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Research and academic activities aligned with every Sustainable Development Goal

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Project 19 Jan 2038

Flexible Office: Concept for Resource Optimisation (FLORES)

This project at UNU FLORES seeks to make a significant shift from fixed desks assigned to each employee to spaces designed according to functions and needs

Multimedia 29 Dec 2025

Video: UNU-INRA, WASCAL LANDSURF Dissemination Workshop.

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

BIG IDEAS Series -

Harnessing the Impact of Youth Participation in Policymaking and Decision-making

TOKYO & ONLINE: On 15 August 2025, UNU will host a BIG IDEAS Dialogue with Dr. Felipe Paullier, Assistant Secretary-General for Youth Affairs.

Announcement 10 Jul 2025

UNU-EHS Researcher Nominated as Lead Author for Upcoming IPBES Assessment on Spatial Planning

UNU-EHS's Dr. Yvonne Walz to contribute to IPBES assessment on integrated biodiversity-inclusive spatial planning and ecological connectivity.

Article 09 Jul 2025

Know the Expert "Maria Alexandra Cunha" - July

Read this interview with Maria Alexandra Cunha, one of the most respected experts in digital government.

Article 09 Jul 2025

Safeguarding Digital Public Infrastructure: A Global Imperative for Sustainable Development

With joint efforts, the global community can build a secure, trusted DPI that leaves no one behind.

Person Project Fellow

Max Tu

Max Leiming Tu is the Project Fellow at the United Nations University Institute in Macau who supports partnership development and fundraising initiatives. His work also encompasses research focused on generative AI and education.

Person Research Fellow

Xinyi Zeng

Xinyi Zeng is a Research Fellow of UNU Institute in Macau focusing on the GenAI and Education. 

Person Outreach Consultant

Paula Hidalgo-Sanchis

Paula Hidalgo-Sanchis is a Senior Consultant at UNU Macau, and also a Programme Manager and a Policy Advisor on digital technologies for social impact and sustainable development.

Person Communications Fellow

Linjie Zhuge

Autumn Zhuge is a Communications Fellow of UNU Institute in Macau who supports the COMMS team.