Research Topics

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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News 27 Dec 2024

UNU-INRA, WASCAL LANDSURF Dissemination Workshop

UNU-INRA organises workshop to disseminate LANDSURF project’s key findings and build technical capacity on DSS application

News 27 Dec 2024

UNU-INRA awards grants to 10 young Agritech Innovators in Ghana

10 young agritech innovators from across Ghana receive $7400 grants, to scale up their innovations aimed at helping smallholder farmers.

Multimedia 26 Dec 2024

Video Testimonial: FOREST OKYEMAN Project

Comfort Adibu, CREMA leader, shares her experience from FOREST Okyeman Project's capacity building workshops.

Article 25 Dec 2024

UNU-IIGH Fellowships

Fellowships are offered for a period of one-year, renewable based on a continued programme of work.

Article 25 Dec 2024

UNU-IIGH Internships

The Internship Programme offers an immersive opportunity for students and early-career professionals to gain hands-on experience in global health.

Multimedia 24 Dec 2024

BBC News Interview: COP 29 and Climate Finance

INRA researcher, Dr. Ferdinand Tornyie shares some insights on the Importance of Climate Finance.

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Nexus Seminar N.81: Reframing Sustainability through the Lens of Socioecological Debt

Prof. Ramutsindela's Nexus Seminar session to explore reframing sustainability through the lens of socioecological debt.

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Planning for an Uncertain Future: Environmental Planning Strategies in Habitat Adaptation and Energy Transition

TOKYO & ONLINE: On 18 Jan. 2025, UNU will host a BIG IDEAS Dialogue with Dr. Christina von Haaren, professor emerita at Leibniz University Hannover.

Article 23 Dec 2024

China Has Banned US Exports of Key Minerals for Computer Chips – Leaving Washington with Limited Options

China's export ban on gallium and germanium poses significant challenges to global supply chains, impacting technology, renewable energy, and defence.