Research & Innovation

Research Radar webinar series

Join us every third Thursday of the month, 10 a.m. CST

Just like radar scans the horizon to detect what’s ahead, this monthly webinar series explores the latest findings in transportation research. Each month, the Minnesota Department of Transportation and the Minnesota Local Road Research Board will highlight three research projects, focused on a common theme. Webinars are free, all are welcome, registration is required. Let’s hit the road to discovery!

April 17, 2025: Environmental Innovations Identifying Deer-Vehicle Collision Concentrations in Minnesota Species From Feces: A New Tool to Identify Bats in Culverts and on Bridges Assessing a New Tool for Early Detection of Endangered Turtles on Proposed Transportation Projects

Past webinars

• March 24, 2025: Supporting vibrant communities through art and livability
• February 20, 2025: Sustainable transportation solutions
• January 23, 2024: Exploring autonomous vehicle innovations
• December 18, 2024: Advancements in winter maintenance
• November 14, 2024: Stay in your lane: App to warn drivers of lane departures
• June 29, 2023: Innovation hour: Innovation mindset
• March 28, 2023: Innovation hour: Human centered design
• July 18, 2023: Telecommuting during COVID-19: How does it shape the future workplace and workforce?
• March 22, 2022: Extreme flood vulnerability assessment tool
• November 19, 2021: Bright solutions: Harnessing solar energy through snow fences and noise walls
• June 7, 2021: Innovation hour: Human centered design
• February 25, 2021: Winter research lighting talks