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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Prof. Jay R. Lund
Professor Jay Lund enjoys teaching, researching, and engaging in many aspects of theory and practice for water management and policy, usually trying to integrate economics and operations research with traditional engineering.
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Summer Institute in Computational Social Science 2024: Exploring AI and Social Sciences
The summer school came at a critical time when rapid advances in AI are revolutionising social science research.
Media Coverage
Op-ed Highlights Health & Well-being Impacts of Climate Change
An op-ed on Japan Today calls for placing health and well-being at the centre of the climate conversation.
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Integrating Futures and Foresight to UNU-IIGH's Work: Our Journey So Far
In this retrospective, we share some lessons and promising practices from our deep dive into futures thinking and strategic foresight for health.
Series
5 Tools for Nature-Based Solutions in Disaster and Climate Risk Management
Five tools from the Nature-Based Solutions Toolkit that are crucial for building resilient and sustainable communities
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Mieke Drossaert
Mieke Drossaert is Student Affairs Officer at UNU-MERIT.
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ICT and Supporting Staff at UNU-MERIT
Learn more about our ICT and Supporting Staff
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Addison Shelton
Addison Shelton is Student Assistant in Programme & Partnerships
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Renée Speijcken
Renée currently works as a researcher and project manager in the area of governance and accountability at UNU-MERIT and its School of Governance of Maastricht University.
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Dr. Raf Sluismans
Raf joined MERIT as a research fellow in February of 2000.