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).
Advisory Board Member
Prof. Caroline Ling Li
Professor in Biomedical Engineering and Data Analytics, City St George’s, University of London
Advisory Board Member
Prof. Yonghua Song
Rector, University of Macau
Advisory Board Member
Prof. Fernando Buarque
Senior Associate Professor of Computing(AI), School of Engineering, University of Pernambuco, Brazil
Advisory Board Member
Prof. Philippe De Wilde
Professor of Artificial Intelligence, University of Kent
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