Who gets rich, whoremains poor – andwhy?
ISI researches the structural drivers of social inequality and provides facts to support fair debate and sustainable change.
The Munich International Stone Center for Inequality Research
Our researchers investigate the causes and social consequences of wealth inequality from an interdisciplinary perspective. Through empirical analysis and theoretical work, the Munich International Stone Center for Inequality Research contributes to the scientific dialogue on distributional issues and develops evidence-based approaches for a fairer society.
Rethinking inequality: Global research with impact
Social inequality affects us all, worldwide. At ISI, it is not only researched, but actively scrutinized. Through international cooperation, innovative funding programs and a clear attitude: research must have an impact.
Basic research on social inequality
We study socioeconomic inequality, focusing on wealth concentration, to understand its causes, scale, and impact.
Comparative Research and Real Utopias
We explore alternative policies to reduce inequality and promote well-being, blending real utopian thinking with international and historical comparisons.
Data Infrastructure for Inequality Research
We use rich data, especially tax and administrative records, to study individual-level inequality and foster a global research network at ISI.
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