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
Trang Thi Pham
Trang Thi Pham is a PhD fellow in innovation and development economics with dual affiliations at UNU-MERIT and Maastricht University, the Netherlands.
Research Fellow
Rodrigo Ito
Rodrigo Ito is a Doctoral Fellow with three affiliations at UNU-MERIT, Maastricht University and University of Campinas.
Research Fellow
Paloma de Melo Assuncao
Paloma Assuncao is a PhD Fellow with dual affiliations at UNU-MERIT and Maastricht University.
Expert
Alex Hunns
Alex Hunns is a researcher in the social protection unit, focusing on humanitarian social protection.
Expert
Dr. Talitha Dubow
Talitha Dubow is a migration researcher at UNU-MERIT and Maastricht University.
Expert
Dr. Michal Natorski
Dr. Michal Natorski is a Assistant Professor at the Maastricht University and UNU-MERIT.
Expert
Dr. Bruno Martorano
Bruno Martorano is an Associate Professor at UNU-MERIT (Maastricht University).
Expert
Dr. Katrin Marchand
Katrin Marchand is a researcher at UNU-MERIT and Maastricht University.
Expert
Dr. Rasmus Lema
Rasmus Lema is Associate Professor with dual affiliations at UNU-MERIT and Maastricht University. He also holds an affiliation as Visiting Professor (Global Excellence and Stature) at the University of Johannesburg.
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Dr. Stephan Dietrich
Stephan Dietrich is an assistant professor at UNU-MERIT.