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
Series
UNU-INRA Publications
UNU-INRA Publications
Person
Person
Channing Arndt
Channing Arndt is s Senior Research Fellow at UNU-WIDER with 25 years of experience in development economics.
Person
Wisdom Akpalu
Wisdom Akpalu is a UNU-WIDER Research Fellow, performing research collaboration with the University of Ghana, Accra.
Media Coverage
Capacity Development for Realizing Sustainability
UNU-IAS Director Dr. Kazuhiko Takemoto was interviewed by the Yomiuri Shimbun newspaper.
Event
Atoll Island States and International Law — Climate Change Displacement and Sovereignty
The book launch and seminar will explore multidisciplinary legal and engineering perspectives on atolls and their vulnerability to sea-level rise.
Project
WIDER Development Conferences
By bringing together researchers and policy makers from across the world, UNU-WIDER's Development Conferences promote research and policy analysis.
Project
Research Communication
This Project aims to make UNU-WIDER's research readily available to stakeholders and audiences in a form they can use.
Project
Academic Excellence
The Academic Excellence initiative at UNU-WIDER supports researchers from developing countries to promote their work and ideas to a global network of academics and policy makers.
Report
Annual Report 2013
In 2013, UNU-CRIS aligned with a new strategic vision and initiated a major performance assessment while strengthening global academic partnerships.