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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News 02 Apr 2020

Thailand Case Study to Amplify Modern Workers’ Voices through Technology

A new report published by The Mekong Club and UNU Macau unveiled flaws in interview methods used across mobile apps.

Media Coverage 26 Mar 2020

Four Priorities for the G20 Virtual Summit on Coronavirus

Addressing COVID-19 at the G20 Virtual Summit.

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IDIA 2020 Organised by UNU Institute in Macau

UNU Macau invites stakeholders from around the world interested in issues of technology and sustainable development to participate in the event.

Project 21 Mar 2020

Conflict Prevention in the Era of Climate Change: Adapting the UN to Climate-Security Risks

Supporting the UN and its partners to develop climate-sensitive conflict prevention approaches.

Project 17 Mar 2020

Smart Cities Position Paper

Advance South Africa's smart city vision with a defining position paper, focusing on tailored strategies, government roles, and coherent action plans for sustainable urban development.

Report 10 Mar 2020

Conflict Prevention in the Era of Climate Change: Adapting the UN to Climate-Security Risks

Supporting the UN and its partners to develop climate-sensitive conflict prevention approaches.

Event

Expert Roundtable: Prevention in an Era of Climate Change

This expert roundtable brought together experts from a range of disciplines to exchange views and experiences on the issue of climate-security.

Project 02 Mar 2020

The United States' Current and Future Relationship With the United Nations

US policy towards the UN under the Trump administration and effective, multilateral approaches to the UN's engagement with the US.

Staff Advisor, Partnerships & Liaison

Nora Adam

As a natural scientist, Nora Adam worked in multiple international and interdisciplinary research institutions focusing on ecology, forestry, and biodiversity research. 

News 21 Feb 2020

Briefing: UNU-CPR at the World Economic Forum in Davos

FAST initiative was hosted at the House of Switzerland by the Government of Switzerland for 50th Annual World Economic Forum in Davos.