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Highlights from the UNU-MERIT Internal Conference 2024
Our PhD coordinator Soha Youssef and PhD director Dr. Micheline Goedhuys reflect on the Internal Conference, a significant annual event at UNU-MERIT.
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“Portraits of Urban Change” photo competition results
The 2024 Transformative Urban Coalitions (TUC) photo competition results are in!
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Shaping the future of global governance
UNU-CPR research is reflected in many of the actions in the Pact for the Future – our work will continue to guide the Pact’s implementation.
Announcement
Next Course: “Analysis of genomes, transcriptomes, and proteomes from parasites for the development of tools to control neglected diseases”, February 2025
Apply for a scholarship to participate in the course coordinated by Dr. Laura Kamenetzky at Facultad de Ciencias Exactas y Naturales (UBA), Argentina.
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Improving Subnational Governance to Localize the SDGs
A workshop in Brussels discussed new approaches to SDG action in cities and communities, sharing insights from Asia and Europe.
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Forum Spotlights Role of Higher Education in Advancing Circular Economy
The ProSPER.Net 2024 Sustainability Forum called for multilateral cooperation, policy reform and educational innovation to promote circularity.
Press Release
BIOLAC at the Climate and SDG Synergy Conference: More Biology for a Fundamentally Biological Issue
The 1.5° goal is still within reach but will need vital synergies and political commitment with a sense of urgency. Biotechnology has answers.
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In Conversation with Simone Sandholz: The importance of addressing urban loss and damage
Climate change and rapid urbanization are occurring in parallel. This is crucial in the context of loss and damage.
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UNU-EGOV Releases Publication on Responsible AI in Cities
The Unit releases publications on responsible AI in cities, focusing on inclusivity, governance, and sustainable urban development.
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UN University-INWEH and HEC Montréal Partner to Engage Media in Sustainability Transition
The two institutes will launch capacity building, knowledge creation, and research initiatives related to media and society.