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).
Article
The New Digital Geography of Risk: Sustainable AI, Resilient AI, and the Role of Digital Government
Nations need reliable, carbon-free baseload power to participate in the AI economy. It's now a requirement, not an advantage.
Book
Handbook of South American Regionalism
This handbook provides a comprehensive overview of the processes of regional integration and cooperation in South America.
Announcement
UNU Global Health and The Geneva Learning Foundation join forces to turn what health workers learn into better global health outcomes
A three-year agreement to work together on how what health workers learn in practice can improve health outcomes.
Blog Post
Critical Minerals: Models for Improving the De Facto Global Architecture
Critical minerals are reshaping global competition. Producer countries need a stronger say in how resources are developed and who benefits.
Article
Coolcations: tourism boom is taking a toll on chillier destinations
More travellers headed north in summer 2026, choosing northern European destinations to escape the heat.
Press Release
Call for Independent Scientific Review Board Members for World Food Academy 4 Sustainable Food Systems
UNU-INWEH invites leading experts to support independent scientific review of the World Food Academy’s educational content.
Announcement
Next Course: “Genomics Applied to One Health”, February 2027
Apply for a scholarship to participate in the course coordinated by Drs. Laura Kamenetzky and Eva Figuerola at Universidad de Buenos Aires, Argentina
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