Oregon Research Institute

United States · Research

The Oregon Research Institute (ORI) is an independent, nonprofit behavioral sciences research center located in Eugene, Oregon. Founded in 1960, ORI is dedicated to understanding human behavior and enhancing the quality of life through scientific research. The institute employs around 165 staff members, including 49 research scientists, and has satellite offices in Portland, Oregon, and Albuquerque, New Mexico. ORI conducts multidisciplinary research primarily funded by federal grants from the National Institutes of Health and the U.S. Department of Education. Its research covers a wide range of topics related to human behavior and health, such as childhood obesity, adolescent depression, and substance use. The institute develops and evaluates programs aimed at addressing social, physical, and emotional challenges, often collaborating with other research institutions and community organizations to improve outcomes for children and families. ORI is recognized internationally for its contributions to behavioral research and is consistently ranked among the top nonprofit institutions for federal research funding in the U.S.