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
Article
Preventing War Requires Smarter Tools and Stronger Governance
War prevention is too crucial to rely on outdated methods and too vital to be handed over to algorithms uncritically.
Seminar
Exploration in Research Teams: Building on the Shoulders of PhD Students
MAASTRICHT & ONLINE: Our UNU-MERIT Seminar Series team is pleased to announce our upcoming research seminar featuring Professor Michele Pezzoni, Associate Professor at Université Côte d’Azur and linked to CNRS, GREDEG, and Observatoire des Sciences et Techniques, HCERES in France.
Edited Volume
Essays on Global Regionalism I
The Past, Present and Future of Regionalism Studies
Person
News
Youth Conference Explores Climate Justice
UNU-IAS Operating Unit in Kanazawa/Ishikawa hosted an event for high school students to discuss inclusive climate action.
Article
How adults can help children move from climate anxiety to resilience
Helping children stay hopeful and take action on climate change through support, learning, and everyday guidance.
Expert
Céline Cocq
Céline Cocq is a virtual visiting research fellow at UNU-CRIS.
Series
UNU-CRIS Policy Brief Series
Providing understanding and recommendations for better policy and governance.
News
UNU-INWEH Partners with UNOOSA, and CEOS to Train UN Practitioners on Earth Observation for Crisis Response and Resilience Planning
Five-day intensive training empowers UN practitioners with data-driven decision-making skills to address global crises more effectively.
News
UNU-IIGH Assumes Co-Chair Role of UN Food Systems Task Force
Advancing food systems transformation