We do Transportation Research
The Nebraska Transportation Center (NTC) integrates transportation research, education, and technology transfer programs across the four NU campuses, making it one of the largest university transportation centers in the region. The Mid-America Transportation Center and Midwest Roadside Safety Facility operate under NTC.
Midwest Roadside Safety Facility Mid-America Transportation Center Nebraska Clean Cities and Communities Coalition
Help Shape the Future of Work Zone Safety
Proactive Technology Training & Evaluation Workshop
Work zones are some of the most safety-critical places on our roads, especially for Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) drivers and highway construction workers. We are developing proactive warning technologies to alert drivers sooner, improve decision-making, and reduce crashes. Your participation will help ensure these tools work in real-world conditions.
Date: September 12, 2025
Time: 9:00am - 12:00pm Central Time
Location: Prem Paul Whittier Research Center, 2200 Vine Street, Lincoln, NE 68583
Room 152
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Bicycles & Pedestrians
Safely and comfortably integrating pedestrians and cyclists.
Highways
Addressing the challenges of today's highways.
Pavements
Extend the life of existing pavements and optimize the surface.
Work Zones
Eliminating injuries and fatalities at work zones.
Economics
Reliable, efficient transportation ensures the vitality of the economy.
Intelligent Transportation Systems
One of the most dynamic and fast-growing areas.
Railroad
A key mover of freight across Nebraska, the Midwest, and North America.
Environment
Sustainability and environmental consciousness.
Logistics
Optimizing the flow of goods across the nation.
Roundabouts
Safer for both drivers and pedestrians than traditional intersections.
Freight
Safe and efficient movement of freight across the nation.
Multimodal Transportation
Utilizing multiple different modes of transportation.
Structures
Design, build, and maintain integral transportation structures.