Unnamed Initiative for Progress

The Unnamed Initiative for Progress is a community of researchers, students, and entrepreneurs dedicated to understanding and advancing civilisational progress.

Our mission is to build the field of progress studies by providing a coherent intellectual backdrop for the many talented individuals working across progress-related cause areas—from industrial policy and metascience to economic growth and the philosophy of progress.

Based in [location], we connect these fragmented efforts through practical programs: fellowships that develop emerging talent, research projects with concrete outputs, and entrepreneurial support.

Our Past and Current Projects

How to Build a Data Centre With Only $1,000

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This One Weird Trick Fixes U.S High-Skilled Immigration

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Opportunities to get involved

History of Progress

Fellowship

A 6 week seminar-based Fellowship to bring you up to speed on the history of progress, what constitutes progress, and how to advance it. Then, the opportunity to apply your knowledge in a small research or entrepreneurial project.

Some Focus Areas We’re Excited About

Industrial Policy

Economic Growth

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You Would Never Guess Why Peer Review Takes So Long

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Accelerating Science

Projects

for Progress

3-6 month programme for refining and working on a tangible project — whether it be research, a new startup, or other venture aiming to understand and/or accelerate civilisational progress. If you’re unsure whether your project idea is a good fit, we encourage you to apply anyway!

Why apply?

  • Connections/introductions to those you need to speak to within the field (it’s very small!)

  • Financial support (“seed funding”) for projects

  • Advice, mentorship, and accountability

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