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 ¡ª topics on improving lives of people everywhere
Planet ¡ª topics on preserving and improving our environment and natural resources
Prosperity ¡ª topics on building a sustainable and fulfilling future
Peace and partnerships ¡ª topics on fostering peaceful, just, and inclusive societies
Person
Lucas Boh
Lucas Boh is a project coordinator at ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ-MERIT
Article
AI could usher in a golden age of research ¨C but only if these cutting-edge tools aren¡¯t restricted to a few major private companies
AI reshapes science: Driving Nobel-winning breakthroughs, it sparks innovation while raising concerns over equity in access and trust in research.
Conversation Series
The Pact for the Future and International Peace and Security
TOKYO: On 28 January 2025, ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ will host a conversation with Tadamichi Yamamoto, Visiting Professor at Ritsumeikan University.
Media Coverage
Upcoming ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ-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 ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ-IAS Director in Profile Feature
Prof. Shinobu Yume Yamaguchi shared insights on her academic and professional journey and the activities of ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ-IAS.
Event
SCIENCE TALK: Nutrition in Transition: Transnational Land Deals and Dietary Diversity in the Global South
Transforming Rural Areas in Low- and Middle-Income Countries
Blog Post
²ÝÁñÊÓƵ-IIGH at HSR 2024: Advancing Health Equity and Justice
²ÝÁñÊÓƵ-IIGH made significant contributions at the Health Systems Research (HSR) Symposium in Nagasaki, Japan.
Conversation Series
Japan's Role in the Indo-Pacific ¡ª the UN, ODA, and a Free and Open Indo-Pacific
TOKYO: On 23 January 2025, ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ will host a conversation with Dr. Yuka Ando, Senior Researcher at the India-Japan Laboratory of the Keio Research Institute at SFC.
Expert
Dr. Jo?o Filipe Papel
Jo?o Filipe Papel is a JSPS Postdoctoral Research Fellow jointly affiliated with ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ-IAS and the Tokai University.
Degree Defense
PhD defence: Why Political Actors Engage Young People In Public Policy: Educational Reforms in Ireland and Flanders
PhD Defence Lotte Geunis, ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ-MERIT