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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Person

Article 21 Apr 2026

Learning Matters: Navigating the First Funding Cycle for Responding to Loss and Damage

Loss and Damage Fund launches first cycle: how countries access funding, build climate data systems, and act under Barbados Implementation Modalities.

Research Fellow Research Fellow

Project 21 Apr 2026

Global Challenges & Human Wellbeing

The project explores the multifaceted impacts of global challenges on well-being in high income economic and democratic countries.

Expert Research Intern

Project 21 Apr 2026

Foresight Review on Nature Positive Engineering

Together with a number of partners, and with Lloyd’s Register Foundation, we are developing a new Foresight Review on Nature Positive Engineering, aimed at exploring how engineering practices can protect, restore, and enhance natural ecosystems.