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 missionOur 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.
Read more$2M Gift Establishes Kinsey Institute Bicentennial Endowed Chair
This gift from donor Scott C. Shurz will support existing research, pilot studies in emerging fields, and new partnerships with IU schools and departments.
From Acting 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.
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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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