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
Announcement
Next Course: “Microbial Genomics for One Health”, September 2024.
Apply for a scholarship to participate in the course coordinated by Dr. Marisa Farber at IABIMO, (INTA-CONICET) in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Event
Webinar: Origins and implications of the current wave of automation technologies
The UNU-MERIT's UNESCO Chair is glad to announce the second edition of its webinar series on ''Science, Technology and Innovation Policies for Sustainable Development in Latin America'' (STI-LAC Webinars).
Media Coverage
Agreement between UNU-IAS and AEON Environmental Foundation Featured in Japanese Media
The new agreement will strengthen collaboration for sustainability through joint research and capacity development.
Event
UNU Generative AI Series | Generative AI and Diplomacy: What’s Beyond?
This webinar explores how the rapid advancement of GenAI is transforming diplomatic processes and what this means for the future of global diplomacy.
Blog Post
AI as a Catalyst for Sustainable Progress: Ensuring Information Integrity
This blog examines how information integrity impacts SDGs with data-driven analysis and policy recommendations for global development and cooperation.
Non-degree
Net Zero 101: What, Why and How
A free online course on the basics of climate science and net zero.
Announcement
UNU-IAS Launches E-learning Course on Net Zero
The free course introduces key concepts of climate science and practical steps that individuals can take for climate action.
Event
SCIENCE TALK:Learning from Traditional Knowledge for a Sustainable Future in Water
Indigenous knowledge and ancestral practices related to water resource management.
Announcement
Next Course: “Metabarcoding and Shotgun Metagenomics: applications for Environmental, Agricultural and Health Research”, November 2024.
Apply for a scholarship to participate in the course coordinated by Dr. Juan Pablo Cárdenas at Universidad Mayor (Santiago, Chile).
Expert
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