriam Recchi
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Yen-Minh Ho Huu
Yen-Minh Ho Huu
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Katyayini Sood
Katyayini is a young climate enthusiast willing to contribute in the fields of climate change and disaster risk reduction.
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Josepha Nestele
Josepha Nestele joined the Environmental Vulnerability & Ecosystem Services division (EVES) at EHS in 2023. With her background in Sociology and Natural Resources Management, she is passionate about finding innovative solutions to combat climate change through interdisciplinary research with a strong interest in Disaster Risk Management.
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Jonas Hansohm
Jonas Hansohm
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Elizabeth Walinder
Elizabeth Walinder