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Research and academic activities aligned with every Sustainable Development Goal

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Report 21 May 2024

New UN Research Reveals Impact of AI And Cybersecurity on Women, Peace and Security in South-East Asia

Research by UN Women and UNU Macau explores the connections between AI, digital security and the women, peace and security agenda in South-East Asia

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COVID-19 and the Informal Economy

ONLINE: On 30 May, UNU-WIDER will co-host a webinar to launch the book COVID-19 and Informal Economy.

Person Fellow (Non-Resident)

Sophia Dawkins

Sophia Dawkins is a Fellow (Non-Resident) supporting UNU-CPR's Conflict Prevention and Sustaining Peace research pillar.

Blog Post 21 May 2024

A molecular look at bees' gut may show the way to stop their decline in Latin America

A survey of colony losses across Latin America gives reasons for alarm, but understanding gut microbiomes presents a way forward.

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Development of Digital Government at the subnational level: measurement experiences from Latin America

Seminar on subnational digital governance in Latin America and benchmarking measurement tools.

Person Communication & External Relations Officer

Qian Dai

Qian Dai is the Communication and External Relations Officer of UNU Institute in Macau.

Non-degree Non-degree; Credited

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Redefining Multilateralism

Shaping the future of global governance. A virtual dialogue with Foreign Policy magazine.

Staff Programme Assistant

Ikuyo Kaseda

Ikuyo Kaseda is a Programme Assistant for the Biodiversity and Society Programme.

News 17 May 2024

Seminar Shares Insights on Integrating Landscape Approaches into National Biodiversity Strategies

The event featured expert presentations on applying landscape approaches for biodiversity conservation, sustainable use of resources, and equity.