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
News
UNU Macau exchanged experiences with delegations from two Chinese universities
Professors from Beijing Foreign Studies University and Wuhan University paid visits to UNU Macau and discussed opportunities for future collaboration.
Project
Assessment and Recommendation for a National and Regional Digital Service Act
Enhance Western Asia's digital service regulation and user safety by benchmarking against the EU's DSA and other global standards, aiming for unified legislative improvements.
Lecture
Sustainable Cities and Structural Transformation in Africa in the Twenty-first Century
On 9 November 2023, UNU-WIDER and the African Cities Research Consortium will host a lecture by Dr. Arkebe Oqubay.
Collection
The Hidden Environmental Cost of Cryptocurrency: How Bitcoin Mining Impacts Climate, Water and Land
An assessment of environmental impact of BTC mining
News
Risk tipping points pose new and increased threats
Can you imagine a world in which we can no longer rely on the availability of groundwater?
Seminar
Afghan Diaspora Remittances: A Lifeline for Families
ONLINE: On 8 November 2023, UNU-MERIT will host a webinar presented by researcher Nasrat Sayed.
Media Coverage
The Benefits of Urban Gardens for Communities and Biodiversity
Japan Today published an op-ed by our expert Juan Pastor-Ivars on the multiple benefits of urban nature.
News
New Direction for Equity and Inclusion in Higher Education
UNU-IAS co-organised ProSPER.Net Sustainability Forum as part of the UN Weeks at Sophia University.
Event
Local Action for Global Progress: Empowering Communities to Achieve the SDGs
KANAZAWA: This event will discuss approaches for empowering communities and scaling up knowledge and action to accelerate global progress.
Announcement
Next Course: “Flow Cytometry from Conventional to Full Spectrum”, November 2023
We are glad to announce the course “Flow Cytometry from Conventional to Full Spectrum”.