Research Projects

Generating solutions to pressing development challenges

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UNU research focuses on the challenges faced by the United Nations and its Member States. Our current research portfolio supports all of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which were adopted by the UN General Assembly in 2015 to inspire global action to overcome the world’s biggest challenges.

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Project 01 Sep 2017

Digital Government strategy and methodologies

This research project relates to the development, renewal, and redesign of the e-Government strategy into a digital governance strategy.

Project 01 Sep 2017

Digital transformation and emerging technologies

This research project aims to explore how emerging technologies can transform the public sector and decision-making, and support sustainable development.

Project 27 Jul 2017

Digital Certification Systems in PALOP-TL

Enhance PALOP-TL countries' readiness for digital certification systems through detailed assessments, challenge analyses, and opportunities for standardisation.

Project 27 Jul 2017

Public service system, development strategy of State portal, management model and usability, training and policy recommendations

Enhance Latvia's e-government via a seminar focusing on online usability, comparative analysis, digital strategies, and capacity building for improved public services.

Project 04 Nov 2016

Ghana Climate Innovation Center (GCIC) Project

The GCIC provides a country-driven approach to addressing climate, energy, and resource challenges, and supporting economic development.

Project 05 Aug 2020

Accelerating the implementation of water-related SDGs

This project aims to promote the use of Sustainable Development Goal 6 Policy Support System (SDG-PSS), a tool developed by UNU-INWEH and partners.

Project 08 Apr 2016

Policy Monitoring on Digital Technology for Inclusive Education

Enhance lifelong learning for the disabled in Uganda through ICT, aligning with UN's 2030 goals and UNESCO policies, focusing on digital education inclusivity.

Project 02 Nov 2015

Education System for Government Technology Leadership

Strengthen GCIOs' digital capabilities in government through educational enhancement, peer support, and strategic alignment, focusing on best practices and collaborative frameworks.

Project 22 Sep 2015

Knowledge Society Policy Handbook

Promote global Knowledge Society construction through a comprehensive Policy Handbook, a digital sharing platform, and a collaborative policy community to foster effective strategies.

Project 21 Nov 2023

Grant for Global Sustainability (GGS)

Supported by the Japanese MEXT, the project aims to enrich the partnership between research and educational institutes in Japan.