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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Announcement 05 Jul 2023

UNU-IAS at HLPF 2023

UNU-IAS will be contributing to this year's HLPF through side events, expert presentations, and policy engagement.

News 05 Jul 2023

NEXtra Kickoff Propels Sustainable Solutions into Action!

UNU FLORES celebrated the official NEXtra Kickoff on Wednesday, 21st June 2023, at the Festive Hall of the Rectorate of TU Dresden.

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2023 HESI Global Forum

This special event at the 2023 HLPF will highlight the critical role of higher education in achieving sustainable development.

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Reshaping Our Future: Public Forum of the 9th IPSI Global Conference

The event will showcase youth initiatives that contribute to the sustainable development of socio-ecological production landscapes and seascapes.

News 04 Jul 2023

Empowering Design Science Research: Workshop at UNU-EGOV

UNU-EGOV hosted a workshop centered on Design Science Research (DSR).

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2023 Higher Education Sustainability Initiative Global Forum

The 2023 HESI Global Forum will highlight the critical role of higher education in achieving sustainable development.

Article 04 Jul 2023

Worried About AI? You Might Have AI-nxiety — Here’s How to Cope

As concerns grow about the recent, rapid growth of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology, here are tips to tame AI anxiety.

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Nexus Seminar Series N.69 – Why African Entrepreneurs are Global Leaders of Innovation for Sustainable Development, and what we can learn from them?

This talk discusses of African entrepreneurs in the off-grid energy sector and the types of complex business model innovations they have produced.

Staff Operations Manager

Huantian Lyu

Huantian Lyu is the Operations Manager of UNU Institute in Macau.

Staff Finance Assistant

Michelle Ho

Michelle HO Sut Meng has over 20 years of experience within the United Nations University system and is currently the Finance Assistant of UNU Institute in Macau.