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Conversation Series
Artificial Intelligence and Society: On the Brink of Change
Lecture
Globalization in Crisis — Confronting a New Economic Reality
ONLINE/OSLO: On 10 October 2023, UNU-WIDER will host the 27th WIDER Annual Lecture with Pinelopi (Penny) Goldberg.
Conversation Series
Japan's Foreign Policy in Turbulent Times
On 12 October, UNU will host a conversation with Kuniko Inoguchi, Member of the House of Councillors of Japan.
News
Press Release
Redefining Global Health Security: A Novel Framework Sheds Light on Equity and Decolonial Approaches
A new policy paper spotlights the need to address the potential pitfalls of the growing health-security nexus.
News
UNU and International Science Council Sign Agreement to Strengthen Academic Collaboration
UNU and ISC will collaborate on academic research and initiatives aimed at advancing progress towards global sustainability and human well-being.
News
In Memoriam: Enrique Forero, UNU Council Member
UNU Council member Enrique Forero, age 80, died on 5 September 2023.
Climate Action
Leadership Updates
News
Prof. Tshilidzi Marwala Sworn in as Rector of UNU
On 17 April 2023, a Swearing-in Ceremony for the 7th Rector of the United Nations University was held at the United Nations Headquarters in New York.
Press Release
UNU Appoints Dr Gustavo Fermin as Programme Coordinator of UNU-BIOLAC
UNU is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr Gustavo Fermin as the new Programme Coordinator of UNU-BIOLAC.
Press Release
Kaveh Madani Named as Next Director of UNU-INWEH
Prof. Kaveh Madani of Iran has been appointed as the next Director of the UNU Institute for Water, Environment and Health.
Press Release
Dr Sawako Shirahase Appointed as Senior Vice-Rector of the United Nations University
Dr Sawako Shirahase will join the United Nations University as its next UNU Senior Vice-Rector, effective 1 October 2021.