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
Giovanna Mazzeo Ortolani
Giovanna Mazzeo Ortolani is a PhD fellow on the GPAC2 Dual Career Training Program at UNU-MERIT. Her research interest is focused on the intersection of social protection, labour markets, and gender. More recently she has started to unfold her interest for food security.
Research Fellow
Rodrigo Lopez Barreda
Rodrigo Lopez Barreda is a physician and who completed a training in anesthesiology, working mainly in cardiovascular anesthesia.
Research Fellow
Abdelraham Hussein
Abdelrahman Nagy is the Director of Learning and Strategy at Sawiris Foundation for Social Development.
Research Fellow
Hannah Gerits
Hannah Gerits is currently working as a Data Scientist for the UN Food and Agriculture Organization.
Research Fellow
Daisy Demirag
Daisy Demirag is a GPAC2 PhD Fellow at UNU-MERIT / Maastricht University.
Research Fellow
Elena Camilletti
Elena Camilletti is a part-time (GPAC2) PhD Fellow at UNU-MERIT and Maastricht University.
Research Fellow
José Gilberto Boari
José Gilberto is a GPAC Fellow at UNU-MERIT (2020 Chohort), and has a Master Degree in Public Policy and Human Development from the same University.
Research Fellow
Mohamed Ag Alhousseini
Mohamed Ag Alhousseini is a GPAC2 PhD Fellow at UNU-MERIT / Maastricht University - Maastricht Graduate School of Governance (MGSoG).
Research Fellow
Adam Adou
Adam Adou is a PhD fellow of the GPAC2 Dual Career Training Program at UNU-MERIT. His research focus on the importance of environmental performance for African traders in their export decision.
Expert
Soha Youssef
Soha Youssef is the Learning and Development Coordinator at United Nations University MERIT, where she coordinates the Dual Career Ph.D. programme and manages various events.