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
Staff
Ikuyo Kaseda
Ikuyo Kaseda is a Programme Assistant for the Biodiversity and Society Programme.
News
Seminar Shares Insights on Integrating Landscape Approaches into National Biodiversity Strategies
The event featured expert presentations on applying landscape approaches for biodiversity conservation, sustainable use of resources, and equity.
News
How Macro-Finance Could Help Mitigate Climate Change in Latin America and the Caribbean
A guest post by Rodrigo Valdés, Director of the Western Hemisphere Department of the International Monetary Fund.
Series
Understanding Humanity’s Role in Biodiversity Loss: 5 Elements of Accelerating Species Extinctions
How do human activities accelerate biodiversity loss? And what risks does this pose for species, ecosystems and ourselves?
News
United Nations University Announces New Interim Director for UNU-MERIT
UNU-MERIT announces Prof. Dr. Clemens Kool as interim director, succeeding Prof. Dr. Bartel Van de Walle.
Event
SCIENCE TALKS: Connecting Extreme Weather Events and Sexual Health
Case studies from Kenya and Uganda
News
“10 Years of EGOV: 2014-2024” with Choir Concert at Paço dos Duques
Join UNU-EGOV's 10th-anniversary choir concert, "Primavera En’Coro," on May 18, 2024, at Paço dos Duques in Guimarães.
Expert
Unni Krishnan Karunakara
Dr. Unni Krishnan Karunakara is the newly appointed Interim Director of the United Nations University Institute for Global Health (UNU-IIGH).
Media Coverage
Symposium on Noto Peninsula Recovery Featured in Japanese Newspapers
Local newspapers published articles on a UNU-IAS event discussing sustainable and resilient recovery from the 2024 Noto Earthquake.
UNU Council Member
Dr. Mónica Serrano
Dr. Mónica Serrano is Professor of International Relations at El Colegio de México.