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
Research Fellow
Hannah Gerits
Hannah Gerits is currently working as a Data Scientist for the UN Food and Agriculture Organization.
Research Fellow
Daisy Demirag
Daisy Demirag is a GPAC2 PhD Fellow at UNU-MERIT / Maastricht University.
Research Fellow
Elena Camilletti
Elena Camilletti is a part-time (GPAC2) PhD Fellow at UNU-MERIT and Maastricht University.
Research Fellow
José Gilberto Boari
José Gilberto is a GPAC Fellow at UNU-MERIT (2020 Chohort), and has a Master Degree in Public Policy and Human Development from the same University.
Expert
Alejandro Alvarez-Vanegas
Alejandro Álvarez-Vanegas is a PhD fellow in the Governance and Policy Analysis Programme (GPAC2) at UNU-MERIT / Maastricht University.
Research Fellow
Mohamed Ag Alhousseini
Mohamed Ag Alhousseini is a GPAC2 PhD Fellow at UNU-MERIT / Maastricht University - Maastricht Graduate School of Governance (MGSoG).
Research Fellow
Adam Adou
Adam Adou is a PhD fellow of the GPAC2 Dual Career Training Program at UNU-MERIT. His research focus on the importance of environmental performance for African traders in their export decision.
Expert
Soha Youssef
Soha Youssef is the learning and development coordinator at United Nations University MERIT.
Expert
Julia Walczyk
Julia joined the PhD Office of UNU-MERIT in March 2022, where she took up a coordinating & supporting role in the management and integration of the PhD Programme.
Research Fellow
Tarek Jaber
Tarek Jaber is a PhD Fellow at UNU-MERIT.