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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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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Fabian Rackelmann
Fabian is a research associate with the Ecosystem Vulnerability and Ecosystem Services division. He is particularly interested in the resilient transformation of socio-ecological systems and nature-based solutions for climate change adaptation, disaster risk reduction and the achievement of land degradation neutrality.
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Lisa Hartmann
Lisa is a Geographer, who is enthusiastic about what we are able to achieve when working with nature and preserving its values. She is a research associate at UNU-EHS and currently works on green development strategies for coastal regions.
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Douwe Van Schie
Douwe is a Senior Research Assistant at the EMIC Division at UNU-EHS and a PhD Candidate in Loss and Damage at the University of Bonn. He works on topics as Non-Economic Loss and Damage, Social Inequality, Social and Climate Justice, Capabilities and Intersectionality, predominantly focusing on Bangladesh and Suriname.
Person
Kariuki Weru
Kariũki is a researcher interested in diverse topics such as Relational Wellbeing, Inter-generational Equity, and Human Mobility.
Non-degree
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