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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Blog Post 16 May 2023

Addressing the Relationships between Migration and Inequality is Key to Africa’s Development

Why addressing inequality is central to any discussion on migration in Africa.

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Climate Change and the Right to Education

This side event will discuss how the right to education is threatened by the effects of climate change.

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Second Sustainability Impulse at the Dresden World Trade Centre

DRESDEN: On 30 May, UNU-FLORES will co-organize a talk event during its Sustainability Week as part of the German Action Days for Sustainability.

Series 16 May 2023

6 facts on the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction

Six facts on the Sendai Framework on Disaster Risk Reduction

Project 15 May 2023

Sustainability Stories 2.0: A world tour through stories on sustainability

The "Sustainability Stories" competition mobilized global visual storytellers to advocate for the Resource Nexus and sustainability.

News 12 May 2023

Strengthening Global Responses to Forced Labour and Sex Trafficking

An updated training certificate for anti-financial crime professionals is strengthening the global response to modern slavery and human trafficking.

News 11 May 2023

SDG Open Innovation Camp 2023 for the Greater Bay Area Successfully Held at UNU Macau and BEYOND Expo

The camp aimed to promote sustainable development through the involvement, design, and co-creation of innovative projects by cross-industry talents.

News 11 May 2023

In the field with Dominic Sett: understanding flood impacts and local perception on flood risks and adaptation

Dominic Sett went to Viet Nam to discuss flood impacts and to better understand local perceptions on flood risks and adaptation options.

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Global Health and Human Rights in the Post-pandemic World

ONLINE: On 23 May, UNU will host a BIG IDEAS Dialogue with Rajat Khosla, Director of UNU-IIGH, and UNU Senior Vice-Rector Sawako Shirahase.

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How Can Biotechnology Help Us Achieve the SDGs?

On 19 May 2023, UNU will host a BIG IDEAS Dialogue with Prof. Gustavo Fermin, Programme Coordinator of UNU-BIOLAC.