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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Werner Dubbeling
Werner Dubbeling is the Chief, Administrative and Programme Services at the UNU-MERIT
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Dr. Mindel van de Laar
Dr. Mindel van de Laar is director of the capacity development office at UNU-MERIT and Maastricht University. She manages the offering of executive certificate programmes and tailor made projects that aim to train working professionals in the field of public policy and development.
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Maria Nathalia Ramirez
María Nathalia is PhD Fellow at UNU-MERIT.
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Salpy Ohanis
Salpy Ohanis is the Programme Coordinator for the Capacity Development Office (CDO) at United Nations University-MERIT and Maastricht University.
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Karthika Baby Sujatha
Karthika Baby Sujatha is a PhD Candidate at UNU-Merit.
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Dr. Emanuele Pugliese
Emmanuele Pugliese is Researcher at UNU-MERIT.
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Manisha Mukherjee
Manisha Mukherjee is a PhD Fellow at UNU-MERIT.
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Drs. Cleo Heyen
Cleo Heyen is Education Coordinator of the Master in Public Policy and Human Development at United Nations University/Maastricht University and started in September 2022.
Research Fellow
Job Zomerplaag
Job Zomerplaag is a Ph.D. researcher affiliated with both UNU-MERIT and Maastricht University. In addition to his academic work, Job actively connects science, policy, and society through storytelling, community organizing, and facilitating public events.
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Dr. Bernardo Caldarola
Bernardo Caldarola is a Researcher at UNU MERIT and at the School of Business and Economics at Maastricht University, and an Associate Fellow at the Enrico Fermi Research Center in Rome.