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2024 Annual Report

Letter from the Director

Dear Colleagues, Partners, and Friends,

As we conclude another year for CTR, I am excited to share the highlights of our achievements and our aspirations for the future. This past year has been one of unprecedented growth and collaboration, reinforcing our position as a leader in transportation, having impact on our local communities and worldwide.
First and foremost, I want to commend our outstanding team for their tireless efforts, our progress would not be possible without a concerted team effort. One of our most notable accomplishments this year has been the expansion of our partnerships. We have deepened our collaborations with industry leaders, government agencies, and academic institutions, ensuring that our research and outreach efforts are informed by diverse perspectives and addresses real-world challenges. Through these partnerships, we have been able to advance projects in areas such as automotive cybersecurity, traffic safety, and smart city integration. Our collaborative approach has allowed us to push the boundaries of what’s possible and deliver cutting-edge solutions and meaningful outreach that benefit the entire transportation ecosystem.
We are also proud to have launched several new initiatives aimed at fostering the next generation of transportation leaders. Our student engagement programs, including internships and research opportunities, have grown significantly. By providing students with hands-on experience and access to world-class resources, we are preparing them to tackle the complex challenges that lie ahead. Our efforts through our TTAP program we have reached more people than ever before and the impact of the training and technical assistance through TTAP is making our state’s transportation system better.
Looking ahead, the future is brighter than ever for the CTR. We have welcomed new faculty and staff throughout this year and will have two new faculty members join us in January. We will continue to engage with more students and faculty from every college of the university, pursuing initiatives that will have positive impacts on our transportation systems. Our programs in safety, transportation technology, human factors, and cybersecurity are growing rapidly. We expect to have significant impact in these areas moving forward.
As we reflect on our accomplishments, we remain committed to our mission of advancing transportation through innovation, research, and education. I want to extend my deepest gratitude to our partners, sponsors, and stakeholders for their continued support. Together, we are shaping the future of transportation, and I look forward to another year of transformative work.

Sincerely,

Kevin Heaslip
Director, Center for Transportation Research

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