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.
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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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Report 21 Sep 2026

Self-Care Pathways to Financing Universal Health Coverage and Equitable Development

How investing in self-care can strengthen health systems, protect household finances and support equitable development.

Research Brief 21 Sep 2026

Financing Maternal Health Self-Care: Benefits for Health Systems and Households

How supported self-care can improve maternal health, protect household finances and strengthen health-system investment.

Research Brief 21 Sep 2026

Cardiovascular Self-Care: Pathways to Equitable Health, Financial Protection and Economic Returns

How cardiovascular self-care can ease pressure on health systems while improving financial security and productivity.

News 21 Sep 2026

UNU-INWEH Director Kaveh Madani Named to The Independent’s 2026 Climate 100

The Independent recognizes Kaveh Madani among 100 global leaders making a significant difference in addressing climate and environmental challenges

News 19 Sep 2026

UNU-EGOV at EGOV2026 Conference in Athens, Greece

Demetrios Sarantis, Lead Research Analyst at UNU-EGOV, presented a paper co-authored with Delfina Soares, Deniz Susar and Vincenzo Aquaro.

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Can Global Value Chains Drive Inclusive Development? The Asian Development Policy Report 2026

UNU-MERIT hosts the launch of the Asian Development Policy Report 2026 with a presentation of its key findings followed by a panel discussion on the future of global value chains and inclusive development.

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