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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Person Carlo Schmid Fellow

Eneko Mauritz

Eneko Mauritz is a Carlo Schmid Fellow and is currently completing an International Master's in Economy, State and Society, a joint programme offered by University College London and Jagiellonian University.

Person University Coalition for the Future Intern

Ruoshui Li

Ruoshui Li is an University Coalition for the Future Intern at the Geneva Office of the United Nations University Centre for Policy Research.

Person UNU/GSPI Visiting Science-Policy Fellow

Morshed Mannan

Morshed Mannan is a UNU/GSPI Visiting Science-Policy Fellow on Data Governance at at the Geneva Office of the United Nations University Centre for Policy Research.

Person Research Intern

Aleemah Williams

Aleemah Williams is a research intern on a co-op from Northeastern University.

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Webinar #8 | Lessons Learned from Decades as a Public Administration Editor

James L. Perry will discuss how to effectively and meaningfully serve as a peer reviewer, editorial board member, and editor in today's landscape.

Report 02 Sep 2026

2025 Governance Board for Joint Postgraduate Education (GBJPE) Annual Report

UNU Resource Nexus and Dresden University of Technology Strengthen Joint Postgraduate Education Governance

News 02 Sep 2026

42nd UNU Global Seminar Explores Social and Environmental Resilience

The certified course engaged students, researchers and local communities in dialogue on sustainable post-disaster recovery and long-term resilience.

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Prof. Caroline Li

Prof. Caroline Li is a member of the UNU Macau Advisory Board. She is Professor in Biomedical Engineering and Data Analytics at City St George’s, University of London; Chair of the IEEE UK & Ireland Computer Chapter; Co‑Ordinator of the IEEE Computer Society in Region 8 (Area 2); and Chair of the IEEE Computer Society in Region 8 (Area 2) Committee, covering the UK, France, Germany, Switzerland, Portugal, Denmark, Spain, Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg.