Research Topics

Research and academic activities aligned with every Sustainable Development Goal

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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.
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People — topics on improving lives of people everywhere

Planet — topics on preserving and improving our environment and natural resources

Peace and partnerships — topics on fostering peaceful, just, and inclusive societies

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Multimedia 29 Dec 2025

Video: UNU-INRA, WASCAL LANDSURF Dissemination Workshop.

An interview with INRA researcher, Barbara Baidoo during dissemination workshop.

News 12 Sep 2025

UNU-EGOV Co-Hosts AICOSERV Workshop at EGOV2025

The AICOSERV Workshop was held at the EGOV2025 Conference in Krems, Austria, on September 4, 2025.

Capacity Development

Migration Law and Policymaking - A Course for Migration Policy Officials in Africa (MiLAP)

Migration Law and Policy Training is a joint capacity-building programme by UNU-MERIT/Maastricht University and IOM’s ACBC.

News 11 Sep 2025

Gender Gap in Africa’s Water Leadership Undermines Fair Policymaking

A new UN University analysis finds African women remain underrepresented in key leadership positions in the water sector across the continent.

News 11 Sep 2025

UNU-FLORES Celebrates Diversity and Culture at Dresden is(s)t bunt

Connecting cultures: UNU-FLORES joins Dresden is(s)t bunt celebrating diversity and community spirit.

Collection 11 Sep 2025

Women in Africa’s Water Leadership: Numbers Don’t Lie

Women hold just 17% of top water leadership roles in Africa, highlighting urgent gaps and opportunities for gender-inclusive governance.

Person Data Visualization and Communications Associate

Aria Farsi

Aria contributes to UNU-INWEH’s science communication and capacity-building efforts, drawing on his background in journalism, communication, and education.

Press Release 10 Sep 2025

ACS2: New UNU-INRA report uncovers the economic, social and justice costs of Africa’s green transition

UNU-INRA launches new Stranded Assets report at the Second African Climate Summit.

News 10 Sep 2025

Closing the Circle for Sugarcane

Mariela Torres is working to turn acidic waste into thriving harvests