The UNU-IAS Communications unit serves as the point of contact for all press-related inquiries. We connect journalists to academics who are experts in their field, and promote UNU-IAS research globally. A searchable database of our experts is available here.
For media inquiries, please contact:
Anne Lecroq
Media and Engagement Associate
Tel: (+81) 3-5467-1213
anne.lecroq@unu.edu
For Japanese-language media inquiries, please contact:
Tomoyo Tanno
Communications Associate
Tel: (+81) 3-5467-1255
tanno@unu.edu
UNU-IAS in the News
Media Coverage
UNU-IAS Postgraduate Degree Programmes Featured in Friends of WHO Journal
The article highlights research opportunities available to students, including in global health and well-being.
Media Coverage
Upcoming UNU-IAS Symposium on Landscape Conservation Highlighted in Japanese Media
Hokkoku Shimbun featured an international symposium to be held in Kanazawa, Japan in May 2025.
Media Coverage
Yomiuri Shimbun Spotlights UNU-IAS Director in Profile Feature
Prof. Shinobu Yume Yamaguchi shared insights on her academic and professional journey and the activities of UNU-IAS.
Media Coverage
Circular Economy Education to Tackle Plastic Pollution
Writing in Down To Earth, UNU-IAS expert Anupam Khajuria calls for embedding circular economy education in the future plastic pollution treaty.
Press Releases
Press Release
UNU-IAS and AEON Environmental Foundation to Expand Cooperation on Global Sustainability
UNU-IAS and the AEON Environmental Foundation signed a MOU on collaboration to advance global sustainability.
Press Release
UNU-IAS 10-Year Anniversary Event: Synergies for Sustainability
Journalists are invited to an event exploring the key achievements of UNU-IAS since its founding in 2014, and the future of sustainability.
Press Release
UNU-IAS Symposium to Support the Recovery of Noto Peninsula: Building Back Better
UNU-IAS will co-organize a symposium on supporting recovery efforts in Noto Peninsula following the 2024 Noto Earthquake.
Press Release
UNU-IAS Initiatives on Youth Empowerment for Implementing the Paris Agreement and the 2030 Agenda
UNU-IAS will hold a press conference at COP27 to present updates on the institute’s initiatives on youth empowerment.
Press Release
UN University to Launch Postgraduate Degree Specialisation on the Paris Agreement
Developed in collaboration with UNFCCC, the new programme will commence in Autumn 2023.
