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
News
Microirrigation for Sustainable Agriculture in South Asia
A new UNU-IAS policy brief highlights microirrigation as an innovative solution to improve water management & increase agricultural production.
Event
Online Open House for Prospective UNU-IAS Students
UNU-IAS will host the first of two online “open house” events for prospective students.
Event
Online Open House for Prospective Students
UNU-IAS will host an online event for prospective students to provide insights into the learning experiences, and ongoing research.
Article
The World Health Assembly Special Session and the Pandemic Treaty Controversy
Governments in low- and middle-income countries will need to sustain efforts to ensure the needs of their citizens are not left on the periphery.
Announcement
Call for Papers: 2022 UNU-WIDER Development Conference
The conference will bring together specialists from around the world to discuss, analyse and understand the latest broad-based research on inequality.
Announcement
Applications Open: JSPS–UNU Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme
Jointly organised by UNU-IAS and the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS).
Announcement
Call for Papers: ICEGOV 2022
UNU-EGOV and the University of Minho will co-organise the 15th edition of the International Conference on Theory and Practice of Electronic Governance
News
Second Webinar Explores Purpose Management by Companies for the SDGs
The second webinar on "purpose management" by companies for the SDGs was held, featuring Yu Yamamoto and Midori Kowada.
News
Applications Open for 2022 Promotion of Sustainability in Postgraduate Education & Research Network Membership
The deadline for applications is 31 May 2022.
Article
Protecting Environmental Water from Antimicrobial Resistance
Improving antimicrobial resistance-related water quality standards will be essential to protecting the health of half a billion people worldwide.