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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Reviewing Papers for ICEGOV | Online Seminar

Reviewing ICEGOV submissions: guidance on evaluating academic and practice-based papers, with a focus on reviewing non-academic contributions.

Series 15 May 2025

PhD Graduates

Discover our PhD Alumni.

Expert JSPS-UNU Postdoctoral Fellow

Dr. Chethika Gunasiri Wadumestrige Dona

Chethika Gunasiri Wadumestrige Dona is a JSPS Postdoctoral Research Fellow jointly affiliated with UNU-IAS and the University of Tokyo.

Person Senior Fellow

Thomas Biersteker

Dr. Thomas Biersteker is Senior Fellow at the United Nations University Centre for Policy Research.

Article 14 May 2025

Honouring a Legacy of Social Justice: The Michael Cichon Graduate Award in Social Protection

UNU-MERIT is proud to announce the launch of the Michael Cichon Graduate Award, a new initiative to honour the legacy of Professor Michael Cichon.