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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.
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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 UNU Council Member; Raffles Professor of Social Sciences, National University of Singapore

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.

Project 19 Jan 2038

Flexible Office: Concept for Resource Optimisation (FLORES)

This project at UNU FLORES seeks to make a significant shift from fixed desks assigned to each employee to spaces designed according to functions and needs

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A Dialogue on Advancing Global Cooperation for Biodiversity

Implementing the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework

Announcement 09 Oct 2024

UNU Global AI Network Members

List of the UNU Global AI Network Members

Blog Post 09 Oct 2024

Coming soon: a UN Envoy for Future Generations

It was announced at the Hamburg Sustainability Conference this week that the Secretary-General will appoint a UN Envoy for Future Generations.

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SCIENCE TALK: Investing in Nature: The Role of Wetlands as Natural Climate Solutions

Scientific Advancements In Delivering Accurate Estimates Of Carbon Accumulation And GHG Fluxes From Wetlands

Report 08 Oct 2024

Mitigating modern slavery and human trafficking risks in the MENA region: the role of financial intelligence units

Enhancing the effectiveness of efforts in combating modern slavery and human trafficking in the MENA region.

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Essays on Science Evaluation

PhD defence Guangyao Zhang.

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Minds Connect: Science 4 Peace Speed Dating

Join the "Minds Connect: Science for Peace" speed dating event for early-career researchers passionate about peace through science.