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
Announcement
Applications Open for the 2023 UNU-IAS Master’s and Doctoral Programmes
The deadline for applications is 17 February 2023.
Staff
Ms. Joan Sawe
Ms. Joan Sawe is the Director of Administration (D2) at the United Nations University.
Press Release
Trapped Sediment Robbing World’s Large Dams of Vital Water Storage Capacity
The global loss from original dam capacity roughly equals the annual water use of India, China, Indonesia, France and Canada combined.
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Dr. David Malone
Dr. David M. Malone is Rector of the United Nations University and Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations.
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Dr. Sabine Becker-Thierry
Sabine is the Executive Officer (D1) of UNU. She works directly with the Rector in the day-to-day management of the University and in the implementation of key institutional priorities.
Expert
Anju Malhotra
Dr Anju Malhotra is Principal Visiting Fellow at UNU-IIGH and brings over twenty years of experience in advancing gender equality and reproductive health and rights for women and girls.
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Dr. Azin Zarei
Azin Zarei is a Research Associate at UNU-FLORES.
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Arthit Suriyawongkul
Arthit Suriyawongkul is a Visiting Research Fellow at the United Nations University Institute in Macau.
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Claudia Fry
Claudia Fry is currently a Research Associate in the EU HORIZON 2020 RethinkAction project and the EU HORIZON 2020 LOCOMOTION project at the EMIC section.
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Charles Hunt
Professor Charles T. Hunt is a Senior Fellow (Non-Resident) at United Nations University Centre for Policy Research.