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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Press Release 01 Nov 2023

Rethinking Quality: UNU-convened Experts Challenge the Harmful Influence of Global University Rankings

An important statement by an Independent Expert Group is now available, addressing the challenges associated with global university rankings.

News 31 Oct 2023

Announcement 31 Oct 2023

New e-Learning Course: Human Mobility in the Context of Climate Change

This free online course will explore forms of climate-related human (im)mobility, each with different implications for policy and impacts on people.

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FAST Annual Stakeholder Convening 2023

Sharing knowledge and practices to help eradicate modern slavery.

News 31 Oct 2023

Senior UNU-CPR Data Scientist Appointed Research Lead for New UN Advisory Body on AI

The role will involve identifying opportunities and governance solutions as the Body works towards a final advisory report in 2024.

Staff Administrative Assistant.

Ana Delgado León

Gabriela Delgado is The Administrative Assistant of UNU-BIOLAC.

Staff Communications Assistant.

Alejandro Figueroa Mendoza

Alejandro Figueroa is a Communications Assistant of UNU-BIOLAC.

Staff Logistic Assistant.

Clara Fanega Rosas

Clara Fanega Rosas is The Logistic Assistant of UNU-BIOLAC.

Staff Senior Assistant to the Coordinator.

Andreina Jota Caraballo

Andreina Sofia Jota Caraballo is a Senior Assistant to the Coordinator at UNU-BIOLAC.

Advisory Committee Member UNU-BIOLAC Cocoa Germplasm Maintenance and Improvement.

Dr. Lambert A. Motilal

Dr. Lambert A. MOTILAL