Research
As a non-profit, non-partisan organization, we are dedicated to advancing scholarly inquiry and promoting thoughtful, evidence-based solutions to today’s most pressing social and economic challenges. Our research spans a broad range of topics, from public policy and economics to law, culture, and global prosperity.
Research Centers
The Independent Institute’s research program is organized into seven specialized centers, each dedicated to advancing our scholarly and educational mission. These centers maintain the highest standards of peer review and are committed to impactful publishing and effective media communication.

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