Institute for Progress (IFP)

https://progress.institute/

Policy research and advocacy to remove the bottlenecks to U.S. growth

Over the last 50 years, our rate of innovation has been slowing down while the global challenges we face have been growing. To combat climate change, future pandemics, and economic stagnation, we need to leverage the United States' unique advantages and chart a path to abundance.

How can we change the incentives within science to produce more breakthrough research?

How can we attract and retain superstar talent from around the globe?

How can we prevent future pandemics and accelerate progress in the life sciences?

Spotlight research

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Indoor Air Quality Is the Next Great Public Health Challenge

Cleaner indoor air can increase productivity, improve student outcomes, and prevent pandemics

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How DARPA Can Anticipate Downside Risk

A response to DARPA's request for information on assessing ethical, legal, and societal implications of emerging technologies

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How DARPA Can Proactively Shape Emerging Technologies

A response to DARPA's request for information on assessing ethical, legal, and societal implications of emerging technologies

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The source of clean energy shouldn't be displaying "negative learning" over time