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
Project
Examining Major Recent Trends in Violent Conflict
Contributions and insight on major recent trends in violent conflict for the High-Level Independent Panel on Peace Operations.
Event
Southeast Asia in Transition: Re-Thinking Education, Science and Culture for Regional Integration
UNU-IAS will contribute to the Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization (SEAMEO) Congress to be held on 21–22 October 2014 in Bangkok.
Event
International Partnership for the Satoyama Initiative Fifth Global Conference
PYEONGCHANG, REPUBLIC OF KOREA: The Fifth Global IPSI Conference will be held on 4–5 October to coincide with CBD COP12.
Project
MEIDE (Micro Evidence on Innovation and Development)
MEIDE is a yearly international conference on the topic of micro evidence on innovation and development organized by UNU-MERIT and partners.
Project
GIS Training for Improved Natural Resource Management in Africa
This project aims to build capacity for the deployment of geospatial applications in natural resource research, planning and management in Africa.
Blog Post
What Egypt Tells Us About the State of Democracy
What the Egyptian Revolution that began in Tahrir Square has taught us about the current state of democracy around the world.
Blog Post
Why the United Nations Needs More Female Peacekeepers
The appointment of Major General Kristin Lund of Norway as the first female to serve as Force Commander in a UN peacekeeping operation.
Project
Executive Training for Government Technology Leaders
Enhance Saudi Arabia's e-Government Action Plan through tailored executive IT training, focusing on practical challenges, skills enhancement, and inter-collaboration.
Event
21st Century of Disaster: Lessons from the March 2011 Disasters and the Sustainable Development Goals
TOKYO: This symposium aims to incorporate the experiences and lessons learned from "3.11" into discussions on the post-2015 development agenda.
Expert
Dr. Tsunao Watanabe
Tsunao Watanabe is the Director of UNU-IAS Operating Unit Ishikawa/Kanazawa (OUIK).