Jargon alienates readers and increases confusion and conflict, particularly on issues of global concern. To address this problem, UNU-MERIT began work on a “jargon busting” glossary back in 2012. Now, having won a PREMIUM proposal from Maastricht University, it will turn this glossary into an app while partnering with other UNU institutes to expand its coverage. As part of UNU’s mission to function as a bridge between academia, the United Nations and the general public, UNU institute...