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
Conference
14th Global RCE Conference
OKAYAMA & ONLINE: Celebrating 20 years of impact and innovation by the Regional Centres of Expertise on Education for Sustainable Development.
Event
International Mother Language Day 2025 Commemorative Event
TOKYO: On 21 February 2025, UNU will co-host an event to celebrate the role of language preservation in creating more peaceful, sustainable societies.
Person
Nicole Goldin
Dr. Nicole Goldin is Head of Equitable Development at United Nations University Centre for Policy Research (UNU-CPR).
News
Aging Infrastructure, Climate Change, and Political Instability Fueled Catastrophic Dam Collapse in Libya
UN University scientists call for a ‘holistic healthcare approach’ to ensure infrastructure resilience
Article
Who Is Responsible for Workplace Injuries in the New and Dynamic Frontier of AI?
The history of industrial revolutions has shown that technology can create prosperity — but only if balanced with worker protections.
Event
SCIENCE TALK: Leveraging Differential Impact Analysis (DIA) in Water and WASH Research
Role for Equitable and Effective WASH Interventions
News
Dresden International Forum 2025 to Coincide with Dresden Nexus Conference
From Conflicts to Cooperation: The Resource Nexus as a Pathway to Peace and Prosperity in Africa
Expert
Dr. Maria Bernadet Karina Dewi
Dr. Dewi is interested in enhancing the early warning systems through an integration of vulnerability and exposure components in multiple sectors, and in optimizing impact-based early warning in reducing disaster losses. Dr. Dewi is currently working on a project in co-developing an actionable impact-based early-warning systems in the IGAD region.
Expert
Greta Dekker
Greta Dekker is a researcher at UNU-EHS, where she works in the VARMAP division. She is particularly interested in conceptual risk modelling and the development of climate adaptation pathways, with a strong focus on engaging the private sector in building resilience to extreme weather events. Her research examines climate risk perception among different actor groups, the role of public-private partnerships in advancing nature-based solutions, and the co-creation of transdisciplinary adaptation strategies that align business interests with sustainability goals.
Report
11th MACIMIDE Annual Work Conference: Conference Report 2024
Read the 11th MACIMIDE Annual Work Conference report, where researchers and experts discussed critical issues in migration, mobility, and development.