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
Project
Transforming informal work and livelihoods
This project will shed light on the causes of and most effective mechanisms to reduce informality, and the effects of the COVID-19 on informal work.
Project
Social mobility in the global south - concepts, measures, and determinants
This project aims to gather existing knowledge on social mobility in developing countries to develop concepts and methodologies for further research.
Report
The New Geopolitics of Converging Risks: The UN and Prevention in the Era of AI
The emerging impacts of AI convergence on the UN's prevention agenda.
Blog Post
2018 Recap and Season's Greetings
2018 has brought UNU Macau to a new milestone, but much has yet to be done to maximise the power of ICTs to achieve sustainable development.
Blog Post
AI & Global Governance: Why We Need an Intergovernmental Panel for Artificial Intelligence
Striking a balance between enabling innovation and mitigating risks.
News
Blog | Treating Human Trafficking like a Preventable Disease
Migrants leave their countries hoping for better working conditions, but some end up being trapped in human trafficking and exploitation.
Blog Post
Delta 8.7: 5 lessons learned on slavery risk for policy actors
Lessons learned from a Delta 8.7 online Symposium on Modeling Slavery Risk.
News
Q&A with Prof. Tim Unwin (Part 2): Next Big Things
Professor Tim Unwin gives his insights on some thought-provoking issues about the future of ICT for development.
Blog Post
AI & Global Governance: Developing Resilient Economies in the Age of AI
While AI can be good for growth, its benefits may not be evenly distributed.
Blog Post
AI & Global Governance: AI and Nuclear Weapons - Promise and Perils of AI for Nuclear Stability
Scrutinizing the convergence of AI and nuclear weapons.