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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Project 19 Jan 2038

Flexible Office: Concept for Resource Optimisation (FLORES)

This project at UNU FLORES seeks to make a significant shift from fixed desks assigned to each employee to spaces designed according to functions and needs

Multimedia 29 Dec 2025

Video: UNU-INRA, WASCAL LANDSURF Dissemination Workshop.

An interview with INRA researcher, Barbara Baidoo during dissemination workshop.

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Learning from the Global Majority: A New Global AI Governance

A workshop bringing together global voices to shape inclusive, sustainable, and responsible AI governance.

News 03 Jul 2025

MENA Digital Governance Training with IsDB

UNU-EGOV and IsDB delivered a 5-day digital governance training for MENA region experts, covering transformation strategies and inclusion policies.

News 03 Jul 2025

Welcome to the Summer 2025 Edition of COLLECTIVE, the UNU Macau Newsletter

We’re thrilled to share with you the Summer 2025 Edition of COLLECTIVE, the official newsletter of UNU Macau

News 03 Jul 2025

WWF-Hong Kong and UNU Macau Join Forces to Drive Conservation and Sustainable Development through Digital Technologies

WWF-Hong Kong (WWF) and the United Nations University Institute in Macau (UNU Macau) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).

Report 03 Jul 2025

Foundations for a Multilateral Sovereign Debt Mechanism

Global efforts and recent momentum to address shortcomings in the sovereign debt restructuring regime.

Expert Programme Officer

Dr. Naoyuki Sahle Okano

Dr. Naoyuki Okano is a Programme Officer in the Governance for Climate Change and Sustainable Development (GCSD) programme.   

Media Coverage 03 Jul 2025

International Development Journal Features UNU-IAS

A Japanese journal reporting on international cooperation and development featured UNU-IAS research activities and postgraduate education.

Article 02 Jul 2025

Building Digital Infrastructure Through Open Source and Its Possibilities

Open source technologies provide a strong base for crafting a digital future that belongs to everyone.