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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Expert Senior Research Consultant

Saleem Zoughbi

Saleem Zoughbi is a Senior Research Consultant at the United Nations University (UNU-EGOV) since 2020.

Expert Research Associate

Bushra Ebadi

Bushra Ebadi is a Research Associate at the United Nations University (UNU-EGOV) since 2022.

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Presença Online dos Municípios Portugueses: Situação e Recomendações para a Região Norte

Evento debate presença online dos governos locais do Norte de Portugal, baseado em estudos IPIC e com participação da AMA.

News 31 Mar 2023

News 31 Mar 2023

UN Member States request advice of the International Court of Justice in supporting Vanuatu against climate change threats

UN Member States request advice of the International Court of Justice in supporting Vanuatu against climate change threats.

News 29 Mar 2023

Analysing Coverage of Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery Risks in Sub-Saharan Africa

New report analyses available data to identify, assess, and understand how National Risk Assessments address modern slavery risks in Africa.

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Transformation of Behaviour at Universities through Efforts to Achieve the SDGs

UNU-IAS will organise an event to present the outcomes and achievements of SDG–UP and discuss how Japanese universities can contribute to society.

Article 29 Mar 2023

Four Global Problems That Will Be Aggravated by the UK’s Recent Cuts to International Aid

The UK is among countries cutting international aid payments, which could impact four key areas: poverty, extremism, democracy, and refugees.

Blog Post 28 Mar 2023

IR 4.0 is not a Scientific Revolution: A Paradigm Shift in the Making

The idea of sustainable development in the era of the Anthropocene seems to be getting in conflict with itself.

Series 28 Mar 2023

Sustainability for all: 5 insights on electric vehicles and waste management in the Global South

Five insights on electric vehicles and waste management in the Global South.