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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Sophie Hoogenboom
Sophie Hoogenboom is a PhD Fellow at UNU-CRIS
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Simon Happersberger
Simon Happersberger is a PhD Fellow at UNU-CRIS
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Orsolya Gulyás
Orsolya Gulyás is a PhD Fellow at UNU-CRIS
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Kikè Yra Fonton
Kikè Yra Fonton is a PhD Fellow at UNU-CRIS
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Daniel Alejo
Daniel Alejo is a PhD Fellow at UNU-CRIS
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Dr. Afnan Agramont
Afnan Agramont is a Research Fellow at UNU-CRIS
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Dr. Miguel Moreno
Miguel Moreno is a Research Fellow at UNU-CRIS
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Dr. Nadia Tjahja
Nadia Tjahja is a Research Fellow at UNU-CRIS
Seminar
“Let’s bury the term ‘Rust Belt’ and call it the ‘Silicon Heartland’”: how innovation ‘others’ by (re)imagining presents, constructing futures, and disregarding pasts of postindustrial places
MAASTRICHT & ONLINE: Our UNU-MERIT Seminar Series team is pleased to announce our upcoming research seminar featuring Marlise Schneider, PhD Candidate at Technical University of Munich.
Conversation Series
Academic Freedom and International Collaboration in a Changing World
On 28 November 2025, UNU will host a conversation with Daniel Jutras, Rector of the Université de Montréal, Canada.