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

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

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UNU Council Member UNU Council Member; Raffles Professor of Social Sciences, National University of Singapore

Prof. Brenda Yeoh

Professor Brenda S.A. Yeoh is a Singaporean scholar and expert in the fields of migration, social geography, and the politics of space in colonial and post-colonial cities.

Expert Junior Research Fellow

Bavo Stevens

Bavo Stevens was a Junior Research Fellow at the UNU Institute on Globalization, Culture and Mobility (UNU-GCM).

Article 20 Jul 2026

Gender-responsive and -transformative interventions in HIV, TB and malaria programmes: a review of evidence

A review highlighting approaches, promising practices, lessons learned for designing and implementing more effective gender-focused interventions.

Book 02 Jul 2026

EU Science Diplomacy in the Middle East: A Comparative Study of Jordan, Israel, and Saudi Arabia

This book examines the practices of science diplomacy in the Middle East by the European Union and local perceptions.

Article 17 Jul 2026

Preparing for the Future: Former State Minister Strengthens UNU Resource Nexus Capacity in Scenario Planning Extreme

Intensive workshop equips participants with practical foresight processes and tools to navigate the uncertainty of extreme future scenarios.

Expert Research Assistant

Brianna Marie Hansen

Brianna Hansen is a Research Assistant at UNU Resource Nexus working on responsible electronics in the climate change era. 

News 17 Jul 2026

Webinar: Understanding Climate Risk: Lessons from Recent Accra Floods

Fidelity Bank Ghana's Partnerships, Sustainability & CSR Unit and UNU-INRA organise webinar as part of recent partnership agreement.

News 17 Jul 2026

From Science to Impact: UNU Paris Contributes to the Launch of the IDSSD Global Report at UNESCO

UNU Paris joined the launch of the IDSSD Global Report at UNESCO, highlighting science's role in advancing sustainable development.

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Greening Education Partnership Quarterly Working Group Meeting

ONLINE: The meeting will share important updates on the Greening Education Partnership and networking opportunities for working group members.