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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Series 24 Apr 2025

Management Team

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Media Coverage 23 Apr 2025

Ensuring Climate Resilience of Small Islands in Indonesia

An op-ed by UNU-IAS expert Martiwi Diah Setiawati calls for stronger enforcement of environmental laws to protect Pari Island in Indonesia.

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Nature, Culture, and Community: Rethinking Urban Connections from Kanazawa

KANAZAWA, JAPAN: This symposium will explore innovative approaches for regenerating urban ecosystems while safeguarding and celebrating cultural heritage.

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Shielding the few and perpetrating the pattern for the many: interaction of gender discrimination and status in predicting promotion

MAASTRICHT & ONLINE: Our UNU-MERIT Seminar Series team is pleased to announce our upcoming research seminar featuring Giulio Marini, a Senior Assistant Professor at the University of Catania, Italy.

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Government Workers and the Expectation of Public Service/s Delivery Transformation through Data Use: The Promise and the Practices

Seminar on exploring how data work culture shapes public service transformation in local governments through real-world practices and expectations.

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On-line training on science, technology and innovation policy and policy instruments for Africa

UN-IATT Work Stream 6 on Capacity-Building in STI for SDGs will organise three online training sessions on 19, 21 and 26 May 2025 to enhance STI policy-making for SDGs, targeting African stakeholders and open to global participants.

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Pandemics and Human Security Threats: Challenges and Opportunities in Global Health

TOKYO & ONLINE: On 8 May 2025, UNU will host a BIG IDEAS Dialogue with Susan Brown, Director of the Bureau for External Relations and Advocacy of UNDP.

Project 23 Apr 2025

Assembly for peace

Raising awareness about the pivotal role the General Assembly could play in the maintenance of peace and security.