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.
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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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Expert Research Fellow, WASH and Behavioural Science

Dr. Rohit Ramchandani

Dr. Rohit Ramchandani is a public health expert specializing in global health innovation, implementation science, and behavior-centered design. 

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Women in Peace: Strengthening Economies to Address Violence Against Women

TOKYO: On 6 February 2025, UNU and Guardian Girls International, in partnership with KIF Japan, will co-host a panel discussion on women’s empowerment.

Expert Lead, Strategic Foresight for the Net-Zero Transition

Dr. Mark Workman

Dr. Mark Workman is an expert in strategic policy making and whole system analysis, specializing in energy transitions, environmental and climate change, and conflict.

Expert Adjunct Professor

Elsa Costa e Silva

Elsa Costa e Silva has been an Adjunct Professor at the United Nations University Operating Unit on Policy-Driven Electronic Governance (UNU-EGOV) since 2024.

Person Project coordinator at the Capacity Development Office

Lucas Boh

Lucas Boh is a project coordinator at UNU-MERIT

Article 13 Jan 2025

AI could usher in a golden age of research – but only if these cutting-edge tools aren’t restricted to a few major private companies

AI reshapes science: Driving Nobel-winning breakthroughs, it sparks innovation while raising concerns over equity in access and trust in research.

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The Pact for the Future and International Peace and Security

TOKYO: On 28 January 2025, UNU will host a conversation with Tadamichi Yamamoto, Visiting Professor at Ritsumeikan University.

Media Coverage 13 Jan 2025

Upcoming UNU-IAS Symposium on Landscape Conservation Highlighted in Japanese Media

Hokkoku Shimbun featured an international symposium to be held in Kanazawa, Japan in May 2025.

Media Coverage 13 Jan 2025

Yomiuri Shimbun Spotlights UNU-IAS Director in Profile Feature

Prof. Shinobu Yume Yamaguchi shared insights on her academic and professional journey and the activities of UNU-IAS.

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