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
Person
Maleeha Abrar
Maleeha Abrar is Global Governance Research Assistant (co-op) at the United Nations University Centre for Policy Research.
Announcement
UNU-EHS & UNU-VIE at GP2025
Check out UNU-EHS & UNU-VIE involvement at the UNDRR's Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction (GP2025).
Media Coverage
Adopt age–based approach to AI for equitable economic growth
In Diplomatic Courier, Drs. Nicole Goldin and Eleonore Fournier-Tombs propose aligning AI policies with national demographic trends to boost growth.
Expert
Prof. Reza Khanbilvardi
Professor Reza Khanbilvardi specializes in water resources and satellite-based remote sensing applications.
Expert
Prof. Nima Shokri
Professor Nima Shokri’s work bridges fundamental science and applied engineering to tackle soil health and degradation, water risks, and land-use sustainability at local and global scales.
Blog Post
Promoting innovation: an imperative to achieve the Mexico we want
To have the impact we need it to have, biotechnology must cross the bridge from knowledge to industry
Article
5 Steps to Rethink Waste from Trash into Treasure
Find out how we can shift toward a world without waste.
Report
News
UN-Portugal Fellowship | Digital Leaders from UN Member-States gather in Guimarães
Government officials and policymakers from across the globe are currently participating in the Fellowship.
Expert
Dr. Seung Keun Ko
Under the cooperation MOU of UNU-FLORES and K-eco, Seung Keun, Ko is a visiting researcher at UNU-FLORES.