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
Blog Post
Unlocking Value: A Business and Natural Capital Accounting Case Study of Nakara Leather (PTY) Ltd
Inonge Mukumbuta Guillemin, doctoral researcher at UNU-FLORES shares finding from a pilot case study
News
UNU-EGOV Engages with the Diplomatic Community at the Portuguese Presidency’s New Year Greetings Ceremony
UNU-EGOV joined Portugal’s New Year Diplomatic Greetings, with Director Delfina Soares engaging the President on global digital governance cooperation
Article
The Invisible Colleague — Balancing Algorithmic Management With Workers’ Rights
With the right safeguards, intelligent technologies can be harnessed to complement human potential rather than replace it.
Article
Event Highlights
Highlight Moments in the 2023 World Data Forum Macau Satellite Event.
Media Coverage
Article Examines Outcomes of the 2024 UN Biodiversity Conference
The article highlights progress made at CBD COP 16 in recognizing the role of Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities.
News
UNU Macau Digital Technology and Sustainable Development Talent Program Winter Camp Kicks Off
This Winter Camp will be held January 20-24, 2025 at the United Nations University Institute in Macau.
Seminar
Driving Change: Government Strategies and Technological Innovations in India's Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Sector
MAASTRICHT & ONLINE: Our UNU-MERIT Seminar Series team is pleased to announce our upcoming research seminar featuring Sunil Mani, a Visiting Professor from the Centre for Development Studies and Ahmedabad University, India.
Seminar
Expertise at Work: New Technologies, New Skills, and Worker Impacts
MAASTRICHT & ONLINE: Our UNU-MERIT Seminar Series team is pleased to announce our upcoming research seminar featuring Anna Salomons, Professor at Utrecht University’s School of Economics and Professor of Labor Economics, Tilburg University.
News
UNU Rector and Howard University President Meet to Discuss Global Education
UNU Rector Tshilidzi Marwala met with Howard University President Ben Vinson III to explore education, technology and equity.
Article
Not All Perfect (Yet) — The Limitations of Representing Rare Information in Generative AI
Interdisciplinary partnerships ensure that AI systems are not solely reliant on statistical likelihood, but incorporate a broader range of knowledge.