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
News
Understanding Cancer, One Cell at a Time
Dr. Ricardo Chinchilla coordinated the course on Single Cell transcriptomic analysis at the University of Costa Rica
Person
Thomas Hale
Thomas Hale is a political geologist examining how subsurface natural forces shape and challenge geopolitical interests at the surface, with a particular focus on Greenland and the broader Arctic.
Expert
Prof. Mark Maslin
Prof. Mark Maslin is a globally-recognized scientist focused on understanding the Anthropocene and the major challenges facing humanity in the 21st century.
Series
BIOLAC's training courses
UNU-BIOLAC courses are intended to transfer the latests techniques to Latin American and Caribbean laboratories and scientists
Research Fellow
Sofia Dominguez
Sofia Dominguez is an Associate Economic Affairs Officer in the Division on International Trade and Commodities at UN Trade and Development and a dual-career PhD fellow at UNU-MERIT and Maastricht University.
BIG IDEAS Series
Reimagining Gender and Climate Justice in Higher Education
ONLINE: On 9 September 2025, UNU will host a BIG IDEAS Dialogue with Giselle Miole, Postdoctoral Research Fellow at UNU-IAS.
BIG IDEAS Series
Social Media for Social Good: Promoting Well-being in the Digital Age
ONLINE: On 5 September 2025, UNU will host a BIG IDEAS Dialogue with Meg Hoffmann Nakagawa, founder of Blossom the Project.
Multimedia
Episode 3: Running out of time? Accelerating implementation of the SDGs
Multilateralism Unpacked
Expert
Luying Wang
Ms. Luying Wang’s expertise encompasses environmental policy, economic appraisal and valuation, communication, knowledge management, and data-driven policy support.
News
Maricary Sifontes is Constructing Efficient Delivery Systems for Gene Therapy
Designed In-silico, the new peptides traveled from Cuba to Brazil for testing