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The Transportation Research Board, part of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, provides leadership in transportation. Home of #TRBAM

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TRB @trb.org · 5h
If you are looking to connect with transportation professionals—from seasoned executives to recent graduates, plan to attend the TRB Career Fair at #TRBAM. Reserve your table and join Sunday, January 10, from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. ow.ly/Tc0p50ZSqLN
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TRB @trb.org · 8h
In #TRNews, Deepak Gopalakrishna, Dean Deeter, and Jeremy Schroeder examine data is improving performance measures for snow and ice control—from tracking road recovery and material use to assessing storm severity and building dashboards that support operational decisions: ow.ly/kzly50ZSeEb
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Using Performance Measures to Improve Winter Road Mainteance
In a TRB project, state transportation agencies developed performance measures for snow and ice control to improve winter road maintenance.
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TRB @trb.org · 29/09/2026
Nominate yourself or others THIS WEEK to serve on a TRB Airport Cooperative Research Program project oversight panel. Volunteer experts are needed for #ACRP projects in and data, finance, planning, workforce support, PFAS, and more. ow.ly/eNQe50ZSqJU
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TRB @trb.org · 29/09/2026
Have an idea for research that can help make the roads safer and reduce costs of road traffic crashes associated with unsafe behaviors? Submit your problem statements to TRB’s #BTSCRP. Due Sept 30! ow.ly/kW2Q50ZR5ja
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TRB @trb.org · 28/09/2026
Plan ahead by finding more than 60 workshops on the first and last days of #TRBAM. ow.ly/EFv350ZSqFN
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TRB @trb.org · 24/09/2026
With outdated lease templates and no in-house counsel, Kalamazoo-Battle Creek Inter'l Airport needed practical guidance aligned with industry standards and FAA expectations. They looked to #ACRP legal research for a solution. ow.ly/NPEK50ZON6X
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TRB @trb.org · 23/09/2026
You can help make driving safter. Each #BTSCRP research project starts with a problem statement that describes a traffic safety need that can be addressed through research. Submit your research idea by September 30. ow.ly/wR9l50ZQCkr
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TRB @trb.org · 23/09/2026
Congrats Amy Stearns! The 2026 Robert E. Skinner, Jr. Distinguished Transportation Research Management Award recipient, she is recognized for leadership of the UTC Program, advancing research, education, technology transfer, & partnership. #TRBAM ow.ly/5Vzw50ZQChc
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TRB @trb.org · 22/09/2026
Thank you Paper Review Coordinators and reviewers for supporting the #TRBAM paper review process. Your time, expertise, and thoughtful contributions are greatly appreciated!
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TRB @trb.org · 21/09/2026
Tie strategic objectives to planning, programming, and performance monitoring to ensure investments support agency goals and performance targets. Look to #NCHRP Research Report 1188: Performance-Based Management Approaches for Maintenance: A Guide ow.ly/nv5q50ZN1GN
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Performance-Based Management Approaches for Maintenance: A Guide 2026
Transportation agencies have used performance-based management (PBM) for decades to guide strategic decision-making. PBM uses performance data to improve...
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TRB @trb.org · 18/09/2026
Bus lane enforcement strategies can be active like cameras on buses or in the street and police or passive like red-tinted bus lanes and offset bus lanes. See the documented effects of these strategies on bus speeds and reliability with TCRP. ow.ly/GQSR50ZN1FI
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Effects of Strategies to Enforce Bus Lanes 2026
The benefits of bus lanes are reduced when the lanes are used by unauthorized vehicles. Bus lane enforcement strategies can be classified as active or pas...
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TRB @trb.org · 17/09/2026
Contribute to safer driving. Each #BTSCRP research project starts with a problem statement that describes a traffic safety need that can be addressed through research. Submit your research idea by September 30. ow.ly/PcAR50ZMzRa
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TRB @trb.org · 16/09/2026
Pilots, air traffic controllers, mechanics, dispatchers, inspectors, certifiers, & others in the workforce can be a visible, measurable, & actionable part of aviation safety systems. Learn how in The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine report from TRB. ow.ly/3BCe50ZNWpX
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TRB @trb.org · 15/09/2026
Share your expertise in transit coordination, microtransit, shared mobility, intermodal and first/last mile connectivity, school transport, multi-modal transportation, and land use by submitting an abstract by Oct 9 for our 2027 rural & Tribal conference. ow.ly/B56M50ZO4qR
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TRB @trb.org · 15/09/2026
Registration is now open! Register now for the 106th #TRBM on January 10 - 14, 2027 in Washington, D.C. Save on the registration rate and get the best selection of hotels before they start filling up. ow.ly/2JfA50ZNVHl
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TRB @trb.org · 15/09/2026
Identify the high-level activities to undertake when planning for airside AGVS adoption with #ACRP Research Report 283: Airside Automated Ground Vehicle Systems at U.S. Airports: Adoption Framework ow.ly/uAws50ZLWhn
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Airside Automated Ground Vehicle Systems at U.S. Airports: Adoption Framework 2026
Automated ground vehicle systems (AGVS) at airports represent a growing segment of the automated and connected vehicle industry. Many airports are explori...
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TRB @trb.org · 14/09/2026
A National Academies report examines occupational radiation exposure among pilots and flight attendants and recommends approaches to improve radiation safety, education, and cumulative exposure tracking across the aviation industry: ow.ly/zpbo50ZLGRZ
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TRB @trb.org · 11/09/2026
Do you have expertise in transit system reliability? Nominate yourself to serve on the #TCRP expert panels that oversee the content of individual studies. Submit your nomination via MyTRB by Sept 14. ow.ly/YlOf50ZLGNp
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TRB @trb.org · 11/09/2026
Get the legal research you need (for free)! Submit a problem statement to the #TCRP legal research program by Sept 15 via MyTRB. ow.ly/GlbT50ZIMMj
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TRB @trb.org · 10/09/2026
Do you work on remote area construction logistics, maintaining rural roads, low-cost culvert/bridge replacement, roundabouts, multi-modal design, or infrastructure resiliency? Submit an abstract by Oct 9 for our 2027 rural and Tribal conference. ow.ly/7lC850ZM3Bt
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TRB @trb.org · 10/09/2026
How can ferry service best serve your community? Find guidance to evaluate ferry capacity, operations and quality of service as a viable form of public transit in the updated #TCRP Research Report 262: Transit Capacity and Quality of Service Manual, 4th edition. ow.ly/Sacw50ZLH6c
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TRB @trb.org · 10/09/2026
The AASHTO Special Committee on Research and Innovation is soliciting problem statements for #NCHRP research. Employees of state DOTs, FHWA staff, or AASHTO staff on behalf of an AASHTO Committee or Council can follow instructions to submit by Nov 2. ow.ly/lwvU50ZLGMo
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TRB @trb.org · 10/09/2026
Volunteer paper reviewers are hard at work! All #TRBAM paper reviews must be submitted by September 15. Reviewers with incomplete reviews will be automatically unassigned from those papers on September 16.
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TRB @trb.org · 09/09/2026
Congrats, Anne Aylward! She'll receive the 2027 Frank Turner Medal for Lifetime Achievement in Transportation. As the former director of USDOT Volpe Center, Aylward has exemplified leadership, public service, and enduring advancements for the public good. ow.ly/cPh650ZLvye
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TRB @trb.org · 08/09/2026
Due Sept 15! Suggest developing research that helps agencies, attorneys, policymakers, and industry professionals address emerging legal, regulatory, governance, and operational public transit challenges to #TCRP. Submit a problem statement via MyTRB. ow.ly/SXfn50ZIMIO
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TRB @trb.org · 08/09/2026
Nominate yourself or others to serve on the #TCRP expert panels that oversee the content of individual studies. Panelists are knowledgeable about the subject matter and represent a diversity of expertise. Submit your nomination via MyTRB by Sept 14. ow.ly/xYiO50ZIMtx
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TRB @trb.org · 03/09/2026
Leave room for PIE! Post-implementation evaluation helps you learn from past efforts to make better future decisions. #NCHRP's Post-Implementation Evaluation of Transportation Projects: A Guide can demystify, promote, and support PIE adoption.. ow.ly/aPr650ZIMll
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TRB @trb.org · 03/09/2026
If you've done research or have experience with AVs in rural settings, consider submitting it to the TRB Conference on Rural and Tribal Transportation by Oct 9! (and look for a call for abstracts for TRB's conference on smart transportation coming soon!) trb.secure-platform.com/rural-transp...
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Transportation Research Board - Rural Transport - Call for Abstracts
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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine @nationalacademies.org · 03/09/2026
Flight crews receive among the highest occupational doses of ionizing radiation in the U.S., but questions remain about long-term health effects. Our new report recommends stronger radiation safety programs, education, and exposure tracking. Learn more: ow.ly/ZrvH50ZIsUN
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A New Look at Radiation Exposure for Flight Crewmembers
A new congressionally mandated National Academies report is bringing renewed attention to those questions, recommending a more consistent approach to occupational radiation safety across the aviation industry. Assessing Radiation Exposure, Health Outcomes, and Mitigation Strategies for Flight Crewmembers outlines recommendations for developing radiation safety programs, improving education for flight crews, and starting a centralized system to track cumulative radiation exposure over a career.
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TRB @trb.org · 03/09/2026
The solution is out there! #ACRP synthesis projects systematically assemble &evaluate fragmented knowledge to document and describe current practice. Submit your topic idea by Sept 7 and you might see a project on it soon. ow.ly/v6Go50ZIMpM
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TRB @trb.org · 02/09/2026
Improve infrastructure maintenance, access to essential services, safety, and workforce capacity for rural and Tribal areas. Submit an abstract for our 2027 rural and Tribal conference in CO. Abstracts due Oct 9! ow.ly/6NQ450ZFgvz
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TRB @trb.org · 01/09/2026
Check out the more than 60 workshops scheduled for the first and last days of #TRBAM. Start planning your schedule for the Sunday and Thursday of a busy week! ow.ly/HP5g50ZHiOT
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TRB @trb.org · 31/08/2026
Volunteer with TRB? Showcase that experience on LinkedIn! Whether you serve on a project panel or committee, review papers, present a webinar, or contribute in another way, add your TRB service under “Volunteer experience": ow.ly/jnA050ZFkps
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TRB @trb.org · 31/08/2026
Knowledge management helps agencies preserve and share valuable expertise. The #NCHRP Web-Only Document Developing Strategies to Foster Implementation of Knowledge Management explores strategies to strengthen KM at transportation agencies. Read here: ow.ly/VT9N50ZG4bH
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Developing Strategies to Foster Implementation of Knowledge Management 2026
Knowledge management (KM) is defined by the AASHTO Committee on Knowledge Management as the policies and practices used to identify, share, and retain emp...
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TRB @trb.org · 28/08/2026
How do you measure quality of service for on-demand transit? The #TCRP Research Results Digest On-Demand Transit: Quality of Service Measures and Standards identifies metrics and benchmarks used to evaluate service. Read here: ow.ly/h6gU50ZG4f4
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TRB @trb.org · 27/08/2026
Connect related concepts to find more relevant transportation research. Watch a #TRID4LIFE tutorial to learn how to use Global Free Text Index searching and strengthen your TRID searches. Watch here: ow.ly/oyAt50ZFkmS
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TRB @trb.org · 27/08/2026
Can microtransit and ADA paratransit share vehicles and resources? The #TCRP Research Results Digest Consolidating Microtransit and ADA Paratransit Services explores how agencies are integrating these services. Read here: ow.ly/LLQf50ZFk8v
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TRB @trb.org · 27/08/2026
Most pedestrian fatalities occur after dark. In #TRNews, Rebecca L. Sanders of Toole Design and Michelle Danila of Fehr & Peers note practical strategies for transportation agencies to reduce pedestrian injuries and fatalities in dark conditions. ow.ly/TC2A50ZEWCZ
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Creating a Safe System for Pedestrians at Night - TR News Magazine
Rising pedestrian fatalities led a research team to look for reasons and compile guidance on lighting and other safety measures at night.
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TRB @trb.org · 26/08/2026
How can state DOTs retain institutional knowledge as experienced employees leave? The #NCHRP report Fostering Implementation of Knowledge Management: A Guide provides strategies to support sustainable knowledge management. Read here: ow.ly/envc50ZFiUx
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TRB @trb.org · 26/08/2026
Employers - plan to attend the career fair at #TRBAM on Sunday, January 10. Connect with thousands of transportation professionals—from seasoned executives to recent graduates. Reserve your table early—assignments are made on a rolling basis! ow.ly/V4us50ZEOo8
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TRB @trb.org · 25/08/2026
What vehicles are the right fit for rural transit? The #NCHRP report Determining Fleet Mix and Vehicle Size in the Rural Transit Setting provides research and decision tools to help agencies evaluate their fleets. Read here: ow.ly/4msO50ZFiug
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TRB @trb.org · 25/08/2026
Kay Fitzpatrick of Texas Transportation Institute is the 2027 recipient of the Thomas B. Deen Distinguished Lectureship. She has advanced roadway geometric design, pedestrian traffic control devices, and safety through research that has shaped U.S. transportation.. ow.ly/pg4g50ZB4vJ
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TRB @trb.org · 24/08/2026
Submitting research to #TRRJournal? A tip from the editors: clearly demonstrate how your findings can be applied in real-world transportation settings. Explore the journal and submit your research: ow.ly/K6Pr50ZAZhp
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TRB @trb.org · 24/08/2026
Submit an idea today! If you need authoritative, specific information on legal and regulatory issues unique to airports, share your topic with the #ACRP legal research program by Aug 24. ow.ly/EWc250ZEkiB
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TRB @trb.org · 21/08/2026
How can transit agencies make communication more accessible for deaf and hard-of-hearing riders? Submit a proposal for a #TCRP project on Improving Communication Accessibility for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Transit Riders. Proposals are due September 25. Learn more: ow.ly/KvqN50ZAZ8T
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TRB @trb.org · 20/08/2026
Many airports rely on connections from multiple transit modes creating challenges with infrastructure, space, funding, and coordination with local agencies. The #TCRP Legal Aspects of Transit to Airports can help agencies and their counsel navigate these connections. ow.ly/eoGm50ZBCVx
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TRB @trb.org · 19/08/2026
KC Streetcar recorded 838,000 passenger trips around the 2026 FIFA World Cup. How many people can transit reasonably serve? The #TCRP report Transit Capacity and Quality of Service Manual, 4th Edition can help answer that question. ow.ly/qrY150ZAZ5I
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TRB @trb.org · 19/08/2026
#ICYMI - Help your team support your existing fleet of battery electric and fuel cell buses! The recording is now available. www.nationalacademies.org/projects/TRB...
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TRB Webinar: Public Transit Workforce Development for Zero-Emission Vehicles
Does your team have the knowledge and skills to operate and maintain battery electric and fuel cell buses? You may have had training when the vehicles are new, but is the training updated when staff i...
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TRB @trb.org · 19/08/2026
Have transportation knowledge or experience to share? #TRNews features contributions from authors across the transportation community. Explore the five types of articles the magazine publishes and submit a proposal to share your expertise with TRB readers. Learn more: ow.ly/gzzB50ZAZ3W
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TRB @trb.org · 18/08/2026
“TRB congratulates these students for their winning proposals and their innovative spirit. We look forward to their continued contributions to the industry in the years to come,” —Ann Brach Read more about the #ACRP University Design Competition winners! ow.ly/afPP50Zz3i7
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Winners Selected for the TRB Airport Cooperative Research Program’s 2025-2026 University Design Competition for Addressing Airport Needs
The Transportation Research Board’s Airport Cooperative Research Program has selected winners for its latest ACRP University Design Competition. This annual competition encourages students to design innovative and practical solutions to challenges at airports.
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