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
Has the World Become Smaller for Migrants? The Border and Distance Puzzles in Migration
This open-access paper investigates whether the well-documented border and distance puzzles in trade also apply to international migration.
Blog Post
Inner Peace, Global Harmony: Stillness as a Foundation for Responsible AI Development
Bridging inner awareness and technological innovation: Why the consciousness of creators is essential to human-centric AI governance.
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Estephanie Chiang, Founder at Empower Tech Asia, Member of UNU Global AI Network Chiang
Estephanie Chiang, Founder at Empower Tech Asia, Member of UNU Global AI Network
Workshop
African Technical Workshop on the Global Goal on Adaptation(GGA) Indicators
This GGA workshop is a collaboration between UNU-INRA,UNU Global health,African Group of Negotiators and UNFCCC( Focus on Disaster Risk and Health).
News
Scientific Triumph, Equity Failure: Faster, Fairer COVID-19 Vaccine Roll-Out Could Have Saved Millions of Lives, UN University Publication Reveals
Researchers call for an equity-focused global mechanism to improve vaccine financing, production and delivery before the next pandemic.
Article
Water Bankruptcy Is A Justice Challenge—Here Are 8 Reasons Why
Architect of water bankruptcy examines eight interconnected justice challenges and explains why justice plays a central part.
Seminar
Mangrove Ecosystems as Nature-Based Protection against the Early-Life Mortality Effects of Floods
Our UNU-MERIT Seminar Series is pleased to promote an upcoming research seminar featuring Enrico Nichelatti, Postdoctoral researcher at the Institute of Socio-Economic Inequality at the University of Luxembourg, LUX.
Event
Study Public Policy and Human Development | Online Master's Week 2026
Join our online session to learn about the MSc in Public Policy and Human Development and hear from the programme coordinator and a student ambassador.
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News
Shared Aquifers, Border Hotspots: Cooperation Should Follow Where Groundwater Is Pumped, UN Scientists Say
Groundwater depletion clusters near borders in shared aquifers, yet just 11% of countries sharing them formally cooperate and under 5% have a treaty.