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!

	December 19, 2024: Advancements in winter maintenance Snowplow driver assist system implementation plan Snowplow optimization & gps/avl on maintenance equipment Human-centered testing of rear-facing display to reduce vehicle collisions with snowplows
	January 23, 2025: Exploring autonomous vehicle innovations Grand Rapids goMARTI self-driving shuttle pilot program Influence of autonomous and partially autonomous vehicles on minnesota roads
	February 20, 2025: Sustainable transportation solutions Harnessing solar energy through solar snow fences Impacts of shared mobility on infrastructure usage, greenhouse gas emissions, and accessibility Investigating real storms and the impact of potential climate change adaptations
	March 20, 2025: Supporting vibrant communities through art and livability Utilizing arts and culture to mitigate the negative impacts of transportation infrastructure on communities Arts + culture for construction mitigation: hwy 250 in Lanesboro, MN TRS: measuring the livability framework

Past webinars

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 our: Human centered design
February 25, 2021: Winter research lighting talks