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

Prosperity — topics on building a sustainable and fulfilling future

Peace and partnerships — topics on fostering peaceful, just, and inclusive societies

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Expert Research Intern

Project 21 Apr 2026

Foresight Review on Nature Positive Engineering

Together with a number of partners, and with Lloyd’s Register Foundation, we are developing a new Foresight Review on Nature Positive Engineering, aimed at exploring how engineering practices can protect, restore, and enhance natural ecosystems.

Project 21 Apr 2026

FUTURESILIENCE - EU Horizon Programme: Creating FUTUre societal RESILIENCE through innovative, science-based co-creation labs

Aims to strengthen European economic and social resilience through an enhanced ability to quickly respond to future crises.

Project 21 Apr 2026

InnovationGUIDE - Circular Economy Rural Innovation Ecosystem

Working with multi-stakeholders to develop a path and innovation guidance tool to promote rural innovation ecosystems in NL, Malta, Spain and Türkyie.

Project 21 Apr 2026

Horizon Europe Measuring Irregular Migration and Related Policies Project (MIrreM)

MIrreM examines estimates and statistical indicators on the irregular migrant population in Europe, including the regularisation of migrants.

Project 21 Apr 2026

Quantitative Evidence for R&I Policy

Provides indicators to supplement official statistics in monitoring research and innovation activities and their outputs across all EU Member States.

Staff

Abdul Manaf Zamsaimi

Mr. Zamsaimi Abdul Manaf serves as UNU Global Health’s official driver.

Project 21 Apr 2026

COST Action COST CliMent – Climate Change Impants on Mental Health in Europe

This COST European Action aims to maintain its individual and societal well-being amidst the challenges posed by climate change.

Project 21 Apr 2026

Regional Inclusive Biobased Entrepreneurship Solutions

The EU-funded RIBES project aims to develop governance and business models to propel these regions from stagnation to a circular economy, fostering innovation, sustainability, and rural development.

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Migration Seminar Series: Refugee Finance in the EU - The Implications for International Protection

Christopher Cowan on financial instruments for refugee integration and their implications for international protection.