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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Prof. Kaveh Madani
Prof. Kaveh Madani is the Director of the United Nations University Institute for Water, Environment and Health (UNU-INWEH).
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Dr. Lisa Thalheimer-Prezyna
Lisa Thalheimer-Prezyna is a climate scientist focusing on the impacts of climate change and resulting human responses, such as migration, health, and conflict.
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Luisa Ferolla Prates
Luisa is a Doctoral Researcher in the Joint PhD Programme in Integrated Management of Water, Soil, and Waste between Technische Universität Dresden and UNU Resource Nexus.
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Dr. Lulu Zhang
Dr. Zhang is an Adjunct Researcher at UNU Resource Nexus.
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Lwin Thuzar Nyein
Lwin Thuzar Nyein is a Doctoral Researcher in the Joint PhD Programme in Integrated Management of Water, Soil, and Waste between Technische Universität Dresden and UNU Resource Nexus.
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Mark Cheong
Dr Mark Cheong a Visiting Fellow at UNU-IIGH and a Lecturer at the School of Pharmacy, Monash University Malaysia.
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Report Explores Digital Access as a Human Right
UNU-EGOV and the Digital Future Society present their latest joint report examining how universal digital access is a means of achieving SDG 11.
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Prof. Patricia Justino
Professor Patricia Justino is the Director of UNU-WIDER.
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Mei Maruyama
Mei Maruyama is a Programme Coordinator for the Global Environment Outreach Center (GEOC) project.
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Dr. Michael Hagenlocher
Dr. Michael Hagenlocher's main interest lies in better understanding the complex, systemic nature of risks and identifying pathways towards more resilient futures.