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.

Person PhD fellow

Khanh Quoc Duong

Khanh Duong is a PhD fellow at UNU-MERIT.

News 08 Jul 2025

UNU Rector AI Lecture Series: AI Insights for a Sustainable Future

Exploring the Role of Artificial Intelligence in Advancing a Sustainable Future.

News 08 Jul 2025

UNU Co-hosts Symposium Exploring Investment Towards Clean Energy in Lesotho

The event highlighted how international cooperation, innovative finance and shared knowledge can support climate-smart development.

BIG IDEAS Series -

Sowing Equality: Addressing Gender Barriers in Food, Water and Agricultural Systems

ONLINE: On 15 July 2025, UNU will host a BIG IDEAS Dialogue with Dr. Nidhi Nagabhatla, Senior Research Fellow at UNU-CRIS.

Announcement 07 Jul 2025

Director of Interconnected Disaster Risks Film Wins Award at International Film Festival

A heartfelt story of tradition and resilience takes centre stage in Spain. Find out why it resonated so deeply with audiences.

News 07 Jul 2025

The UNU Macau Summer Research Camp 2025 Successfully Concluded

The United Nations University Institute in Macau successfully concluded its 2025 Summer Research Camp.

Announcement 07 Jul 2025

Second Wave of Acceptance Notifications for UNU Macau AI Conference 2025

We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to everyone who submitted proposals for the UNU Macau AI Conference 2025.

News 07 Jul 2025

UNU-INWEH Director Visits Indonesia: MoU with RRI, Inauguration of Global Media Academy Secretariat, and Regional Outreach Events

RRI became the Asia-Pacific focal point of the Global Media Academy to build media capacity to address global water and environmental challenges