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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Expert Senior Project Manager

Abdul Ghani Rajput

Abdul Ghani Rajput

Announcement 08 Apr 2025

Media Coverage 07 Apr 2025

How AI Affects the Environment

An editorial in DevelopmentAid featured insights on AI and sustainability by UNU-IAS expert Anupam Khajuria.

Research Fellow Visiting Fellow

Catarina Fontes

As of April 2025, Catarina Fontes is a Visiting Fellow at the UNU-EGOV.

Article 07 Apr 2025

The Hybrid Imperative

The future of business depends on leadership that balances AI-driven efficiency with human insight, ethics and emotional intelligence.

News 07 Apr 2025

Bridging Research and Practice - Workshop in Utrecht

A policy-focused workshop in Utrecht to explore how multi-stakeholder sessions bridge research and practice.

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Credit ratings and sustainable development investment

Identifying practical pathways to reform the credit rating ecosystem.

News 05 Apr 2025

UNU-INRA undertakes high-level reconnaissance mission to Zimbabwe

The UNU-INRA team and Board Chair undertake a mission to Zimbabwe to assess the feasibility of establishing a sixth operating unit.

Expert Media and Journalism Fellow, Sustainability and Climate

Shooka Bidarian

Ms. Shooka Bidarian is a sustainability and climate expert with over 10 years of experience at the intersection of environmental storytelling, media strategy, and climate justice. 

Expert Capacity Development Specialist

Narges Saffar

Ms. Narges Saffar is an environmental specialist with over 20 years of experience in environmental policy, sustainability, and international cooperation.