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.
People — topics on improving lives of people everywhere
Planet — topics on preserving and improving our environment and natural resources
Prosperity — topics on building a sustainable and fulfilling future
Peace and partnerships — topics on fostering peaceful, just, and inclusive societies
Collection
Global Governance of Low Earth Orbit Satellites
UNU-CRIS Associate Research Fellow Berna Akcali Gur edits volume on global governance of Low Earth Orbit satellite broadband infrastructure
Brief
Article
Promoting Children’s Psychological Agency through Balanced Engagement with Climate
Article on children's psychological agency published in Communications Psychology
Side Event
COP30 Debrief: One Health as SDG Accelerator
Virtual panel discussion on COP30's One Health governance advances
Seminar
ECOWAS Beyond the States: Rethinking How Civil Society Is Shaping Regional Governance in West Africa
Dr. Kogbe discusses regional engagements of civil society actors in Africa, drawing from his recently published book.
Article
5 Ways to Strengthen Disaster-Resilient Infrastructure in Mountain Regions
Five approaches show how mountain infrastructure can be made more resilient to withstand future shocks.
News
New White Paper on Digital Maturity and Sustainability
The study explores how digital transformation and sustainable development intersect to shape social, economic, and environmental outcomes worldwide.
Event
COP30 Youth Debrief Session
TOKYO: This event will share youth experiences and insights after attending the 2025 UN climate change conference (UNFCCC COP30).
Media Coverage
The New Art of the Peace Deal
In World Politics Review Adam Day assesses the 'transactional diplomacy' of the Trump administration and its implications for peace.
Blog Post
“Youth Should Lead the Way”: Lessons from Ten Years of Programming on the Youth, Peace and Security Agenda
Ten years after Resolution 2250 launched the Youth, Peace and Security (YPS) agenda, youth-led peacebuilding has proven its transformative potential.