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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Multimedia 29 Dec 2025

Video: UNU-INRA, WASCAL LANDSURF Dissemination Workshop.

An interview with INRA researcher, Barbara Baidoo during dissemination workshop.

News 27 Aug 2025

Maricary Sifontes is Constructing Efficient Delivery Systems for Gene Therapy

Designed In-silico, the new peptides traveled from Cuba to Brazil for testing

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Exhibition: “Conciencia” by Ciro Palomino

Peruvian artist Ciro Palomino’s exhibition "Conciencia" uses powerful imagery to spark reflection on global challenges and the SDGs.

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Harnessing AI for Smarter, Sustainable University Management

ONLINE: This webinar will discuss the role of AI in university management and administration, including functions and the use of AI agents.

Blog Post 26 Aug 2025

Fighting Corruption from Home: How Multinational Firms Learn to Navigate Corrupt Markets

What happens when companies experience corruption abroad? Do they learn to resist it—or to hide it better?

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United Nations University Program on Digital Technology and Sustainable Development

The UNU-DTSD Program is designed for young scholars currently enrolled in higher education institutions or in early career research positions.

Article 25 Aug 2025

How the PhD Summer School on the Economics of the Twin Transitions is Shaping the Future of Innovation Policy

PhD Summer School trains young researchers with theory and tools to design innovation policies for Europe’s green and digital transitions.

Article 25 Aug 2025

The Concern Around Saying AI ‘Hallucinates’

To build and integrate artificial intelligence into our society responsibly, we must speak about it with precision.

News 25 Aug 2025

The Number of People Exposed to Wildfires Nearly Doubles, with Africa Bearing the Greatest Burden

The population directly exposed to wildfire rose 40% globally, with 85% of that in Africa, leading to 1.5 million deaths per year, say UN scientists

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水电未来

挑战、创新与中国经验的启示