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
Expert
Luying Wang
Ms. Luying Wang’s expertise encompasses environmental policy, economic appraisal and valuation, communication, knowledge management, and data-driven policy support.
News
Maricary Sifontes is Constructing Efficient Delivery Systems for Gene Therapy
Designed In-silico, the new peptides traveled from Cuba to Brazil for testing
News
UN Report Warns: International Food Trade Diverts the World's Water Resources Towards Wealthier Nations
A UN University study finds that global agricultural trade eases scarcity for high-income populations while making water more scarce for the poor.
Collection
Water Inequity in Global Agricultural Trade
An insight into how agricultural trade influences global water use, inequality, and inequity, and what it means for the world's most vulnerable.
Event
Exhibition: “Conciencia” by Ciro Palomino
Peruvian artist Ciro Palomino’s exhibition "Conciencia" uses powerful imagery to spark reflection on global challenges and the SDGs.
Seminar
Harnessing AI for Smarter, Sustainable University Management
ONLINE: This webinar will discuss the role of AI in university management and administration, including functions and the use of AI agents.
Blog Post
Fighting Corruption from Home: How Multinational Firms Learn to Navigate Corrupt Markets
What happens when companies experience corruption abroad? Do they learn to resist it—or to hide it better?
Training
United Nations University Program on Digital Technology and Sustainable Development
The UNU-DTSD Program is designed for young scholars currently enrolled in higher education institutions or in early career research positions.
Article
How the PhD Summer School on the Economics of the Twin Transitions is Shaping the Future of Innovation Policy
PhD Summer School trains young researchers with theory and tools to design innovation policies for Europe’s green and digital transitions.
Article
The Concern Around Saying AI ‘Hallucinates’
To build and integrate artificial intelligence into our society responsibly, we must speak about it with precision.