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
Conference
International Conference on COVID-19: Learning for Future Healthcare Systems in LMICs
Conference focusing on COVID-19's impact and learning for future healthcare systems in LMICs.
Announcement
Request for Research Proposals: Economic Transformation, and Social Protection & Taxation
UNU-WIDER invited research proposals on topics of economic transformation and topics of social protection & taxation in developing countries.
News
Video Series Explores Traditional Knowledge of Japan’s Noto Peninsula
The videos focus on local food culture, highlighting the importance of sustainable use of resources.
News
ICEGOV 2021 proceedings published
The proceedings of the 14th ICEGOV are now available in ACM's Digital Library.
News
Pascale Allotey Appointed as Women7 Advisor
Empowering Women's Voices: Pascale Allotey Appointed Women7 Advisor. Advancing gender equality through expertise.
Project
Regional Research on Climate Change Displacement and the Right to Education
The aim of this project is to establish understanding of climate change displacement across the Asia Pacific region to inform policy recommendations.
Project
Enhancing Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) Safeguarding and Transmission Using ICT in Luang Prabang
This project aims to enhance the safeguarding of intangible cultural heritage in the World Heritage Site town of Luang Prabang, in Lao PDR.
Conversation Series
Conversation Series: Artificial Intelligence for Social Assessment
Engage in the AI for Social Assessment Conversation Series: Exploring the intersection of technology and societal impact.
News
12th SDG–UP Workshop Highlights Sustainability Efforts of Institute of Technology Sepuluh Nopember
UNU-IAS organized the 12th SDG-UP workshop online with 48 participants from 23 universities across Japan.
Press Release
Flemish Gov't Renews Support for UNU Institute in Bruges Addressing Multi-level Governance Challenges
A new Memorandum of Understanding between UNU, the Flemish Government, Ghent University, and the Vrije Universiteit Brussel has been approved.