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
News
UNU Institute in Macau at ICA Conference 2018
Juhee Kang and Jenny Ju, on behalf of UNU Macau, presented research works on technology, media, and intercultural exchange, at ICA conference.
News
UNU Institute in Macau Signs a MOU with City University of Macau
The MOU paves a way for cooperation between UNU Macau and City University of Macau through research projects and exchange on Data Science research.
Project
Water for Sustainable Development
The project will investigate the role of water in Asia and demonstrate how the achievement of SDG6 will contribute to the region's development.
Project
IPIC Local e-Government in Portugal: Good Practices for Government Institutions' Websites
Enhance e-governance in Portugal by evaluating local government web presence, focusing on accessibility, services, and participation, to produce insights and guidelines for improvement.
Expert
Prof. Dr. Neil Foster-McGregor
Senior Economist at the Asian Development Bank. Before that, Neil was Deputy Director and Professor of Globalisation and Innovation at UNU-MERIT in Maastricht (2014-2023)
Project
The Limits of Punishment: Transitional Justice and Violent Extremism
If, when and how transitional justice can contribute to transitions away from conflict in settings affected by major jihadist groups.
News
Skills Training for Survivors of Sexual Exploitation Fieldwork
UNU Macau researchers conducted fieldwork in the Philippines, as part of the Migrant Technology project.
Project
Preventing Tomorrow’s Conflicts and Sustaining Peace
Informing UN policy deliberations with a proactive, over-the-horizon approach to prevent and sustain peace.
Project
Trade and Investment in Portugal: Special Focus on Palm Oil
Enhance Indonesia-Portugal relations through detailed palm oil trade and investment analysis, featuring expert interviews and policy review.
Event
Does it Pay to Account for Natural Resources?
Lecturer: Prof. Edeltraud Günther (Chair of Business, esp. Environmental Management and Accounting, TU Dresden)