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
Blog Post
How UN80 Can Reform the UN for a Volatile, Uncertain World
As crises multiply, can UN80 offer a blueprint for a more adaptive, integrated and future-ready United Nations?
Media Coverage
Beyond Rating Accuracy: Governing the Production of Credit Judgement
In Global Policy, Daniel Cash explores why governing credit judgement may matter more than rating accuracy.
News
Mapping Mosquito Resistance for Decision Making
Fátima Vásquez is mapping the resistance to insecticides both in the genome and in Paraguay for better, more sustainable decisions on Dengue control
Article
5 Core Concepts of the Global Goal on Adaptation
What does successful climate change adaptation look like? The Global Goal on Adaptation aims to help countries find answers.
Event
Science Talk: Environmental Controls on the Conversion of Nutrients to Chlorophyll in Global Lakes
Global patterns of lake productivity
Event
UNESCO Chair Special Session at the III LALICS Master's Academy 2026
Call for Master's students to join the UNESCO Chair special session at the III LALICS Master's Academy 2026.
Sustainable Development
Global Change and Planetary Boundaries
An in-depth look at selected SDGs and UN efforts to achieve them, with a focus on Planet, Prosperity and Partnership.
Sustainable Development
The UN System and Sustainable Development
An in-depth look at selected SDGs and UN efforts to achieve them, with a focus on People, Prosperity, Peace and Partnership.
Policy Brief
International Inequality and Post-Quantum Cryptography
What happens when quantum computers can break today's encryption?
Multimedia
Episode 12: The Future of UN Peace Operations, Part 1 – Peace Operations at an Inflection Point
Multilateralism UNpacked