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Jul, 2021

Evaluations of Work Zone Safety Using SHRP2 Naturalistic Driving Study Data

Mar, 2020

Risk-Based Bridge Management: A Methodology to Assess and Incorporate Risk in Decision-Making

Dec, 2019

Use of SHRP2 NDS Data to Evaluate Roadway Departure Characteristics

Sep, 2019

High Friction Surface Treatment for High Crash Locations

Mar, 2019

Performance Characteristics of Modern Recycled Asphalt Mixes in Missouri, Including Ground Tire Rubber, Recycled Roofing Shingles, and Rejuvenators

Feb, 2019

Management of Bridges Considering Aging Mechanisms and Extreme Events

Jan, 2019

On-Board Prediction of Remaining Useful Life of Lithium-Ion Battery

Dec, 2018

Guide to Life-Cycle Data and Information Sharing Workflow for Transportation Assets

Nov, 2018

The Interrelationships between Speed Limits, Geometry, and Driver Behavior

Nov, 2018

Use of Biocementation for Slope Stabilization of Levees

Oct, 2018

Hybrid Concrete for Advancing Pavement Performance

Oct, 2018

Using Operational Data to Assess Mobility and Crash Experience During Winter Conditions

Sep, 2018

Integration of Structural Health Monitoring into Multilayer Statewide Bridge Maintenance and Management Practices

Sep, 2018

Enhancing the Fundamental Knowledge and Use of Asphalt Emulsions Using Systematic Scientific and Engineering Approaches

Sep, 2018

Initial Characterization of Geopolymer Based UHPC Material Properties

Aug, 2018

Data-Driven Health Management of Electrical Vehicle Battery Systems

Aug, 2018

Performance-Based Operations Assessment of Adaptive Control Implementation in Des Moines, Iowa

Aug, 2018

Evaluation of the Mechanical and Environmental Performance of Biofuel Co-Product-Stabilized Unpaved Roads

Jul, 2018

Asset Utilization Potential of Building a Trucking and Rail Intermodal Hub in the St. Louis Region

Jul, 2018

Vision-Based Traffic Conflict Detection of Signalized Intersections

Jun, 2018

Women as Assets in Railroad/Transportation Operational Roles

Jun, 2018

Data-Driven Highway Infrastructure Resilience Assessment

Jun, 2018

Risk and Failure Resilience Quantification of Interdependent Transportation Systems

Jun, 2018

Effect of Coupling on A-Walls for Slope Stabilization

Jun, 2018

Intelligent Highway Management System for the City of Wichita

May, 2018

Evaluation of Rural Intersection Treatments

May, 2018

Visualization and Communication in Pavement Performance/Visual Analysis of Pavement Performance and Related Factors

May, 2018

Development of Rural Road Bridge Weigh-in-Motion System to Assess Weight and Configuration of Farm-to-Market Vehicles

May, 2018

Driver Crash Causation Study by Gender—Missouri, Iowa, and Illinois Comparison

Apr, 2018

Estimating Energy Efficiency of Connected and Autonomous Vehicles in a Mixed Fleet

Apr, 2018

Big Data-­Driven Prediction of Long-Term Bridge Performance and Management Improvements

Apr, 2018

Evaluations of Large-Truck Crash Severity in Missouri

Mar, 2018

Missouri Highway Safety Manual Recalibration

Mar, 2018

Paving the Way for Autonomous and Connected Vehicle Technologies in the Motor Carrier and Rail Industries

Mar, 2018

Why TNCs Will Be Regulated Like Taxis—Historically Speaking

Feb, 2018

Development of Crash Modification Factors for Curve Chevrons

Feb, 2018

Development of Crash Modification Factors for Lane Departure Countermeasures

Feb, 2018

Pavement Performance: New Approaches Using Predictive Analytics/An Assessment of the Models to Predict Pavement Performance

Feb, 2018

Strategic Decision Support for Airport Capacity Planning

Feb, 2018

Distributed Traffic Control for Reduced Fuel Consumption and Travel Time in Transportation Networks

Jan, 2018

Optimizing Fleet Composition and Size under Uncertainty in Urban Transit Systems

Jan, 2018

Creation of a Sustainable Collaborative Transportation and Safety Model

Jan, 2018

Understanding the Impacts of Work Zone Activities on Traffic Flow Characteristics

Dec, 2017

Evaluation of Work Zone Split Traffic Symbol Sign

Dec, 2017

Estimating Crash Modification Factors for Lane Departure Countermeasures in Kansas

Nov, 2017

Strategic Design for Delivery with Linked Transportation Assets: Trucks and Drones

Oct, 2017

Traffic Impact Assessment Tool for Moving Work Zone Operations

Oct, 2017

Advancing Implementation of Geosynthetic Reinforced Soil-Integrated Bridge Systems

Sep, 2017

Bridge Maintenance Program for the City of Columbia, Missouri

Sep, 2017

Condition Assessment Tools for Post-Tensioned Bridges

Sep, 2017

Improving Traffic Safety through Better Snow Fences: Image-Based Methods to Measure Trapped Snow Volume and the Snow Relocation Coefficient

Sep, 2017

Investigation of the Link Between Macroscopic Traffic Flow Characteristics and Individual Vehicle Fuel Consumption

Sep, 2017

Reliability of Element-Level Bridge Inspections

Sep, 2017

Installation Guidance for Centerline and Edgeline Rumble Strips in Narrow Pavements

Aug, 2017

Bridges for Life: Better Data in Support of Performance Management Analysis

Aug, 2017

Developing a Data-Driven Traffic Impact Assessment Tool for Work Zones

Aug, 2017

Developing Risk-Based Bridge Inspection Practices

Aug, 2017

Driving Simulator Study of Merge Signs

Jul, 2017

Cost-Effective Field Test Methods for LRFD Resistance Factors of Drilled Shafts

May, 2017

FE-ANN Based Modeling of 3D Simple Reinforced Concrete Girders for Objective Structural Health Evaluation

May, 2017

Field Measurements on the Effect of Temporary Rumble Strips in Work Zone Flagging Operations

Apr, 2017

Data Driven Urban Traffic Prediction for Winter Performance Measurements

Mar, 2017

Design of Maintainable Drains for Earth Retaining Structures

Mar, 2017

Road-Based Accessibility to Essential Services

Dec, 2016

Development of a Transportation Real-Time Technology Readiness Framework

Dec, 2016

Experimental Evaluation of Existing and Retrofit Designs of Bridge Finger Joints

Dec, 2016

Improved Sheet Pile Systems for Transportation Infrastructure

Dec, 2016

Investigation of Rural J-Turn Design Factors Using the ZouSim Driving Simulator

Dec, 2016

Optimizing Performance Characteristics of Steel Fiber-Reinforced Lightweight Concrete (SFRLWC) for Wearing Surface Application on Orthotropic Steel Decks

Dec, 2016

Roadway Infrastructure in Various 3D Visualization Modes

Nov, 2016

Networks Subject to Extreme Flood Events

Nov, 2016

Implementation of Transportation Asset Management in Grandview, Missouri

Oct, 2016

Aggregate Freezing-Thawing Performance Using the Iowa Pore Index

Oct, 2016

Development of a Mix Formation and Pavement Design Using Asphalt-Rubber Binders and Biobased Additives

Oct, 2016

Economic Impact of Multi-Span, Prestressed Concrete Girder Bridges Designed as Simple Span versus Continuous Span

Sep, 2016

Assessing Segment- and Corridor-Based Travel-Time Reliability on Urban Freeways

Sep, 2016

Crash Location Correction for Freeway Interchange Modeling

Sep, 2016

Development of an Eco-Friendly, Cost-Effective Biogrout for Concrete Crack Repair

Sep, 2016

Historical Performance Evaluation of Iowa Pavement Treatments Using Data Analytics

Sep, 2016

Monitoring Vibrations on the Jefferson City Truss Bridge

Sep, 2016

System-Wide Safety Treatments and Design Guidance for J-Turns

Jun, 2016

Development and Evaluation of Portable Device for Measuring Curling and Warping in Concrete Pavements

Jun, 2016

Improving Striping Operations through System Optimization – Phase 2

May, 2016

Assessing Risk of D-Cracking in Concrete Aggregates

May, 2016

Developing Green, Highly Flowable, Rapid Set, High-Performance Concrete for Pavement Patch Repair

May, 2016

Terrestrial Laser Scanning-Based Bridge Structural Condition Assessment

Mar, 2016

Pervious Concrete Physical Characteristics and Effectiveness in Stormwater Pollution Reduction

Mar, 2016

Toward Autonomous and Robotic Infrastructure Construction: A Workshop and Field Studies of Productivity, Quality, and Safety Impacts

Jan, 2016

Machine-Vision-Based Roadway Health Monitoring and Assessment

Jan, 2016

Owner-Operator versus Company-Driver Safety Performance Analysis

Dec, 2015

Economic Impact for the Region of Replacement of the Merchants Bridge

Dec, 2015

The Feasibility of Charging Private Vehicles an Airport Drop-Off and Pick-Up Charge

Dec, 2015

The Substitution of Ground Transportation for Service to Smaller Communities Now Receiving Essential Air Service Subsidies

Aug, 2015

Designing and Applying a Decision-Support System for DOT Fleet Assignment and Operation

Jun, 2015

Modeling Airside Operations at Major Airports for Strategic Decision Support

May, 2015

Economic Sustainability of Inner City Streets: A Collaborative Sustainable Asset Management Transportation System Model

Jan, 2015

Proof of Concept: Biocement for Road Repair

Jan, 2015

Evaluation of Dynamic Speed Feedback Signs on Curves: A National Demonstration Project

Dec, 2014

Mass Transit Sustainability in the St. Louis Region

Dec, 2014

Research, Education, and Development (RED): Examining Characteristics of Roadway Infrastructure in Various 3D Visualization Modes

Sep, 2014

How Firm Size Affects Safety Performance in the U.S. Motor Carrier Industry

Oct, 2013

Evaluation and Guidance on Effective Traffic Calming for Small Communities

Oct, 2013

Low-Cost Strategies to Reduce Speed and Crashes on Curves

Sep, 2012

Use of Lateral Position as a Safety Surrogate Measure

Aug, 2012

Development of a Bridge Safety Information System for the Saylorville Reservoir Bridge

May, 2012

Study of the Factors that Contribute to Motorcycle Conspicuity – Phase II

Apr, 2012

Risk Mitigation Strategies for Operations and Maintenance Activities

Dec, 2011

Development of a Conflict Analysis Methodology Using SSAM

Dec, 2011

Managing Decisions Regarding Rural Expressway Routes and Associated Bypasses

Nov, 2011

Evaluating the Effectiveness of Red Light Running Camera Enforcement in Cedar Rapids and Developing Guidelines for Selection and Use of Red Light Running Countermeasures

Aug, 2011

Applicability of Road Assessment Program Methods to Metropolitan Safety Planning

Aug, 2011

Safety and Mobility Impacts of Winter Weather – Phase I

Jul, 2011

Management of Rural Expressways for Improved Safety and Operational Performance

Jun, 2011

Behavior Study of Merge Practices for Drivers at Work Zone Closures

May, 2011

Iowa Pavement Marking and Sign Management System

Mar, 2011

Asset Management and Safety: A Performance Perspective

Dec, 2010

Horizontal Curve Identification and Evaluation

Jul, 2009

Evaluation of Rumble Stripes on Low-Volume Rural Roads in Iowa

Jun, 2009

Bridge Deck Integrity Measurements for Asset Management

Jun, 2009

Construction Project Administration and Management for Mitigating Work Zone Accidents and Fatalities: An Integrated Risk Management Model

Jun, 2009

Evaluation Framework for the Creation and Analysis of Integrated Spatially-referenced Driver-Crash Databases

Apr, 2009

Spatial Scale of Clustering of Motor Vehicle Crash Types and Appropriate Countermeasures

Nov, 2008

Achieving Efficiency in Meeting Safety, Operations, Maintenance, and Air Quality Goals

Nov, 2008

Clear Zone – A Synthesis of Practice and an Evaluation of the Benefits of Meeting the 10 ft Clear Zone Goal on Urban Streets

Sep, 2008

PONTIS, Implementation and Operation: Iowa DOT and Counties, Phase III: Implementation and Operation

Aug, 2008

Implementation of HERS-ST in Iowa and Development /Refinement of a National Training Program

Jul, 2008

Remote Health Monitoring for Asset Management

Jul, 2008

Synthesis Study: Effectiveness of Safety Corridor Programs in Region 7 States

Mar, 2008

Assessing the Spatial and Temporal Differences in Midwestern Crashes Relative to National Data: Implications for Public Policy Decisions

Feb, 2008

A Decision Support System for Optimal Depot and Fleet Management

Feb, 2008

Bridge Vulnerability Assessment and Mitigation Against Explosions

Feb, 2008

Integration of Asset Management Systems with Load and Resistance Factor Design

Nov, 2007

Development of Fatigue Design Procedures for Slender, Tapered Support Structures for Highway Signs, Luminaries, and Traffic Signals Subjected to Wind-Induced Excitation from Vortex Shedding and Buffeting

Jun, 2007

An Investigation into the Development and Adoption of Technologies, Policies, and Methods for Improving Fleet Fuel Performance

Jun, 2007

Investigation of Methodologies Used by Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) Motor Carriers to Determine Fuel Surcharges

Jun, 2007

Managing Early Adoption of Biodiesel by Commercial Fleets

Jun, 2007

Optimization of Intermodal Logistics Operations in Disaster Planning

Mar, 2007

Secondary Accident Data Fusion for Assessing Long-Term Performance of Transportation Systems

Nov, 2006

An Integrated Systems Approach to the Development of Winter Maintenance / Management Systems

Sep, 2006

Planning, Developing and Implementing the Iowa Pavement Marking Management System (IPMMS)

Jan, 2006

Synthesis of Procedures to Forecast and Monitor Work Zone Safety and Mobility Impacts

Nov, 2005

Management Systems for Inland Waterway Traffic Control

Jun, 2005

Investigation of User Costs and Benefits of Winter Road Closures

May, 2005

A Web-Based Implementation of Winter Maintenance Decision Support System (WMDSS) Using GIS and Remote Sensing

Dec, 2004

Evaluation of Different Methods to Calculate Heavy-Truck VMT

Feb, 2004

Decision-Support System for Management of Slope Construction and Repair Activities: An Asset Management Building Block

Dec, 2003

GIS-Based Integrated Rural and Small Urban Transit Asset Management System

Dec, 2003

Roadway Alignments as Assets: Evaluating Alternatives for Valuing Major Highway Corridor Rights of Way

Oct, 2003

Application of Advanced Remote Sensing Technology to Asset Management

Oct, 2003

Guidelines for a Roadway Management System (RMS) for Local Governments

Jun, 2003

Research and Training of Private Transportation Providers for Efficient and Effective Provision of Transportation Services

Dec, 2002

Improving Efficiency of Transportation Projects Using Laser Scanning

Dec, 2002

Identification and Development of User Requirements to Support Robust Corridor Investment Models

Oct, 2002

Artificial Intelligence-Based Optimization of Management of Snow Removal

Jun, 2001

GPS to LRM: Integration of Spatial Point Features with Linear Referencing Methods

Jan, 1997

Planning for Parking

Jul, 1994

Safety Impact of the Increased 65 MPH Speed Limit on Iowa Rural Interstates

Alipour, Alice

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Structure and Infrastructure Engineer, BEC , Institute for Transportation

Associate Professor, Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering

Ceylan, Halil

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Director, PROSPER , Institute for Transportation

Professor, Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering

ISU Site Director, FAA PEGASAS COE on General Aviation

Dong-O'Brien, Jing

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Transportation Engineer, CTRE , Institute for Transportation

Associate Professor, Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering

Hallmark, Shauna

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Director, InTrans , Institute for Transportation

Professor, Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering

Director, Midwest Transportation Center

Hans, Zachary

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Director, CWIMS , Institute for Transportation

Director, Center for Weather Impacts on Mobility and Safety

Hawkins, Neal

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Associate Director, InTrans , Institute for Transportation

Assistant Teaching Professor, Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering

Co-Director, REACTOR

Phares, Brent

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Bridge Research Engineer , Institute for Transportation

Research Associate Professor, Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering

Shafei, Behrouz

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Structural Engineer, BEC , Institute for Transportation

Associate Professor, Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering

Shane, Jennifer

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Director, CMAT , Institute for Transportation

W. A. Klinger Teaching Professor, Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering

Associate Professor, Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering

Sharma, Anuj

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Research Scientist and Leader, REACTOR , Institute for Transportation

Co-Director, REACTOR Laboratory

Associate Professor, Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering

Smadi, Omar

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Director, CTRE , Institute for Transportation

Associate Professor, Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering

Williams, Chris

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Director, AMPP , Institute for Transportation

Gerald & Audrey Olson Professor, Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering

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