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
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Press Release
Prof. Daniel Karthe Assumes Role as Director of UNU Resource Nexus
Environmental scientist and former Deputy Director takes the helm of UNU Resource Nexus, succeeding Prof. Edeltraud Guenther.
Journal Article
Institutional readiness for payments for ecosystem services: Stakeholder perspectives from Sri Lanka
This publication was released as part of the UNU Resource Nexus Focus Area Resilient Food, Forest and Ecosystems.
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Event
Joint International Economics - UNU-CRIS Seminar: Mapping Climate-Related Planned Relocation and Retreat: Insights from Global and European Databases
Within the field of human climate mobility, planned relocation and retreat remain among the understudied forms of mobility.
Article
The Rise of Performance Intelligence
An organization's quality of people-machine integration will increasingly be a competitive advantage.
Seminar
Migration Seminar Series: Migration, Remittances and Capabilities in the Global South: Exploring the India-Nepal Corridor through Aspiration and Capability Perspectives
Dr. Mandeep Grewal on migration, remittances, and livelihood opportunities along the India-Nepal migration corridor.
Event
Science Talk: Digital Tools for Weeds and Invasive Plants
AI-Powered Tools for Smarter Weed Management
Multimedia
5 Facts on Wildfires
Wildfires are one of most visible signs of changing risks. But fire is not only a disaster. In many ecosystems, it is also part of how nature works.