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
The World Needs an International Decade for Data
The Global Digital Compact, to be agreed at the Summit of the Future, presents an opportunity to expand the benefits of data for all.
News
UNU-IAS Director Calls for Women's Participation in Building Climate Resilience
Prof. Shinobu Yume Yamaguchi discussed gender-related impacts of climate change at the Moral Money Summit organized by the Financial Times and Nikkei.
Article
AI And The Law – Navigating The Future Together
AI has the potential to enhance legal systems to be more equitable, efficient and accessible, but there are ethical concerns and obstacles.
Project
UNU-EGOV Networking and Capacity Building Laboratory
This research line is part of the INOV.EGOV Project (RL4)
Project
Citizen and Community Centred Digital Governance
This research line is part of the INOV.EGOV Project (RL3)
Project
Harnessing Frontier Technologies for Smart Governance
This research line is part of the INOV.EGOV Project (RL2)
Project
Digital Governance Strategies in a Complex World
This research line is part of the INOV.EGOV Project (RL1)
News
Workshop Empowers Educators to Safeguard Intangible Cultural Heritage
Schoolteachers in Lao People’s Democratic Republic learned to use digital technology to transfer traditional skills and knowledge.
Report
Disinformation and Peacebuilding in Sub-Saharan Africa
Security Implications of AI-Altered Information Environments.
Lecture
Balancing Free Trade with Societal Values
On 25 March, UNU-MERIT will host a lecture by Denise Prévost, Associate Professor of International Economic Law, Maastricht University.