Exploring sexuality, relationships,
and well-being
For 75 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 missionIt's our 75th!
In 2022, the Kinsey Institute is celebrating 75 years of sex research history. We invite you to join us at events throughout the year. See our Calendar of Anniversary Events.Watch for more info on our social media, or sign up for our email newsletter!
Our research
Learn more about the science-based discoveries—both past and present—that reveal the complexity of sexuality and relationships.
Read moreOur collections
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
"Interview: Dr. Justin Garcia." NBC Nightly News, NBC, Dec 21.
"How Covid-19 Has Affected Dating, Marriages and Relationships.” Wall Street Journal, Dec 11.
“Why do some couples use baby talk to communicate with each other?” Morning Edition, NPR, Dec 9.
Events
On Demand Exhibitionism: Sexuality at the Museum Conference
Session recordings available with registration.
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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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