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 10 Oct 2022

Unpacking Good Mental Health for World Mental Health Month

Mental health is a critical pillar of overall health. It is not the opposite of mental illness, not equal to feeling happy, not static.

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Reducing Inequality – The Great Challenge of Our Time

UNU-WIDER and UNIANDES will convene a three-day conference on reducing inequality in Bogotá, Colombia on 5–7 October 2022.

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11th Americas RCE Regional Meeting

RCE Salisbury will host the 11th Americas RCE Regional Meeting and UNU-IAS advances ESD by mobilizing the global network of RCE

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"The Triple Planetary Crisis: From Issues to Action", a Conversation with Inger Andersen

On 4 October 2022, UNU will host a conversation with Inger Andersen, Executive Director of the United Nations Environment Programme.

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ICEGOV 2022 – 15th International Conference on Theory and Practice of Electronic Governance

On 4–7 October 2022, UNU-EGOV will co-organize ICEGOV 2022.

News 04 Oct 2022

Experts Roundtable Report on Malaysian White Paper for Health

This report presents a summarised account of extensive discussions held on July 2nd about the forthcoming Malaysian White Paper on Health.  

Project 04 Oct 2022

Cape Verde Digital Action Plan

Developing Cape Verde's Digital Action Plan to modernise government services.

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2022 International Conference on Theory and Practice of Electronic Governance

UNU-EGOV and the University of Minho will co-organise the 2022 International Conference on Theory and Practice of Electronic Governance, ICEGOV 2022.

Article 04 Oct 2022

Reimagining Human Rights in Global Health: What Will it Take?

Human rights are an important tool to ensure health is seen and realised as a global good for all.

Media Coverage 04 Oct 2022

The Increasing Use of Mercenaries in Conflicts Worldwide

The lack of international regulations governing mercenaries reinforces their presence.