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
BIG IDEAS Series
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.
BIG IDEAS Series
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.
Conversation Series
“Tech for Good? Do New Technologies Lead to Equity in Education?”
On 15 May, UNU will host a Conversation Series event with Ms Bettina Stark-Watzinger, German Federal Minister of Education and Research.
Symposium
International Day for Biological Diversity 2023
A symposium to raise awareness and deepen understanding of biodiversity issues.
Event
RCE Youth Biodiversity Art Challenge Exhibition
TOKYO: From May to July 2023, UNU-IAS will hold an exhibition showcasing some of the winning artworks from the 2022 RCE Youth Biodiversity Art Challenge.
Seminar
Conceptualizing citizen-to-citizen (C2C) interactions within the e-Government domain
Seminar given by UNU-EGOV researcher, Mete Yildiz on "Conceptualizing citizen-to-citizen (C2C) interactions within the e-Government domain"
News
Book Examines How Climate Change and Displacement Affect the Right to Education
A new book by UNU-IAS and UNESCO presents case studies in Asia and the Pacific, providing guidance for policymakers to ensure education is protected.
News
A peek into how European innovation is progressing – and being monitored
A Q&A with innovation and technology policy expert Hugo Hollanders
Expert
Minjeong Choi
Minjeong Choi is a Senior Research Assistant at UNU-FLORES and contributes to research for the “Plastic Pollution in the Environment and Nexus Governance Solutions for Regulating the Single Use of Plastic” project.
Expert
Stefaan Smis
Stefaan Smis has collaborated with UNU-CRIS for many years focusing his work on regional integration in Africa.