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
What can Global Governance do for Forests? Cooperation and Sovereignty in the Amazon
What is the relevance, effectiveness of global governance instruments in preventing activities defined under national laws as illegal deforestation?
News
UNU Highlights Role of Science & Education at 4th Asia-Pacific Water Summit
UNU contributed to the summit in Kumamoto, Japan, on 23–24 April 2022.
News
Panel Session Examines Climate Displacement & Access to Education in Asia-Pacific
On 21 April, 2022 UNU-IAS co-organised a session at the 66th Annual Conference of the Comparative and International Education Society (CIES 2022).
Media Coverage
Fujingaho Magazine Features Interview with UNU-IAS Expert on the Climate Crisis
UNU-IAS expert explains the climate crisis and the action needed to limit global temperature rise to 1.5°C.
Workshop
RESPOND Project Survey
RESPOND along with the United Nations University International Institute for Global Health are calling for participants diagnosed with hypertension fo
Event
Times Higher Education Innovation & Impact Summit
UNU-IAS will contribute to The Times Higher Education (THE) Innovation and Impact Summit.
Blog Post
Why the UK-Rwanda Asylum Deal Risks Harming Global Standards
We reflect on the newly announced asylum partnership agreement between the UK and Rwanda - and its wider implications.
Project
Gender-based AI policy in Southeast Asia: Enhancing The Development of Standards and Frameworks for Critical Technologies in Southeast Asia
This project aims to define the current state of artificial intelligence policy in Southeast Asia in relation to gender, to improve the status quo.
Article
Lessons from COVAX Could Help Vaccine Equity
Covax Lessons: Shaping Vaccine Equity Insights. UNU-IIGH examines potential global vaccination equality strategies.
News
Strengthening Wastewater Surveillance to Tackle COVID-19, Other Infectious Diseases
A new UNU-IAS policy brief offers recommendations for scaling up wastewater surveillance for early detection and monitoring of infectious diseases.