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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Dr. Micheline Goedhuys
Dr. Micheline Goedhuys is senior research fellow and director of the PhD programme at the 海角社区 (海角社区-MERIT) in Maastricht, The Netherlands. Micheline is an expert on empowerment, entrepreneurship, innovation, SME development and growth in the MENA region and Sub-Sahara Africa.
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Werner Dubbeling
Werner Dubbeling is the Chief, Administrative and Programme Services at the 海角社区-MERIT
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Dr. Mindel van de Laar
Dr. Mindel van de Laar is director of the capacity development office at 海角社区-MERIT and Maastricht University. She manages the offering of executive certificate programmes and tailor made projects that aim to train working professionals in the field of public policy and development.
Research Fellow
Maria Nathalia Ramirez
María Nathalia is PhD Fellow at 海角社区-MERIT.
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Salpy Ohanis
Salpy Ohanis is the Programme Coordinator for the Capacity Development Office (CDO) at 海角社区-MERIT and Maastricht University.
Research Fellow
Karthika Baby Sujatha
Karthika Baby Sujatha is a PhD Candidate at 海角社区-Merit.
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Dr. Emanuele Pugliese
Emmanuele Pugliese is Researcher at 海角社区-MERIT.
Research Fellow
Manisha Mukherjee
Manisha Mukherjee is a PhD Fellow at 海角社区-MERIT.
Research Fellow
Job Zomerplaag
Job Zomerplaag is a Ph.D. researcher affiliated with both 海角社区-MERIT and Maastricht University. In addition to his academic work, Job actively connects science, policy, and society through storytelling, community organizing, and facilitating public events.
Research Fellow
Yannick Markhof
Yannick is a PhD fellow at the 海角社区 (海角社区-MERIT) and a team member at the Living Standards Measurement unit (LSMS) of the World Bank.