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
UNU Council Member
Prof. Brenda Yeoh
Professor Brenda S.A. Yeoh is a Singaporean scholar and expert in the fields of migration, social geography, and the politics of space in colonial and post-colonial cities.
Expert
Bavo Stevens
Bavo Stevens was a Junior Research Fellow at the UNU Institute on Globalization, Culture and Mobility (UNU-GCM).
News
UNU-IAS Students Graduate from Class of 2026
An event in Tokyo celebrated the graduation of our master’s and PhD students.
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Yuxi Shi
Yuxi Shi is a Research Fellow at the United Nations University Institute in Macau. She has gained an MA in International Policy and Development at Middlebury Institute of International Studies and is currently a Master’s candidate in International Organizations and Exchange at Zhejiang University.
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Event
Science Talk: Integrated Modeling for Water-Food-Energy Risks under Climate Change
Linking Climate, Water, and Human Systems for a Resilient Future
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