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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News 05 Apr 2025

UNU-INRA undertakes high-level reconnaissance mission to Zimbabwe

The UNU-INRA team and Board Chair undertake a mission to Zimbabwe to assess the feasibility of establishing a sixth operating unit.

Expert Media and Journalism Fellow, Sustainability and Climate

Shooka Bidarian

Ms. Shooka Bidarian is a sustainability and climate expert with over 10 years of experience at the intersection of environmental storytelling, media strategy, and climate justice. 

Expert Capacity Development Specialist

Narges Saffar

Ms. Narges Saffar is an environmental specialist with over 20 years of experience in environmental policy, sustainability, and international cooperation.  

Collection 05 Apr 2025

Implementing the IDAWM Framework to Enhance Agricultural Water Management in the African Union

Implementing the IDAWM Framework to Enhance Agricultural Water Management in the African Union

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News 05 Apr 2025

Extension of Open Call deadline and important announcement for applicants

Announcement Regarding the 2025 Call for Proposals for Academic Activities: Extension of deadline and suspension of the September Open Call

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Global governance innovation alliance workshop

Collecting the insights of global alliances to inform the design of new multilateral mechanisms and address a range of challenges.

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A survey of designs for a new global sovereign debt mechanism

Strengthening the global debt architecture: design options for a more predictable, equitable and reliable system

Expert Research Fellow, Water and Public Health in Conflict Zones

Dr. Reem Abu-Shomar

Dr. Reem Abu Shomar is a water and public health expert specializing in water safety, antimicrobial resistance (AMR), and Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) in conflict-affected settings.