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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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News 21 Jan 2022

ICEGOV 2022 - Call for Papers

ICEGOV 2021 Call for Papers.

News 21 Jan 2022

Sustainable Cycles Programme Marks Nearly Three Decades of Success at UNU

A new report — SCYCLE’s Origins and Milestones, 1994–2021 — outlines the 27-year journey of exciting research, training, and policy impact.

News 20 Jan 2022

13th Workshop of SDG–Universities Platform

The workshop convened working groups and discussed plans for new courses.

News 20 Jan 2022

Apply Now for Our 2022 Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme

The application deadline is 28 February 2022.

News 20 Jan 2022

UNU-IIGH Welcomes UN Resident Coordinator for Malaysia in Official Visit

Strengthening Ties: UN Resident Coordinator's Official Visit to UNU-IIGH. Fostering collaboration for global health progress.

Project 20 Jan 2022

AI4PA Portugal | Artificial Intelligence & Data Science for Public Administration Portugal Innovation Hub

Enhance Portugal's public sector efficiency through AI4PA, promoting AI integration for policy effectiveness and stakeholder training.

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International Conference on COVID-19: Learning for Future Healthcare Systems in LMICs

Conference focusing on COVID-19's impact and learning for future healthcare systems in LMICs.

Announcement 18 Jan 2022

Request for Research Proposals: Economic Transformation, and Social Protection & Taxation

UNU-WIDER invited research proposals on topics of economic transformation and topics of social protection & taxation in developing countries.

News 14 Jan 2022

Video Series Explores Traditional Knowledge of Japan’s Noto Peninsula

The videos focus on local food culture, highlighting the importance of sustainable use of resources.

News 14 Jan 2022

ICEGOV 2021 proceedings published

The proceedings of the 14th ICEGOV are now available in ACM's Digital Library.