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
Media Coverage
Insuring the Uninsurable: UNU-EHS Researcher Featured in BBC Programme on Climate Change and Insurance
UNU-EHS Senior Researcher and climate insurance expert, Sinja Buri, interviewed by BBC World New's Business Daily programme on parametric insurance.
Symposium
Strengthening Global Health Governance: Defending the Public Interest and Holding Powerful Private Actors Accountable
The event explores the influence of powerful private actors in global health and discusses ways to enhance accountability and protect public interest.
Blog Post
Pivoting development for a new era
Leaders face diminishing levels of foreign aid. Here’s three ways they (and their partners) can look to adapt.
News
Next Conference: “Molecular Biosystems Conference on Eukaryotic Gene Regulation & Functional Genomics”, September 2025
Apply for a participation grant for the conference coordinated by Dr. Luis Larrondo in Puerto Varas, Chile
Expert
Christopher Fairless
Christopher Fairless
Expert
Anh Tuyet Tran
Anh Tuyet Tran
Seminar
Migration Seminar Series: Safeguarding (Digital) Cultural Heritage in Crises: Connecting Palestinians Beyond Borders and Forced Separation
Safeguarding Digital Cultural Heritage in Crises—understanding how tech protects and threatens Palestinian heritage amid conflict and displacement.
News
Pre-Dresden Nexus Conference Side Event: Measuring Urban Water Security
A hands-on training with WATSAT
Symposium
SDG–UP Public Symposium
TOKYO & ONLINE: On 27 March 2025, UNU-IAS will host a symposium to discuss sustainability initiatives by members of the UNU-SDG Universities Platform.
Seminar
Online Q&A Session on UNU-MERIT's MSc Programme
ONLINE: On 3 April, UNU-MERIT will host a Q&A session for prospective students interested in their MSc in Public Policy and Human Development (MPP).