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.
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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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Expert Associate Academic Officer

Dr. Robert Oakes

Dr. Robert Oakes works in the Environment and Migration: Interactions and Choices (EMIC) Division. He researches the reasons for, and outcomes of mobility including evacuation, displacement, voluntary migration, planned relocation in addition to those who are unwilling, or unable to move.

Expert Research Fellow

Sam Jones

Sam Jones is a Research Fellow at UNU-WIDER based in Mozambique, on extended leave from his position as an Associate Professor in the Department of Economics, University of Copenhagen.

Person Former Consultant

Dr. Sawaros Thanapornsangsuth

Sawaros (Sam) Thanapornsangsuth was a Consultant at UNU-IAS.

Expert Associate Research Fellow

Simon Schunz

Dr Simon Schunz is an Associate Research Fellow at UNU-CRIS since 2018.

Expert Deputy Head of Risk and Adaptation Department, Head of MCII Division

Soenke Kreft

Soenke Kreft leads the work of Munich Climate Insurance Initiative (MCII) which is hosted at United Nations University – Institute for Environmental and Human Security (UNU-EHS).

Multimedia 18 May 2023

What is climate risk insurance?

Riskepedia: What is climate risk insurance? UNU-EHS expert Dirk P. Kohler explains it in this #Riskepedia video!

Multimedia 18 May 2023

What are solution packages?

Riskepedia: What is solution packages? UNU-EHS expert Caitlyn Eberle explains it in this #Riskepedia video!

News 18 May 2023

T7 Issue Paper Urges G7 to Reignite Action on SDGs, Climate Change

A new publication calls on G7 leaders to strengthen action for the SDGs, carbon neutrality & climate-resilient development in collaboration with G20.

News 17 May 2023

What are the macroeconomic challenges of the green transition in emerging nations?

UNU-MERIT UNESCO Chair event examines investment strategies for climate and development goals

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Biodiversity Day: Ride & Celebrate

This special event in Kanazawa City, Japan, will celebrate the biological and cultural diversity of traditional Japanese gardens.