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
News
New poverty tracking tools and fairer child benefits: Two reports for UNICEF Kyrgyzstan
UNICEF Kyrgyzstan released two reports by Franziska Gassmann and Eszter Timar: a poverty assessment and a paper on social assistance for poor families
Project
Agrophotovoltaics for Mali and The Gambia: Sustainable Electricity Production by Integrated Food, Energy and Water Systems (APV-MaGa)
This project aims to establish agrophotovoltaics as a sustainable energy system that provides food, water, and electricity.
Project
Researchers back to the secondary school - Renewable energy powered water-food-economy nexus for the sustainable livelihood at Dosso Region in Niger (RETO-DOSSO)
This project aims to inform sustainable water, energy, and food security interventions, including solar power and other renewable energy systems.
Media Coverage
A Plea for Help and Peace, from Colombia’s Communities to the UN Security Council
What the Security Council can learn from past experiences of transitional justice.
Event
What’s Next for AI in Africa? The Opportunities and Challenges of Responsible AI Implementation in the Continent
The event aims to support global AI cooperation and establish an AI African Expert Network.
News
5 Facts on e-learning That Can Be Applied to COVID-19
UNU-EHS experience with e-learning in Africa offers direction for virtual learning during COVID-19 pandemic.
Blog Post
Mygration Story: A new home in a new land
I was eight years old when I learned that ‘we’ are guests in Syria, the country where I spent 34 years of my life before I moved to Europe
Event
Fall 2020 Public Lecture — COVID-19: Seasonality, Transmission and Protection
This event will review controversies over the mode of transmission of COVID-19 and protection.
Blog Post
Identifying Labour Risks through Worker Engagement
Worker voice technology, such as Apprise, can identify forced labour and ensure workers’ voices are central and confidential during social audits.
Media Coverage
The Future of Multidimensional Peacekeeping
UN peacekeeping may appear poised for a major shift in the near future.