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
Article
Tackle Climate Change and Air Pollution Together
Cities are critical actors in driving climate ambition forward, reducing air pollution and improving human health and well-being.
Article
UNU-CPR Celebrates Ten Years
UNU-CPR has evolved to become a leading research institute tightly focused on developing solutions for new and emerging challenges.
Report
Predictive Technologies in Conflict Prevention: Practical and Policy Considerations for the Multilateral System
Adoption strategies that mitigate challenges related to the uptake of predictive technologies.
News
Debrief Event Discusses COP28 Outcomes & Capacity Building
An event explored capacity gaps and presented new initiatives including the UNU-IAS Postgraduate Degree Specialization on the Paris Agreement.
Project
Consolidating and accelerating the Network of Centers of Excellence (NoE) in support of Disaster Risk Reduction, Early Warning and Anticipatory Action in Africa - Phase II
This project is to consolidate and accelerate the Network of Centers of Excellence in support of DRR, Early Warning and Anticipatory Action in Africa.
Seminar
Nexus Seminar Series N.72 – The Role of Science in Bridging the Science-Policy Gap in the WEFE Nexus
The Nexus Seminar will provide some facts on what the science-policy gap is, why it exists and what needs to be done to address it.
News
FAST Supports Public-Private Partnerships Against Trafficking in Human Beings at EFIPPP Plenary
FAST presents research and best practices to support the launch of an initiative on Trafficking in Human Beings (THB).
Lecture
Japan-ASEAN Bridges Event Series: Why Globalization Has Failed to Reduce Inequality
TOKYO: On 18 January 2024, UNU and the International Peace Foundation will co-host a lecture by Prof. Eric S. Maskin, Nobel Laureate in Economic Sciences.
Event
Information Session for Prospective Students
ONLINE: This information session will provide insights into the learning experiences, ongoing research and unique opportunities at UNU-IAS.
News
How Government Payments to the Vulnerable can Multiply to Create Economic Growth for Everyone
Article by Conrad Nunnenmacher (PhD fellow, UNU-MERIT), Franziska Gassmann (Professorial Fellow, UNU-MERIT) and Julieta Morais (researcher, UNU-MERIT.