Category Archives: Research

General research posts.

20 Tips to Up Your Social Media Game

One of the best ways to connect with communities about projects and events that affect them is to reach them where they already are – on social media.  But whether you’re a social media newbie or a communications professional, there are always new trends, technology, and platforms to learn, and it can be overwhelming.

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What We Do for You: 2022 CTS Impacts Report

“CTS cultivates improvements and innovation in transportation through research, engagement, and education.” This is our mission statement, refined last year as part of a strategic planning process with the CTS Executive Committee.

Our new 2022 Impacts Report illustrates what this mission looks like in practice—and what it means for you.

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Teen Students Receive Immersive Transportation Education at NSTI Camp

This article was originally published in Catalyst, August 2022.

Ever wanted to build a model bridge with popsicle sticks, program a mobile mini-robot, or make an “asphalt” cookie? A cohort of 27 middle school and high school students did just that and more through a wide range of hands-on STEM-based activities related to the transportation field at the U of M this summer. 

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Register for the 2022 CTS Transportation Research Conference

This article was originally published in Catalyst, August 2022.

Register to join us at the annual CTS Transportation Research Conference, scheduled for November 3, 2022, at the Graduate Minneapolis Hotel on the east bank of the U of M’s Twin Cities campus in Minneapolis.

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State Research Program Funds Projects to Address Transportation Challenges

From a competitive pool of over 75 proposals, MnDOT and the Minnesota Local Road Research Board have funded 25 new research projects and are seeking volunteers to serve as Technical Advisory Panel members and help guide the research.

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Research Pays Off Webinar Series: Understanding and Improving Pavement Milling Operations

The National Road Research Alliance (NRRA) is hosting “Understanding and Improving Pavement Milling Operations” on January 18 at 10 a.m. CST, presented by Eshan Dave, University of New Hampshire.

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Research Pays Off Webinar Series: Improve Material Inputs into Mechanistic Design Properties for Reclaimed HMA Roadways 

The National Road Research Alliance (NRRA) is hosting “Improve Material Inputs into Mechanistic Design Properties for Reclaimed HMA Roadways ” on December 21 at 10 a.m. CST, presented by Bora Cetin, Bora Cetin.

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