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

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Peace and partnerships — topics on fostering peaceful, just, and inclusive societies

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News 26 Oct 2022

Luang Prabang Youth Present Solutions to Safeguard Intangible Cultural Heritage

A final presentation session of the Youth Ambassadors’ Forum concluded a series of workshops.

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Tourism and the SDGs — Local Food and Sustainable Development

On 26 October 2022 UNU-IAS will host an online seminar on the topic Tourism and the SDGs — Local Food and Sustainable Development.

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New Challenges for Multilateralism and Peace

On 9 November 2022, UNU will host a conversation with Elizabeth Spehar, UN Assistant Secretary-General (ASG) for Peacebuilding Support.

News 25 Oct 2022

Recommendations on Strengthening Follow-up & Review for the SDGs

A new UNU-IAS policy brief discusses how governments can improve their follow-up and review (FUR) for the SDGs.

Project 25 Oct 2022

LANDSURF (WASCAL)

This project seeks to develop a West African Earth System Model (WESM) for high-resolution longer-term transient climate change projections.

Media Coverage 25 Oct 2022

Forbes Japan Interview Calls for Inclusive Sustainability in Business

Forbes Japan magazine featured an interview with Akio Takemoto on synergies between climate action and sustainable development.

News 24 Oct 2022

UN Weeks Symposium Promotes Integrated Action for Climate and the SDGs

UNU-IAS participated in an online symposium at Sophia University, Tokyo, on the interlinkages between the Paris Agreement and the SDGs.

News 24 Oct 2022

UNU-IAS Hosts ProSPER.Net 16th General Assembly: Three New Members Join The Network

ProSPER.Net's 16th General Assembly added three new members to the network, bringing the total number of members to 55.

News 24 Oct 2022

UNU Macau Launches the Youth Engagement Programme on the 2022 UN Day

YEP hopes to inspire and empower youths in Macao and beyond, while involving them as partners in the path towards sustainable development.

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Towards a Resilient Cyberspace: Spotlight on Southeast Asia

This research seminar provides an initial view of a conceptual framework on how Southeast Asia can develop cyber resilience.