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
UNU-CPR Welcomes Two New Researchers
UNU-CPR welcomes Cristal Downing and Sophie Huvé as new researchers.
Project
Increasing resilience to water and climate-related risks
This project aims to deepen understanding of climate- and water-related risks of various regions, and suggest risk- mitigation measures.
Project
Accelerating the implementation of water-related SDGs
This project aims to promote the use of Sustainable Development Goal 6 Policy Support System (SDG-PSS), a tool developed by UNU-INWEH and partners.
Project
Developing tools to reduce the risks of WASH-related diseases and water pollution
This project aims to develop tools to reduce the negative impacts of WASH-related diseases and water pollution, especially among vulnerable groups.
Staff
Miki Konishi
Miki Konishi is a Programme Coordinator for the Education and Innovation programme.
Project
Promoting unconventional water resources and technologies for water-scarce areas
This project promotes a range of unconventional water resources to bring new water sources for human consumption and food production.
Project
Information and data services and technology for sustainable water management
This project aims to develop and promote tools and services to provide the data and information needed for strategic water planning and management.
Blog Post
AI & Global Governance: COVID-19 Underlines the Need for AI-Support Governance of Water-Energy-Food Nexus
Why a Water-Energy-Food Nexus could be the next step in creating cooperative AI-supported governance.
News
New Report Highlights the Potential of Technologies to Uncover Patterns of Labour Exploitation
Smartphone app Apprise allows for secure and confidential interviews of vulnerable populations to identify cases of human trafficking.
Expert
Dr. Akio Takemoto
Akio Takemoto is a Head of Programme and Administration at UNU-IAS.