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
Blog Post
Leveraging Collaborative Systems Modelling for Solving Complex Urban Problems
Collective urban intelligence centres solutions in the collective capabilities that emerge from the collaboration of urban stakeholders.
Blog Post
Transformative Learning & Mentorship: Reflections by UNU-IIGH Postdoctoral Fellows
Presenting the stories of our 2021 Postdoctoral Fellows, Gabriela Fernando, Ayomide Oluseye, Ronald Musizvingoza and Harvy Joy Liwanag.
Seminar
In Conversation with Jessica Horn: Radically Sensible: Feminist Philanthropy in Global Health
Jessica Horn discusses transformative feminist philanthropy in global health at UNU-IIGH seminar. Shaping impactful change.
Event
Tourism and the SDGs — Creating Harmony Between Tourism and Cities
OUIK will host an online seminar on tourism and the SDGs to explore how tourism can contribute to sustainable development.
Project
Organisational Decision-Making in Water Reuse for Smart Cities (SMART-WaterDomain)
This project aims to provide a systematic framework to facilitate the uptake of wastewater reuse in the industrial/ agricultural sector.
Announcement
2022 APEC Healthy Women, Healthy Economies Research Prize
The APEC Healthy Women, Healthy Economies Research Prize 2022 recognising excellence in promoting women's well-being and economic empowerment.
Project
Technical Assistance Facility in ACP - Digital and Science, Technology and Innovation
Support the EU's external aid quality via enhanced strategies and digital transformations, focusing on governance, literacy, and service adoption.
Conversation Series
Shifting Power in Global Health: The Global South and Global Health Finance
Co-convened by UNU-IIGH, Development Reimagined, and Wilton Park, this series will bring together diverse groups of stakeholders.
Announcement
Applications Open: Tenth Doctoral School on Latin American, European, and Comparative Regionalism
The Doctoral School seeks to establish a network of researchers dealing with regionalism, based at universities across Latin America and beyond.
News
Webinar Explores Interlinkages Between Biodiversity, Health, and Well-being in SEPLS
UNU-IAS organised a seminar exploring the nexus of biodiversity, health and well-being in socio-ecological production landscapes and seascapes.