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News 25 Aug 2018

UNU Institute in Macau Presented a Paper on ICT Tool to Support Operation of a Homeless Centre

Dr. Mamello Thinyane attended the Participatory Design Conference on behalf of UNU Macau.

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World Water Week 2018

In 2018, World Water Week will address the theme “Water, ecosystems and human development”.

Expert Principal Visiting Fellow

Michelle Remme

Dr. Michelle Remme is Principal Visiting Fellow at UNU-IIGH. She has more than 10 years of years of experience as a researcher and policy advisor in global health, having worked in academia, the UN system, donor development cooperation and private consulting.

Blog Post 06 Aug 2018

High and Dry: The UN Risks Being Left Behind by the Turning Tide of Global Drug Policy

While the tide is shifting rapidly on global drugs policy, the United Nations – paralyzed by conflicting demands of Member States – is at risk.

News 01 Aug 2018

End of an Era: Michael Best Recalls His Journey as the First Director of UNU Institute in Macau

Before Michael Best left UNU Macau, he shared experiences and memories in this institution, showing optimistic attitude about the Institute’s future.

Blog Post 30 Jul 2018

Multilateralism in Freefall?

The key challenges that lie ahead for multilateralism and international cooperation at the UN.

Blog Post 29 Jul 2018

The Ethical Anatomy of Artificial Intelligence

Following the UN Secretary-General's establishment of a High-Level Panel on Digital Cooperation, what will the governance of AI look like?

Blog Post 29 Jul 2018

Using Data and Evidence To Achieve Target 8.7

Takeaways from a recent United Nations University Centre for Policy Research - Delta 8.7 symposium on Measuring Progress Towards Target 8.7.

Series 17 Jul 2018

A Concern in the Summer: 5 Facts on Heat Stress

Extreme heatwaves are happening with increasing frequency. They can have severe consequences, especially for vulnerable populations in urban settings.

Project 01 Jul 2018

The Shia View of Dealing With ISIS Suspects in the Hands of Iraqi Justice

The degree of support among Iraqi Shia for current legal practices regarding ISIS suspects and their openness to alternative leniency approaches.