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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Peace and partnerships — topics on fostering peaceful, just, and inclusive societies

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News 09 Nov 2024

The World Station on Water, Environment and Health in Urban Systems

UNU-INWEH, World Urban Pavilion (WUP) and Urban Economy Forum (UEF) to create a new platform for tackling urban sustainability problems

News 09 Nov 2024

United Nations University and City of Richmond Hill Partner on Sustainability Transition

The new partnership agreement was signed on the occasion of the UNU Rector’s visit to Canada

Expert Visiting Associate Professor, Water and Power Systems

Dr. Cheng Xiong

Dr. Cheng Xiong specializes in the optimization of water and power systems.

Expert Development and Partnership Liaison

Chuting Wang

Chuting (Ivy) Wang is active in promoting international education, encouraging joint interdisciplinary research, and strengthening cross-cultural academic ties with a strong focus on sustainability, especially in the Global South.

Media Coverage 09 Nov 2024

Modern slavery risks among people lacking official documentation

The Guardian reports on new UNU-CPR and Freedom Fund research exposing heightened risks among undocumented populations.

Expert Lead, Ecological Modeling and Food Security

Dr. Mohsen Mesgaran

As an agroecologist and modeler, Dr. Mohsen Mesgaran works at the interface of agriculture, ecology, and technology, employing quantitative approaches that utilize a variety of modeling techniques, including statistical/mathematical models, physiological (crop growth) models, and machine learning (AI). 

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The impact of the “Twin Transition” on GHG emissions: a firm level analysis

MAASTRICHT & ONLINE: Our UNU-MERIT Seminar Series team is pleased to announce our upcoming research seminar featuring Edward Cruickshank (University of Milan and Pavia, Italy).

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Migration Seminar Series: Where To Next? The Evolving Situation Of Eritreans On The Move

ONLINE: G. Cole, M. Belloni, and A. Tesfai explore where Eritreans seek refuge, focusing on decisions of Eritreans in Addis, Cairo, and Kampala.

Press Release 08 Nov 2024

Media Advisory: UNU-EHS experts available for interviews at COP29

On site in Baku, United Nations University scientists can explain negotiations, provide background and contextualize many of the big debates.

News 08 Nov 2024

Nexus Implementation 2-Day Workshop

Bringing the “potential and implementation” of Nexus approaches into focus