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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 Research Fellow and Academic Associate

Dr. Anupam Khajuria

Dr. Anupam Khajuria is a Research Fellow and Academic Associate with the Innovation and Education Programme at UNU-IAS. 

Lecture -

How to Measure Innovation Using Different Indicators and Inform Policy

ONLINE & MAASTRICHT: On 28 February 2024, UNU-MERIT will host a lecture by senior researcher Hugo Hollanders.

Blog Post 07 Feb 2024

Navigating Latest Trends in AI Ethics

Insights from keynote speakers shed light on the current trends in AI ethics, spanning philosophical, legal, and business perspectives.

News 07 Feb 2024

Ace your MPP application: Tips and tricks from our Admissions Office

A short overview of the application process and some helpful tips to support anyone who’s thinking about applying for the September 2024 intake.

Media Coverage 05 Feb 2024

UNU-IAS Expert Comments on Learning from Indigenous Communities to Achieve the SDGs

Several newspapers featured comments by Suneetha Subramanian on how movies can introduce the culture of ethnic minorities to a broader audience.

Announcement 05 Feb 2024

News 05 Feb 2024

UNU-FLORES Joint Excellence Cluster Proposal Proceeds to the Next Round

UNU-FLORES celebrates a significant achievement have successfully advanced to the next round.

Staff Programme Asssociate

Zaira Malik

Zaira Malik is a Programme Associate for the Postgraduate Degree and Training Programme.        

News 01 Feb 2024

UNU-FLORES’ research-based support of the SDGs

The manifold ways in which international cooperation has strong knock-on effects on all SDGs.

News 01 Feb 2024

How four UNU-MERIT PhD Alumni Redefined ‘Research Stay’ in Ghana

Four UNU-MERIT alumni created a three-week summer school on Public Policy Analysis and Evaluation at Ghana’s UENR.