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.
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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 03 Jun 2022

Policy Brief Provides Recommendations on Budgeting for the SDGs

A new UNU-IAS policy brief provides guidance to policymakers on strengthening the integration of the SDGs into national and local budgets.

Article 01 Jun 2022

Why We Need to Centre Equality in the Implementation of the Global Compact on Migration

UN Member States need to better understand the drivers of inequality and how they intersect with migration decisions, opportunities, and outcomes.

News 31 May 2022

UNU-IIGH Welcomes UNFPA Malaysia Country Representative in Official Visit

UNU-IIGH Hosts Official Visit of UNFPA Representative in Malaysia, strengthening collaborative efforts.

News 31 May 2022

Flemish Government Signs MoU with UNU, Ghent University, and the Vrije Universiteit Brussel

The new MoU, which will run from 2022 to 2026, signals the partners’ belief in the necessity of international cooperation.

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Sustainable Cities Discussion Forum: Decent Work and Economic Growth

Hundreds of countries and cities the world over have committed to achieving the SDGs by the year 2030, but have they made any progress?

Article 31 May 2022

Rethinking Tobacco Control: The Need for Gender-Responsiveness in Tobacco Control Measures

Exploring gender-responsive approaches in tobacco control for equitable measures benefiting all gender groups.

News 31 May 2022

Canadian Minister of Environment and Climate Change visits UNU-INRA

UNU-INRA staff welcomes Canadian Minister, Hon. Steven Guilbeault, in Accra, Ghana.

News 30 May 2022

Global Trends and Policies on Carbon Neutrality and Digitalization

A new UNU-IAS report offers case studies and best practices for achieving a carbon-neutral sustainable society.

Press Release 26 May 2022

UN and Partners Detail the Abundance and Promise of Diverse “Unconventional” Water Resources

Potential unconventional water supplies can help many of the world population who face water shortages.

News 26 May 2022

ICEGOV 2022 Call for Papers; Workshops: facts and figures

After a 16-weeks long Call for Papers and Workshops, the figures from the submission process are now available.