We are in a transformative era in transportation. Rapid and interconnected changes are occurring with respect to technology and automation, demographics and societal needs, health and the environment, workforces and workplaces, and economic and funding challenges. All of this impacts the transportation sector. Transportation is no longer just about how people or things move from one place to another, it is also about connecting people to family, friends, and community.
The Research Strategic Plan serves as an enterprise-wide blueprint for research that supports our agency mission, informs decisions, and positions us to adapt to evolving needs This plan establishes a research vision, mission, guiding principle, and six strategic goals to guide our research through 2027.