Water

Water is a core component of sustainable development that inherently links livelihoods, ecosystems, populations, and infrastructure. UNU water-related research addresses the needs of low- and middle-income countries, with a particular focus on policy guidance, natural resources planning, and new technology.

For example, our research on water, sanitation, and hygiene, and on wastewater management and reuse, bridges science, policy, and practice to pair innovative technologies with communities in need.

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Understanding How Bacteria Organize and Build their "Super-Cities" and Finding Ways to Neutralize Them

Bacteria have long harnessed the power of many, and if we are to control them, we must understand their coordinated protection strategies.

09 Dec 2025