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.
Charter of the United Nations University

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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UNU Council Member

Prof. Brenda Yeoh

Professor Brenda S.A. Yeoh is a Singaporean scholar and expert in the fields of migration, social geography, and the politics of space in colonial and post-colonial cities.

Expert

Bavo Stevens

Bavo Stevens was a Junior Research Fellow at the UNU Institute on Globalization, Culture and Mobility (UNU-GCM).

News 19 Nov 2026

Bridging the Gap: How the Forecast4Africa Workshop Is Shaping the Future of African Weather Intelligence

UNU-INWEH and partners unite to empower African meteorological services with AI and locally led innovation.

News 26 Feb 2026

From Reef to RiPPs: Bioprospection for Antibiotics

Fernanda Claverías is using the latest technologies to elucidate potential antimicrobials from Chilean coastal ecosystems

Blog Post 25 Feb 2026

Rethinking Multilateralism from Within: Reflections from MPP Students at UNU-MERIT

With the conclusion of the first semester, five MPP students reflect on how the programme reshaped their thinking on multilateralism and policy.

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Global Groundwater Crisis: Science, Policy, and Youth Engagement

Introduction to groundwater Science and Why it is Important

Report 24 Feb 2026

Understanding Middle Powers in Development Cooperation

Capabilities, behaviors and values drive a new era of development leadership.

Capacity Development Office - Open Access Course

Knowledge Management for Young Professionals

Managing your own knowledge has been a key success factor in many different disciplines, and a useful skill for students and professionals alike.

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