MIPT was established out of the experiences of the bombing of Oklahoma
City's Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building on April 19,
1995.
Those who survived and family members of those lost
believed it important to create an Institute to actively engage in research and
study, programs and reporting, to help policymakers and leaders have the best
and most complete information in their hands to avert terrorism and/or lessen
the impact of a terror event.
Since operations began in 2000, decision makers have turned to MIPT for
quality research, effective solutions and quick response.