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
Policy Brief
What "Nexus"? Towards Resource Nexus Standardization
UNU-CRIS Policy Brief
Person
Person
Person
Person
Workshop
The CliMent Training School 1: Methods in Climate-Mental Health Survey Design and Quantitative Data Analysis
UNU-CRIS and Ghent University are jointly hosting CliMent Training School 1 from 17–19 March 2026 in Bruges, Belgium.
Event
How to Implement the Community-of-Communities?
IWLA Webinar Series - Exploring the ‘Community-of-Communities’ Within and Beyond Transboundary Waters Through a Normative Lens
Event
The Community-of-Communities Across All Levels
IWLA Webinar Series - Exploring the ‘Community-of-Communities’ Within and Beyond Transboundary Waters Through a Normative Lens
News
Essays on Global Regionalism Available Now
Essays on Global Regionalism is an open-access, two-volume collection of ~100 essays exploring how regions shape world politics and governance.
Event
SWING – School on Internet Governance 2026
SWING – School on Internet Governance 2026 will take place in Bruges, Belgium, from 20 to 24 April 2026.