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.
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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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Project 10 Jan 2024

Assessment Framework for UN Preventive Diplomacy: An Approach for UN Mediators and International Policymakers

A clear layout of the methodological challenges in evaluating political interventions in conflict and an impact assessment tool for practitioners.

Project 10 Jan 2024

Crime-Conflict Nexus: Identifying Gaps and Opportunities for Policy Research

UNU-CPR gathered over twenty international experts to discuss the crime-conflict nexus on 10-12 June 2015.

Blog Post 10 Jan 2024

How the UN Can Help Prevent Another Israel-Lebanon War

Three ways the UN can use a preventive diplomacy role to reduce the risks of another devastating conflict.

Announcement 09 Jan 2024

Apply Now for Our Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme

The deadline for applications is 31 March 2024.

News 09 Jan 2024

Addressing Inequalities in Global Health: UNU-IIGH Introduces Strategic Plan 2024-2028

UNU-IIGH Strategic Plan 2024-2028 Addressing Inequalities in Global Health

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Book Launch: Palgrave Handbook of South-South Migration and Inequality

UNU-CPR and partners gathered for the Palgrave Handbook book launch event with editors Heaven Crawley and Joseph Teye during Migration Week 2024.

News 04 Jan 2024

Pairing Photography and Research for Social Change

Mariajose Silva Vargas shares some highlights from both her photography work and her PhD journey, and how the two perfectly complemented each other.

News 04 Jan 2024

Smart Solutions for Water Resilience: Advancing Circular Transformation and Reuse Strategies in Europe and Japan

The Smart Solutions project provides implementable strategies that increase the acceptance of water reuse practices for local economies and societies.

Article 04 Jan 2024

A Research Centre With Global Reach

Addressing needs across the UN system and beyond.

Staff Policy Communications Associate

Tess Pilkington

Tess Pilkington is a Policy Communications Associate for UNU-CPR. In this role, she supports the Centre’s digital presence, event planning, and dissemination of research publications.