Exploring sexuality, relationships,
and well-being
For more than 70 years, the Kinsey Institute at Indiana University has been the trusted source for scientific knowledge and research on critical issues in sexuality, gender, and reproduction.
Learn about our missionCOVID-19 Research
New studies investigating the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on our romantic & sexual lives, marital health and family planning decisions, mental health and safety, and coping and resilience.
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Learn more about the science-based discoveries—both past and present—that reveal the complexity of sexuality and relationships.
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Search our site and online catalog to discover art, artifacts, publications, and anthropological resources that document the stories of our common humanity.
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From Executive Director, Dr. Justin Garcia
Today’s Kinsey Institute is a dynamic interdisciplinary research center and archival collection, world-renowned for research, historical preservation, and education programs exploring sex, sexuality, relationships, and well-being. We welcome you to join us in the discovery of the unknown as we continue to advance knowledge and change the world for the better.
Learn moreIn the Media
"Would You Date Someone With Different Political Beliefs? Here's What a Survey of 5,000 Single People Revealed." Time, Oct 6.
"How has the pandemic altered dating? Survey says more roommates are hooking up." USA Today, Oct 6.
"Sex gets complicated during the pandemic." CNN, Sept 14.
Events
Symposium: 31 Photographs: ‘Obscenity,’ Censorship, and Academic Freedom:
Week Two: “US v. 31 Photographs” and Its Impact on Academic Freedom and Censorship Law Oct 13
Week Three: Art and Censorship Oct 20
Week Four: Contemporary Restrictions on Sexual Expression Oct 27
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Sexuality and intimate relationships are essential to our individual and collective well-being. Your support will help the Kinsey Institute advance research and education in the science of love, sexuality, gender, and sexual health, and give a diverse field of researchers the resources they need to make new discoveries.
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