Research Topics

Research and academic activities aligned with every Sustainable Development Goal

Topics Header Photo
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

Showing 301-310 of 4056 results

News 06 Dec 2024

Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan Hosts Reception for UNU Council

The occasion brought together distinguished guests at UNU Headquarters to celebrate nearly 50 years of partnerships for sustainable development.

News 05 Dec 2024

Global Humanitarian Overview 2025: A Call for Radical Commitment to Multilateralism

Our researcher Alex Hunns reflects on the latest UN Global Humanitarian Overview report and the challenges faced by the global humanitarian system.

Article 05 Dec 2024

5 Highlights of Sustainable Urban Land Restoration

Five key highlights to consider, to build a future where urban growth and environmental stewardship go hand in hand

Media Coverage 05 Dec 2024

World Drought Atlas: UNU-EHS Experts Featured in International Media Outlets

UNU-EHS experts were lead authors on the new World Drought Atlas report and featured in the media.

News 05 Dec 2024

Exploring Qualitative Research Methods: Lessons from our Recent MPP Open Lecture

UNU-MERIT's Talitha Dubow describes the key aspects of the open MPP lecture that she delivered last week, and how the programme supports our students.

News 05 Dec 2024

Participation in Workshop on Behavioural Science for Innovation in Public Sector

UNU-EGOV joined a workshop on behavioural science to foster public sector innovation, led by Prof. Lars Tummers, in Maastricht.

BIG IDEAS Series -

Investing in ESG and the SDGs to Solve Social Issues

TOKYO & ONLINE: On 9 December 2024, UNU will host a BIG IDEAS Dialogue with Prof. Shunsuke Managi, Distinguished Professor at Kyushu University.

Collection 03 Dec 2024

Economics of drought: Investing in nature-based solutions for drought resilience – proaction pays

UN report highlighting the importance of investing in sustainable land and water management to reduce the impact of drought

Brief 03 Dec 2024

The documentation divide

Understanding pathways to modern slavery among undocumented populations in Brazil

Brief 03 Dec 2024

Bridging the identity gap

Policy recommendations for improving documentation and reducing modern slavery risks in Nepal