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
Project
Extended Cost-Benefit Analysis for Sustainable Green Transformation Programmes of Small and Medium Enterprises in South Asian Developing Countries.
This study examines green transformation in SMEs, identifying barriers, preferences, and effective policies for sustainable economies in South Asia.
Project
Nexus Approaches to battery waste management for sustainable e-mobility transition: insights from Germany (NABATE)
The NABATE project analyzes end-of-life EV batteries in Germany, assessing waste streams, regulations, and recycling solutions for Korean stakeholders.
Project
The Nexus Observatory – Data, Monitoring, and Governance
The Nexus Observatory provides an online platform to translate scientific knowledge into actionable insights for decision-makers in resource management.
Project
Mangrove Restoration Solutions based on Resource Nexus, Ecosystem Services and Community Interaction in Myanmar
The project in Myanmar examines mangrove deterioration causes, involves actors in restoration, and aims for sustainable coastal ecosystem outcomes.
Project
Interim Dresden Nexus Conference 2023 (DNCi 2023): A reality check at the regional level – The Implications of the CBD-COP15 for Saxony
The CBD-COP 15 outcomes aim at biodiversity preservation, with EU regulations supporting nature restoration. DNCi 2023 discusses regional implications.
Project
NewCityConcepts: A Model for Sustainable Urban Development
The project establishes a real-world lab for urban development in Hoyerswerda, aiming to be a model for structural transformation in the Lausitz region.
Workshop
Post-Mining Landscape Restoration Hands-On Workshop
GLI and UNU-FLORES organize a 4-day workshop on post-mining land restoration in Dresden, Germany, featuring classroom sessions, field trips, and expert insights.
Seminar
Nexus Seminar Series N.73 – Navigating the Nexus: Empowering States and Communities toward Inclusive [Gender-Sensitive] Water and Climate Solutions
Exploring the water-gender-climate nexus, we'll examine how addressing water disparities empowers women, fostering inclusive development and resilience.
Project
Resilience and Resource Nexus in Food Systems: Case of Tea and Wheat Subsectors in Tanzania
The project investigates how geopolitical tensions and resource availability influence food system resilience in Tanzania to bolster food security strategies.
Event
SCIENCE TALK: Environmental Predictions for Water Sustainability
The development of next-generation solutions to predict water futures