Research Topics

Research and academic activities aligned with every Sustainable Development Goal

Topics Header Photo
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

Showing 11-20 of 9881 results

Media Coverage 01 Sep 2026

UN Expert Featured in Mongabay Article on Food Security and COP 17

UNU-EHS Expert Alejandra Ramos Galvez was featured in a Mongabay article on food security and COP 17.

Press Release 01 Sep 2026

Prof. Daniel Karthe Assumes Role as Director of UNU Resource Nexus

Environmental scientist and former Deputy Director takes the helm of UNU Resource Nexus, succeeding Prof. Edeltraud Guenther.

Journal Article 01 Sep 2026

Institutional readiness for payments for ecosystem services: Stakeholder perspectives from Sri Lanka

This publication was released as part of the UNU Resource Nexus Focus Area Resilient Food, Forest and Ecosystems.

Article 31 Aug 2026

The Rise of Performance Intelligence

An organization's quality of people-machine integration will increasingly be a competitive advantage.

Seminar -

Migration Seminar Series: Migration, Remittances and Capabilities in the Global South: Exploring the India-Nepal Corridor through Aspiration and Capability Perspectives

Dr. Mandeep Grewal on migration, remittances, and livelihood opportunities along the India-Nepal migration corridor.

Event -

Science Talk: Digital Tools for Weeds and Invasive Plants

AI-Powered Tools for Smarter Weed Management