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
The Fragile City: The Epicentre of Extreme Vulnerability
Reducing vulnerability and enhancing resiliency for urban populations in fragile cities.
Blog Post
The Sustainable Development Goals: Gruesome Sausage-Making?
David Malone examines the process of developing the Sustainable Development Goals, which has been messy at best.
Event
Sustainable Development Goals and Disaster Risk Reduction
The symposium will explore linkages between the SDGs and DRR.
Blog Post
Measuring Illicit Activities: Will It Be Worth the Trouble?
The proposed Sustainable Development Goals call for detailed monitoring of global illicit activities, but will it be worth it?
Blog Post
Towards the 2015 NPT Review Conference
The eighth Review Conference of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty and whether it was as successful as accounts suggest.
Project
It’s Broke, So Fix It: Peacebuilding
Tackling the Peacebuilding Commission’s (PBC’s) lack of a purpose.
Project
Intrastate-based Armed Conflicts: Overview of Global and Regional Trends (1990-2013)
A disaggregation of the data of major recent trends in violent conflict by levels of conflict intensity, subregions, and countries.
Project
Smart Cities for Sustainable Development
Enhance urban sustainability in developing regions by utilizing Smart Cities technology, addressing infrastructure, environmental, and social challenges through research and practical frameworks.
Media Coverage
Now is the Time to Strengthen Japan-India Ties
India and Japan have a number of converging or complementary interests that should push them towards a closer partnership.
News
Workshop Shares Results of 2013 Leadership Training Programme in Africa
On 19 June 2014, UNU-IAS held a reporting session on the Global Leadership Training Programme in Africa.