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
Project
Accelerating the digital transformation of the public sector of Qatar
Supporting Qatar’s MCIT to improve digital transformation by providing analysis, recommendations, advice, and capacity development.
News
Aspiring Climate Leaders Explore Net Zero Transition Strategies in 2022 ProSPER.Net Leadership Programme
The online sessions engaged young professionals and emerging leaders to build climate leadership skills needed for the net zero transition.
Conversation Series
“International Law, the UN Security Council, and Beyond”, a Conversation with Eran Sthoeger
UNU will host a conversation with Mr. Eran Sthoeger, a litigator and consultant in international law, and Adjunct Professor at Brooklyn Law School.
Announcement
Applications Open for 2023 UNU-IAS Master’s and Doctoral Programmes
Apply by 17 February 2023 for UNU-IAS postgraduate degree programmes in Sustainability (MSc) and Sustainability Science (PhD).
Series
5 Facts on How We Can Learn to Plan for Heatwaves, after the British Columbia Heatwave
In summer 2021, a heatwave struck British Columbia. A heatwave is a silent killer, and this is how we can reduce disaster risk.
Blog Post
"It’s time to create an ‘After Carbon’ agenda for Africa"
Op-ed reflecting on COP27 and proposing the AFTER-Carbon initiative, an African-led initiative for climate change and post-carbon transitions research
Event
COP27 Reporting Session and Information Session for Prospective Students
UNU-IAS will host a reporting session on COP27 concurrently with an information session for prospective students.
Event
Information Session for Prospective Students
UNU-IAS will hold an online information session for prospective students on the learning experiences, ongoing research, & other unique opportunities.
Staff
Michieru Sakai
Michieru Sakai is Council and Administrative Officer in the Office of the Rector.
Staff
Namiko Matsuo
Namiko Matsuo is the UNU Assistant to the Senior Vice-Rector.