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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Project 06 Apr 2022

Quantification of water-gender interlinkages for greater inclusivity

This project will provide a numerical assessment of the status of women’s representation in the water sector in individual countries/regions globally

Project 05 Apr 2022

Knowledge Academy for the Resource Nexus (KARE)

The project aims to mainstream the Resource Nexus, train new generations of thought leaders, and support better decision-making

Person Research Fellow and Academic Associate

Dr. Jian Pu

Jian Pu was a Research Fellow and Academic Associate at UNU-IAS.

Media Coverage 04 Apr 2022

Condemning Russian War Crimes in Real Time Can Save Lives

The crucial role of documenting atrocities for both future accountability and immediate conflict mitigation of Russian forces in Ukraine.

News 04 Apr 2022

Briefing: FAST Intervention at the OSCE's 22nd Conference of the Alliance Against Trafficking in Persons

The FAST Initiative provided an intervention at the 22nd Alliance against Trafficking in Person's Conference.

News 01 Apr 2022

Migration and Inequality Expert Appointed Head of Equitable Development and Migration

Professor Heaven Crawley will lead UNU-CPR's Equitable Development and Migration programme.

News 31 Mar 2022

Global Health Futures | UNU-IIGH 2020-2021 Biennial Report

Navigating Global Health Futures: UNU-IIGH's 2020-2021 Biennial Report. Insights, progress, and impactful contributions highlighted.

Project 31 Mar 2022

Development of the Water Information Management System (WIMS) as part of the CReW+ Project

This project aims to develop a Water Information Management System with other partners for water-related data to inform national decision-making

Media Coverage 31 Mar 2022

Use of Private Security Companies in War

The use of mercenaries and private security companies in conflicts.

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CUGH 2022 13th Annual Global Health Conference

Participate in CUGH 2022 Global Health Conference Satellite Sessions by UNU-IIGH. Insights and dialogues shaping global health.