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
Blog Post
What Are Think Tanks Good For?
The greatest purpose that think tanks can serve is influence peddling, in the best sense of the term.
Event
Transdisciplinary Education for Disaster Risk Reduction
Launching the International Network for Advancing Transdisciplinary Education
News
Policy Brief Presents Recommendations on Prolonged Displacement
The brief is based on field research in Fukushima since the March 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake, tsunami and nuclear accident.
Blog Post
Why the NPT Review Conference Outcome Matters
The 2015 Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty Review Conference will be an important milestone for global nonproliferation efforts.
Blog Post
It's Broke, So Fix It: Humanitarian Response in Crisis
The current global humanitarian system is in crisis and will have to be fixed in order for it to stay relevant.
Project
The UN Security Council in an Age of Great Power Rivalry
An assessment of the Council’s ability to adapt and innovate in the face of new challenges over the past two decades.
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?