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.
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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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News 01 Aug 2025

UNU-EGOV Co-Organized a Workshop on Inclusive and Responsible AI in Cities at WSIS+20 Forum

The session was building on the recent Global Assessment of Responsible Cities conducted in collaboration with UN-HABITAT

News 01 Aug 2025

Training Workshop for Young Women in Clean Agritech Solutions

“Renewable Energy Integration into Agritech Design for Climate-Smart Solutions"

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SCIENCE TALK: Towards Fair and Effective Adaptation

Developing Inclusive Climate Indicators for the Global Goal for Adaptation

Feature 31 Jul 2025

Ines Sananez learnt to apply deep genomic analysis to conservation biology

Next Generation Sequencing is here, and Inés Sananez trains to better study parasites and their interactions with endangered species

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A Discussion on Art for Environmental Justice at Mbare Art Space in Harare

Unlocking the power of art to fight consumerism, inequity and pollution.

Announcement 31 Jul 2025

Full Paper Submission Deadline Extension & Poster Proposal Update

Full Paper Submission Deadline Extended to August 18

News 31 Jul 2025

Unlocking the Power of Art for Environmental Justice in Harare

UNU-INWEH and the Embassy of Canada to Zimbabwe convened a discussion at the Mbare Art Space to address sustainability through culture

Article 30 Jul 2025

5 Insights into Urban Labs

Discover how Urban Labs drive inclusive, local solutions for city challenges through trust, co-creation and climate-focused innovation.

Article 30 Jul 2025

Sharing expertise on sustainable resource management in China

2025 International Summer School in Lanzhou and field visits in Dunhuang

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SCIENCE TALK: Nanoplastics in our Environment

Small Particles with Big Challenges