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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Blog Post
Why Agentic AI Needs Boundaries Before Freedom
As AI agents evolve from chat tools to actionable systems, the core challenge is how they can be contained, governed and aligned with human judgment.
Policy Research Translated to Action
AI for Policy
An introductory guide to simulating complex economic and social systems.
Project
The South Goes Global: Latin American & Caribbean Quests for a Multipolar International Order
A joint UNU-CRIS/Ghent University PhD project.
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Consolata Makandi Kithinji
Consolata Makandi Kithinji
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Alejandro Iturrizaga
Alejandro Iturrizaga currently serves as Knowledge Management & Communications Manager at UNU-IIGH.