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
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Maike Anna Clara Schlebusch
Maike Anna Clara Schlebusch
Conversation Series
Robotics and AI: The Future Today
On 10 May 2024, UNU will host a conversation with Prof. Giuseppe Loianno, Director of the Agile Robotics and Perception Lab at New York University.
Brief
Guidance note and checklist for tackling gender-related barriers to equitable COVID-19 vaccine deployment
Developed by the SDG3 Global Action Plan for Healthy Lives and Well-Being: Gender Equality Working Group, and the Gender and Health Hub (UNU-IIGH)
Event
Tackling gender-related barriers in COVID-19 vaccine delivery and uptake in LMICs
Gender barriers in health, rooted in various systems, hinder equitable COVID-19 vaccine access, requiring targeted actions to overcome them.
News
Female Empowerment in STEM Education Discussed at UNU Macau AI Conference
A panel discussion explored how to empower women in STEM education, especially in light of rapidly advancing AI technologies.
News
The UNU Macau AI Conference 2024: the Path towards AI For All
UNU Macau AI Conference 2024 took place in Macau SAR, China on April 25, as a contribution to the UN Summit of the Future.
Press Release
City of Richmond Hill Named the New Host of the United Nations University in Canada
The UN flag was raised in Richmond Hill in honour of the United Nations University.
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Dr. Vishwas Chitale
Dr. Vishwas Chitale specialises in climate change adaptation and resilience in the Global South.
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Prof. Tafadzwanashe Mabhaudhi
Prof. Tafadzwanashe Mabhaudhi is a globally recognised researcher, boundary spanner, and science advocate, working on complex water, energy, food, and environmental systems at the interface of science, policy, and society.
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Prof. Irena Frances Creed
Prof. Irena Frances Creed is a distinguished ecosystem scientist with wide-ranging research interests spanning planetary health, climate change, ecology, hydrology, biogeochemistry, sustainability, communities-at-risk, and the science-policy interface.