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
UNU Council Member
Prof. Brenda Yeoh
Professor Brenda S.A. Yeoh is a Singaporean scholar and expert in the fields of migration, social geography, and the politics of space in colonial and post-colonial cities.
Expert
Bavo Stevens
Bavo Stevens was a Junior Research Fellow at the UNU Institute on Globalization, Culture and Mobility (UNU-GCM).
Multimedia 29 Dec 2025
Video: UNU-INRA, WASCAL LANDSURF Dissemination Workshop.
An interview with INRA researcher, Barbara Baidoo during dissemination workshop.
Conversation Series -
Building Peace by Building Strong Institutions
On 27 October 2025, UNU will host a conversation with Elizabeth Spehar, UN Assistant Secretary-General for Peacebuilding Support.
Brief 22 Oct 2025
A Full-Spectrum Approach to Climate Finance
How climate finance can be reformed to deliver the Baku-Belém Roadmap’s US1ドル.3 trillion annual goal by 2035.
Announcement 22 Oct 2025
Course (and Network): "Conservation Genomics of Natural Products' Biosynthetic Genes in Latin America", August 2026
Apply for a scholarship to explore Latin America's microbial biodiversity through genomics, collaboration, and ethical bioprospecting.
Event -
Science Talk: The Wildfire Paradox
Rising Human Exposure Despite Declining Burned Area
Announcement 21 Oct 2025
Dresden UN Day 2025 Countdown: Focusing on Education
This year’s United Nations Day coincides with the UN’s 80th anniversary and UNU’s 50th anniversary.
Seminar -
War, Trauma, and Survival: A Child Survivor’s Journey Through Genocide and Displacement
Senija shares her journey from war and displacement to resilience, exploring trauma, identity, and the power of healing through storytelling.
Seminar -
Reviving Joint Liability Contracts: Asymmetric Joint Liability Loans and Moral Hazard
MAASTRICHT & ONLINE: Our UNU-MERIT Seminar Series team is pleased to announce our upcoming research seminar featuring Francesco Cecchi, Associate Professor in the Development Economics Group at Wageningen University