UNU research focuses on the challenges faced by the United Nations and its Member States. Our current research portfolio supports all of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which were adopted by the UN General Assembly in 2015 to inspire global action to overcome the world’s biggest challenges.
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R&D Spillovers, Exports and Employment: The Role of Buyer- Supplier Relationships
Investigating the influence of buyer-supplier relationships on firm innovation, performance, and employment structure, using data from Turkish firms.
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Helene disaster: The threat of poor management and climate change to human lives and assets
This UNU-INWEH Incident Brief highlighting how poor management at local level amplified the impact of Hurricane Helene
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Analysis and Evaluation of the Sustainability Nexus of Reinforcement Measures with New Composite Materials
This project oversees a sustainability assessment of composite materials, by considering their functionality, robustness, and environmental impact.
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Dare to Share
Expanding spaces and amplifying voices to meet the increasing demand for a just and equitable transition towards greater sustainability.
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Innovate for Clean Agricultural Technologies (INFoCAT)
Advancing women’s and youth economic empowerment in rural areas of African countries, by promoting low-cost clean energy-powered technology solutions.
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The future of UN peace operations
Shaping conversations and leading research on the dynamics affecting peace operations.
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What is
UNU-EHS explains complex concepts and ideas.
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UNU Global AI Network
Together we accelerate the SDGs and ensure safe AI for all.
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Capacity Development News
This Series tracks recent news and developments of our Capacity Development Office.
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UNESCO Chair News
Read the latest news from UNU-MERIT’s UNESCO Chair on Science, Technology and Innovation for Sustainable Development for Latin America.