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A new resource coalesces insights from in-depth technology transfer publications and provides a high-level game plan for agencies looking to proactively tackle tech transfer, ensuring that research makes a real difference in the real world.
In March, more than two dozen noise, emissions, and aviation experts convened at Volpe for an in-depth training on FAA's Aviation Environmental Design Tool.
Through the Cambridge School Volunteers NetPals program, Volpe staff help introduce seventh-grade students to careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM).
The U.S. DOT Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program recently selected three businesses to receive a total of $450,000 to move forward with their research.
Through its Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Professional Capacity Building Program, U.S. DOT increases ITS and connected vehicle knowledge and skills for transportation professionals. Volpe staff support the program’s efforts to expand outreach to new audiences, helping broaden the ITS...
Senior U.S. DOT leaders recently selected the winner of Volpe’s fourth Innovation Challenge, which encourages multidisciplinary staff teams at Volpe to develop and pitch creative ideas to improve some aspect of the transportation enterprise. The winning team receives seed funding to further...
A new report details the concept for a system that would help transportation practitioners navigate the tangle of resources on climate change resiliency.
A recent report by Volpe experts identifies emerging technologies and innovative applications that may have significant impacts on our transportation systems within three to five years.
Volpe staff were among the 5,000 presentations and nearly 800 sessions and workshops covering all transportation modes at the Transportation Research Board’s 95th Annual Meeting recently held in Washington, D.C.
One of the ways the U.S. Department of Transportation serves the American public is by working with small businesses to find new ways to improve our nation’s roadways. In 2009, the Small Business Innovation Research program solicited research on a topic sponsored by the Federal...