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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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.

Media Coverage 25 Jul 2025

In the Media: UNU-EHS Brings Pacific Island Nations Together to Fight Land Degradation

This week in Suva, Fiji, UNU-EHS brought countries together under the the Pacific Island Developing States (PSIDS) Regional Dialogue Forum.

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Bridges and Borders: Multicultural Exchange and Peacebuilding in the AI Era

On 8 September 2025, UNU will host a conversation with Professor Valerio de Cesaris, Rector of the University for Foreigners of Perugia.

News 25 Jul 2025

South Africa Hosts the First UN University Hub in Africa and the Global South

The new UNU Hub at the University of Pretoria, REACH-AFRICA, will lead on climate, water, health and food security across the continent and beyond.

Project 24 Jul 2025

Role of Participation in Achieving Sustainable and Resilient Agri-food Systems in Face of Emerging External Shocks: A Coupled Citizen Science and Nature-based Solutions Approach (CS-NbS)

This project will contribute to recommending a governance structure that helps achieve a sustainable and resilient agri-food system.

News 24 Jul 2025

UNU-EGOV at OpenGov2025 Summer School in Samos, Greece

Researcher Demetrios Sarantis delivered a lecture on “Assessment Methodologies in Open Data Initiatives”

Article 24 Jul 2025

What is Earth Overshoot Day and Why does it Matter?

There is a date in July that says a lot about how we live on Earth. What does it mean? And how can we push the date back?

News 24 Jul 2025

UNU Macau Dialogue Series: A Dialogue with Colleen Ward

Exploring the evolving intersection of culture and digital technologies, examining how technologies are reshaping human connection, identities.

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Artificial Intelligence and Higher Education in Africa: Advancing Innovation for Sustainable Progress

On 20 August 2025, UNU will co-host a TICAD 9 side event exploring the transformative potential of AI in shaping the future of higher education across Africa.