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 25 Sep 2024

UNU-EGOV Releases Publication on Responsible AI in Cities

The Unit releases publications on responsible AI in cities, focusing on inclusivity, governance, and sustainable urban development.

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MPP Experience Day

MAASTRICHT & ONLINE: On Monday 11 November 2024, UNU-MERIT will host its first MPP Experience Day, an event designed especially for prospective students of our MSc in Public Policy and Human Development (MPP).

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Partnership for Accelerating Meaningful Youth Participation for the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework

CALI, COLOMBIA: A side event of the 2024 UN Biodiversity Conference (CBD COP16) will highlight the crucial role of youth in implementing the GBF.

Article 25 Sep 2024

Climate finance, debt and economic dependency in Africa

"African countries must strengthen regional integration and South-South cooperation to reduce dependency on external powers."

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MPP Open Lecture: Introduction to qualitative methodologies and methods

MAASTRICHT & ONLINE: Want to know if our MSc in Public Policy and Human Development programme (known as MPP) is right for you? Join our Open Lecture to get a taste of the programme!

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Online Q&A session about our MSc in Public Policy and Human Development

ONLINE: UNU-MERIT is hosting an interactive Q&A webinar about our MSc in Public Policy and Human Development (MPP) on Thursday 21 November 2024 at 16:00 - 17:00 CET.

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Landscape Approaches as a Lever to Reduce Conflicts for Living in Harmony with Nature 

CALI, COLOMBIA: A side event of the 2024 UN Biodiversity Conference (CBD COP16) will share experiences and lessons learned by the International Partnership for the Satoyama Initiative.

News 24 Sep 2024

UN University-INWEH and HEC Montréal Partner to Engage Media in Sustainability Transition

The two institutes will launch capacity building, knowledge creation, and research initiatives related to media and society.

News 24 Sep 2024

Summit of the Future: reshaping global governance and international cooperation

Promoting solutions, shaping conversations and strategically engaging with key stakeholders.

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'ECOffee Consumers' Multiplier Event

MAASTRICHT: On 30 September 2024, partners of the ECOffee Consumers project will explain their latest findings and present the 'ECOffee Consumers' mobile app to the public.