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Part of the U.S. Department of Transportation's Research and Innovative Technology Administration, Volpe, The National Transportation Systems Center, is a critical resource for innovation in transportation. Our mission is to improve the nation's transportation system by anticipating emerging transportation issues and to serve as a center of excellence for informed decision making.
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- Gomez Shares Perspectives on Transportation Innovation in California and Workforce Strategies
- Trains Magazine Features Volpe's Crashworthiness Expert
- Expert Panel Explores Implications of Human-Machine Interactions
- Straight from the Source with George N. Naccara
- Volpe Engages Eisenhower Fellows on Global Transportation Issues
- Zipcar Founder Discusses Her Vision of a Collaborative Economy
- Collaboration Essential for Health of Transportation Infrastructure
- New Publication Showcases Volpe's Capabilities
- DOT Safety Council Transforms Departmental Culture
- U.S. DOT SBIR Program Releases Call for Research Proposals
- Federal Lab Consortium Convenes at Volpe
- Human Factors Expert Discusses Ways to Improve and Measure Safety Culture
Volpe brings together thought leaders and experts from across the transportation enterprise, hosting ongoing speaker series that are open to the public. Join us in person or via webinar for our next event:
May 22: "Risk-Based Security and Enhanced Behavior Detection Analysis," George Naccara, Federal Security Director, Department of Homeland Security


