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.
Charter of the United Nations University

People — topics on improving lives of people everywhere

Planet — topics on preserving and improving our environment and natural resources

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

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Second AEON SATOYAMA Forum

TOKYO & ONLINE: This event will discuss the satoyama model for sustainable living and biodiversity conservation.

Staff Programme Asssociate

Agung Prasetyo

Agung Prasetyo is a Programme Associate for the Biodiversity and Society Programme. 

Blog Post 28 Jan 2025

Do National Action Plans actually lead to action on the Youth, Peace and Security agenda?

A wave of activity in West and Central Africa illustrates new strategies for expanding youth participation and engagement.

Blog Post 27 Jan 2025

How UNIFOODS charcoal Namibia turns invasive bush species into wealth

UNIFOODS Charcoal's pilot study on Natural Capital Accounting balances economic growth & sustainability.

Capacity Development Office - Open course

Structured Literature Reviews

This course trains students in conducting structured, comprehensive, and large-scale literature reviews using the innovative Litoscope tool.

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Framing Feminism in Eurasia: Activists’ Strategies and Dilemmas

This event will explore alternative gender visions from grassroots feminist initiatives in Eurasia, examining their framing strategies to advance feminist agendas in hostile contexts.

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Noto Satoyama Satoumi Talk #2

TOKYO: This event will highlight sustainable agriculture initiatives and disaster recovery efforts in Noto Peninsula, Ishikawa, Japan.

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Overview of the Civic Tech Field Guide

Reviewing the open-source project Civic Tech Field Guide with Matt Stempeck