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
Expert
Marco Catussi
Marco has been an Adjunct Assistant Professor at UNU-EGOV since 2024 and an Assistant Professor at the University of Minho.
Expert
João Silva
João Marco Silva is an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the United Nations University (UNU-EGOV) and an Assistant Professor at the University of Minho's Department of Informatics. He is also a Senior Researcher at INESC TEC’s High Assurance Software Laboratory (HASLab), specializing in information security, network security, and energy-aware networking.
News
Policy Brief on Digital Government in Small Island States Now Available
UNU-EGOV Policy Brief on digital government in Small Island States offers strategies and recommendations for effective digital transformation.
News
UNU-MERIT’s CDO Programmes Contribute to SBE’s Financial Times Executive Education Ranking
A successful collaboration between UNU-MERIT and the Maastricht University School of Business and Economics (SBE).
News
UNU-IIGH presents new work on Power and Accountability with webinar and working paper series
The work package is one of four introduced in UNU-IIGH's 2024-2028 strategic plan, Addressing Inequalities in Global Health.
Announcement
Next Course: “Microbial Genomics for One Health”, September 2024.
Apply for a scholarship to participate in the course coordinated by Dr. Marisa Farber at IABIMO, (INTA-CONICET) in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Event
Webinar: Origins and implications of the current wave of automation technologies
The UNU-MERIT's UNESCO Chair is glad to announce the second edition of its webinar series on ''Science, Technology and Innovation Policies for Sustainable Development in Latin America'' (STI-LAC Webinars).
Media Coverage
Agreement between UNU-IAS and AEON Environmental Foundation Featured in Japanese Media
The new agreement will strengthen collaboration for sustainability through joint research and capacity development.
Event
UNU Generative AI Series | Generative AI and Diplomacy: What’s Beyond?
This webinar explores how the rapid advancement of GenAI is transforming diplomatic processes and what this means for the future of global diplomacy.
Blog Post
AI as a Catalyst for Sustainable Progress: Ensuring Information Integrity
This blog examines how information integrity impacts SDGs with data-driven analysis and policy recommendations for global development and cooperation.