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
AI & Global Governance: COVID-19 Underlines the Need for AI-Support Governance of Water-Energy-Food Nexus
Why a Water-Energy-Food Nexus could be the next step in creating cooperative AI-supported governance.
News
New Report Highlights the Potential of Technologies to Uncover Patterns of Labour Exploitation
Smartphone app Apprise allows for secure and confidential interviews of vulnerable populations to identify cases of human trafficking.
Journal Article
Gender-transformative programming with men and boys to improve sexual and reproductive health and rights: a systematic review of intervention studies
This systematic review analysed interventions across all WHO SRHR dimensions that engaged men and boys and were gender-transformative
Person
Dr. Akio Takemoto
Akio Takemoto was a Head of Programme and Administration at UNU-IAS.
Series
5 Facts on Mangroves
Mangroves are an important component in the ecosystem, with many benefits.
News
UNU Macau and Caritas Macau Partner to Advance Research and Capacity Building Initiatives
The five-year partnership aims to strengthen cooperation in sustainable community development, social innovation, and civil society cyber resilience.
Project
What can the UN Security Council do on Climate and Security?
Examining how climate change and security risks trigger the Security Council's mandate for action.
Expert
Sabrina Zwick
Sabrina Zwick works for the Munich Climate Insurance Initiative (MCII), hosted by UNU-EHS.
Event
The Satoyama Initiative for Societies in Harmony with Nature
On 16 July 2020, UNU-IAS will organise an online side event for the HLPF 2020 focused on the Satoyama Initiative.
Expert
Diana Potjomkina
Diana Potjomkina is a PhD Fellow with UNU-CRIS.