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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Article 16 Apr 2025

Know the Expert "Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi" - April

Read this interview with Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi to learn how Nigeria’s digital chief sees ICEGOV 2025 as a game-changer for Africa’s digital future.

Expert Doctoral Researcher

Shashwat Sharma

Shashwat Sharma is part of the Joint PhD Programme of UNU-FLORES and TU Dresden

Expert Doctoral Researcher

Batchimeg Enkhbat

Batchimeg Enkhbat is part of the Joint PhD Programme of UNU-FLORES and TU Dresden. 

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80th Remembrance of Hiroshima and Nagasaki — The Imperative of Global Unity: How to Renew Multilateralism in a Fragmented World

On 15 May 2025, UNU will co-host a symposium exploring paths towards multilateral cooperation to ensure a peaceful and equitable future for all.

Article 16 Apr 2025

Building Stronger Migration Management: UNU-MERIT implements migration training for Gambian Civil Servants

UNU-MERIT recently concluded a training for senior Gambian civil servants, focused on enhancing national capacity for effective migration governance.

Expert Associate Research Professor, Health, Humanitarian and Disaster Response

Dr. Osama Ali Maher

Dr. Osama Ali Maher is a public health expert and a dedicated advocate for communities in crisis.

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EPRM Webinar

Join us for the EPRM Webinar on May 7th at 13:00 CEST

News 14 Apr 2025

UN Report Analyses How Deep Change Helps to Create Lasting Transformation

The new Interconnected Disaster Risks report urges deep change by challenging assumptions and structures behind today’s global risks and crises.

Media Coverage 14 Apr 2025

New Interconnected Disaster Risks 2025 Report Launched and Featured Across International Media

The new Interconnected Disaster Risks report is officially out, receiving international media attention.

News 11 Apr 2025

UNU-FLORES Doctoral Researchers in Conversation with Policy and Decision Makers  

Doctoral researchers take center stage in high-level policy dialogue with policymakers and stakeholders, anchored in the Resource Nexus approach.