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
Multimedia
What is systemic risk?
Riskepedia: What is systemic risk? UNU-EHS expert Edward Sparkes explains it in this #Riskepedia video!
Seminar
Organizing the public sector for improving the quality of digital public services
The research explores how ICT can enhance public service quality and citizen satisfaction and trust using a contingency theory based on 17 attributes.
Seminar
A Korean e-Government System Failure of an Unprecedented Scale in Nov. 2023: Outturn, Impact, and Lessons
The seminar discusses the impact and lessons of a major e-government system failure in Korea that caused public chaos and government response.
Event
“10 Years of EGOV: 2014-2024” with a Drawing and Painting Contest
The UNU-EGOV Art Challenge is a contest for Portuguese artists to create works inspired by the unit’s mission and the UN principles. The contest has prizes and an exhibition.
News
New European Research Area Policy Platform includes UNU-MERIT's Research Contributions
Last week, the European Commission launched its European Research Area Policy Platform.
News
In Memoriam: Heitor Gurgulino de Souza, Former United Nations University Rector
Born in São Lourenço, Brazil on 1 August 1928, Rector Gurgulino de Souza passed away on 18 November 2023.
Symposium
Accelerating Transformative Actions: The Role of the Private Sector in Sustainable Development
TOKYO: UNU and the Keio University xSDG Laboratory will co-host a symposium exploring how business leaders can take action to support sustainable development.
Lecture
Japan-ASEAN Bridges Event Series: A Financial Approach to Climate Risk
TOKYO: On 4 March 2024, UNU and the International Peace Foundation will co-host a lecture by Robert F. Engle III, Nobel Laureate in Economic Sciences.
News
In conversation with Liliana Narvaez: “Wetlands are our history and future”
Interview with Liliana Narvaez on her passion for wetlands and their role in climate change mitigation.
News
Regional Dialogue Shares Good Practices for National Biodiversity Plans
Representatives from South & East Asia exchanged experiences for revising & implementing national biodiversity strategies & action plans (NBSAPs).