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News
UN Water Conference Academic Hub Highlights the Critical Role of Science and Evidence in Advancing Global Water Action at HLPF 2026
Academic Hub mobilizes research and partnerships to compliment the UN Water Process
Event
HLPF 2026: SDG 6 and interlinkages with other SDGs – Water and sanitation
At the current pace, SDG 6 will not be achieved until at least 2049. At HLPF 2026, experts gather to discuss the state of freshwater resources today.
News
Overcoming the "Go Bigger" Conundrum in Biotechnology
Mauricio Roldan taught biotechnologists how to scale up their bioprocesses in Ensenada, Mexico
Journal Article
Evaluation of gaps in life cycle sustainability assessments of 3D concrete printing: A systematic literature review and recommendations
This publication was released as part of the UNU Resource Nexus focus area Sustainable Buildings and Construction.
Article
What Are Urban Heat Islands and Why Do They Matter?
Urban heat islands make cities hotter and deadlier. Learn why they matter and how cities can reduce extreme heat.
Article
What is the High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF) and Why Does It Matter?
What is the UN High-level Political Forum (HLPF)? Learn how it tracks the Sustainable Development Goals and why it matters before 2030.
Person
Isha Mangurkar
Visiting Research Fellow, United Nations University Institute Macau, Macau (SAR), China
Blog Post
From Data to Action: Strengthening Monitoring and Evaluation Skills Through Learning, Collaboration and Innovation
UNU Global Health and Malaysia’s Ministry of Health hosted a five-day Monitoring & Evaluation training course in Kuala Lumpur.
Blog Post
Can emergency cash buy food security?
New research finds Cambodia's COVID-19 cash transfers significantly improved food security among poor and vulnerable households.
Conversation Series
The New Multipolar International Order
On 15 July 2026, UNU will host a conversation with H.E. George Gerapetritis, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Hellenic Republic.