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.
People — topics on improving lives of people everywhere
Planet — topics on preserving and improving our environment and natural resources
Prosperity — topics on building a sustainable and fulfilling future
Peace and partnerships — topics on fostering peaceful, just, and inclusive societies
Series
2024 – A Leap Year for Climate Finance?
2024 is an important year for climate and sustainable development finance, with the topic being on the agenda for several different policy processes.
Series
5 Insights on the Current Plastic Treaty Negotiations
Treaty negotiations to end plastic pollution are ongoing and parties just wrapped up a week of work in Ottawa, Canada on a draft text.
Expert
Dhiraj Raj Gyawali
Dhiraj Raj Gyawali
Expert
Aline Naawa
Aline Naawa
Expert
Salimata Ouattara
Salimata Ouattara
Staff
Eva Berzeky
Eva Berzeky
News
Former UNU Senior Vice-Rector Taikan Oki to Receive Japan's Medal with Purple Ribbon
Professor Oki will receive the Medal from the Prime Minister of Japan during a ceremony held in Tokyo.
Article
Fisheries and Aquaculture
Bangladesh, India, Philippines, Thailand
Article
Cattle
Brazil
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Palm Oil
Indonesia, Malaysia, Nigeria