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
Event
SCIENCE TALK: Water Diplomacy, Its Tracks and Third Parties’ Mediation
Role, Limitations, and Potential Constraints of Third-Party Engagement
Staff
Dr. Ng Chong
Dr. Ng Chong is Chief of Information Technology (D1) and Director of the UNU Campus Computing Centre.
Media Coverage
UNU-IAS Postgraduate Degree Programmes Featured in Friends of WHO Journal
The article highlights research opportunities available to students, including in global health and well-being.
Article
Europe’s Education Gamble: Can the EU Compete in a Changing World?
Can Europe’s education and skills agenda tackle declining outcomes and innovation gaps to ensure competitiveness and cohesion?
Media Coverage
Interconnected Disaster Risks Report’s Space Debris Case Mentioned in The Guardian
UNU-EHS research on space debris featured in The Guardian.
Announcement
10th Japan Youth Environmental Activity Contest
The annual event engages youth across Japan to share their solutions to local and global environmental issues.
Article
How to break Europe’s innovation stasis
Europe’s R&I lags behind global leaders. The EU must reform funding, drive innovation, boost competitiveness, and enhance security for future growth.
Expert
Dr. Abraham Nunbogu
Dr. Abraham Nunbogu is a health geographer who investigates how social and environmental factors influence health and well-being, with a special on the role of gender in shaping water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) behaviors in the Global South.
Expert
Prof. Mohd Faizee
Professor Mohd Faizee's work centers on transboundary water security, environmental peacebuilding, and conflict resolution.
Expert
Dr. Vahid Hosseini
Dr. Vahid Hosseini is an expert in sustainable urban transportation.