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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Commentary 21 Sep 2026

Temperature Decline is Not an Undo Button: Climate Overshoot is a Human Security Challenge

What happens when warming exceeds 1.5°C? Climate overshoot means a prolonged period of peak warming, decline and risks that challenge human security.

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UNU-EGOV Reports

UNU-EGOV Reports

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UNU-EGOV Conference Papers

UNU-EGOV Conference Papers

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UNU-EGOV Book Chapters

UNU-EGOV Book Chapters

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UNU-EGOV Books

UNU-EGOV Books

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UNU-EGOV Journal Articles

Journal Articles

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Call for Papers: Economic Fitness and Complexity Symposium

The Economic Fitness and Complexity Symposium invites research on innovation, structural change and development.

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