The Institute of Human Origins (IHO) is a research organization based at Arizona State University. It focuses on the study of human evolution, exploring the origins and development of the human species through various scientific disciplines, including anthropology, archaeology, and genetics. Founded in 1990, the IHO conducts fieldwork and laboratory research to uncover evidence about early hominins and their environments. The institute also promotes public education and outreach, sharing findings with the community to enhance understanding of our evolutionary history and the factors that shaped modern humans.