Research Clusters

Driving knowledge, inspiring solutions and transforming communities through thematic KIU research clusters.

Research Clusters

Research Focus Areas

KIU Research Clusters

These clusters group KIU researchers around priority themes for collaboration, grant development, publications, policy engagement and community work.

1 Research Cluster 1

Law, Good Governance and Social Justice

Advancing justice, equity and inclusive governance through research and policy engagement.

Contributes To
1 No Poverty
5 Gender Equality
16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
10 Reduced Inequalities
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2 Research Cluster 2

Education, Gender, Social Development and Sustainable Agriculture

Promoting inclusive education, gender equality, social development and sustainable livelihoods.

Contributes To
1 No Poverty
2 Zero Hunger
4 Quality Education
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3 Research Cluster 3

Energy, Environment and Climate Change

Advancing sustainability and resilience through research, innovation and evidence-based solutions.

Contributes To
6 Clean Water and Sanitation
7 Affordable and Clean Energy
13 Climate Action
15 Life on Land
14 Life Below Water
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4 Research Cluster 4

Science, Technology, Engineering and Innovation Management

Driving innovation and technology for sustainable infrastructure, communities and responsible production.

Contributes To
9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
11 Sustainable Cities and Communities
12 Responsible Consumption and Production
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5 Research Cluster 5

Public Health, Infectious and Re-emerging Diseases

Protecting and improving public health through research, surveillance and prevention.

Contributes To
3 Good Health and Well-Being
6 Clean Water and Sanitation
11 Sustainable Cities and Communities
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6 Research Cluster 6

Health Systems, Sustainable Livelihoods and Non-Communicable Diseases

Strengthening health systems and promoting sustainable livelihoods to reduce disease burden.

Contributes To
3 Good Health and Well-Being
6 Clean Water and Sanitation
12 Responsible Consumption and Production
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7 Research Cluster 7

Entrepreneurship, Employability and Skills Development

Driving enterprise, employability and workforce readiness for inclusive and sustainable growth.

Contributes To
8 Decent Work and Economic Growth
9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
17 Partnerships for the Goals
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DRICE Commitment

Support behind every research cluster

Evidence-Based Research

Generating knowledge that informs policy and practice.

Policy Engagement

Influencing policies and practices that strengthen communities.

Capacity Building

Building skills and empowering researchers, students and partners.

Partnerships for Impact

Collaborating locally and globally to drive measurable change.

Partnerships

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DRICE can help connect researchers, shape cluster priorities and prepare interdisciplinary teams for opportunities.

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