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.
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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Expert Policy Research Associate

Fui Ching Lam

Fui Ching Lam is a Policy Research Associate – Digital Health Security and Governance at the United Nations University – International Institute for Global Health (UNU-IIGH).

Staff Consultant

Maya Li Preti

Maya Li Preti is a consultant with the Power and Accountability team at UNU-IIGH.

Staff Intern

Caslynn Priscyllia

Caslynn Priscyllia is a Communications Intern at the UNU-IIGH. 

Staff Intern

Laetitia Romer

Laetitia Römer is an intern under the Climate Justice and Determinants of Health workpackage at UNU-IIGH.

Blog Post 19 Jun 2025

Reflections from UNIDO: Contributing to the 2026 Industrial Development Report

PhD fellow Rafael de la Vega reflects on his six-month sabbatical at UNIDO, contributing to the 2026 Industrial Development Report (IDR).

Announcement 19 Jun 2025

UNU Macau AI Conference 2025 Proposal Submission Update

Our sincere gratitude to all those who submitted proposals for the UNU Macau AI Conference 2025.

Article 18 Jun 2025

The Quantum Leap and the Digital Backbone — The Future of Hybrid Computing

If we wait for quantum computing disruption before building governance around it, we will govern in crisis.

Multimedia 18 Jun 2025

Voices from the Symposium: Jashodhara Dasgupta

Reflections from the UNU-IIGH & Third World Network Symposium on private sector influence, accountability & equity in global health governance.

Multimedia 18 Jun 2025

Voices from the Symposium: Anna Marriott

Reflections from the UNU-IIGH & Third World Network Symposium on private sector influence, accountability & equity in global health governance.