Exploring sexuality, relationships,
and well-being

For more than 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.

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Our research

Learn more about the science-based discoveries—both past and present—that reveal the complexity of sexuality and relationships.

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Our 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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Acting Director Dr. Justin Garcia

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.

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Events

March 22 - April 19  Girlhood Redefined
Tangent Gallery, Fine Arts

April 5  Haslam Award Lecture: Dr. Christopher Gleason
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Current - April 29, 2024  Bettina Rheims: Everything All At Once
WEAM, Miami, Florida

Ongoing:
Kinsey Institute Historical Exhibition
WEAM, Miami, Florida

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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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