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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Online Open House for Prospective UNU-IAS Students

On 17 December UNU-IAS will host the first of two online “open house” events for prospective students.

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Webinar on Purpose Management by Companies for the SDGs

The SDG-UP and the SDGs Corporate Strategy Forum will host a series of three online seminars on business purpose management with university students.

Project 16 Dec 2021

Reimagining the Human-Environment Relationship

A collaborative effort to capture, interrogate, and elevate alternative paradigms of the human/nature relationship

News 16 Dec 2021

Stock Exchange of Thailand, Walk Free and FAST Provide Thai Businesses With Tools To Manage Modern Slavery Risks

The toolkit will help Thai listed companies and businesses manage human rights risks across a range of sectors.

Press Release 16 Dec 2021

DNC 2022: Biodiversity and the Stewardship for Vital Resources – Call for Abstracts and Registration Opens

UNU-FLORES, TU Dresden, and IOER host online DNC2022 from May 23-25. Experts worldwide invited. Submit contributions by Feb 10, and register by Apr 15

News 14 Dec 2021

Experts Discuss Latest Green, Digital Solutions for Localising the SDGs

UNU-IAS co-organised a symposium on green and digital transformation to achieve the SDGs.

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After COP26: What Are the Next Steps for Climate Change? A Dialogue with Kyoko Gendatsu

UNU-IAS will host a series of online dialogues with experts who participated in the 26th COP26, to discuss the conference and climate action.

News 14 Dec 2021

Strategies to Improve Community Acceptance of Sustainable, Affordable Housing

A new policy brief recommends strengthening community support for technology and sustainable design in affordable housing projects.

News 13 Dec 2021

End of the Year Highlights 2021

As we look back at the eventful year of 2021 at UNU Macau, we thank you all for your support.

News 13 Dec 2021

Session at ISAP 2021 Highlights Benefits of Landscape Approaches

UNU-IAS co-hosted a session at the 13th International Forum for Sustainable Asia and the Pacific.