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Research Radar webinar series

Join us every third Thursday of the month, 10 a.m. CST

Just like radar scans the horizon to detect what’s ahead, this monthly webinar series explores the latest findings in transportation research. Each month, the Minnesota Department of Transportation and the Minnesota Local Road Research Board will highlight three research projects, focused on a common theme. Webinars are free, all are welcome, registration is required. Let’s hit the road to discovery!

goMarti autonomous shuttle

January 23, 2025: Exploring autonomous vehicle innovations

  • Grand Rapids goMARTI self-driving shuttle pilot program
  • Influence of autonomous and partially autonomous vehicles on Minnesota roads
  • Assessment of pedestrian safety and driver behavior near automated vehicles

photo of fence made of narrow solar panels

February 20, 2025: Sustainable transportation solutions

  • Harnessing solar energy through solar snow fences
  • Impacts of shared mobility on infrastructure usage, greenhouse gas emissions, and accessibility
  • Investigating real storms and the impact of potential climate change adaptations

art under a freeway overpass

March 20, 2025: Supporting vibrant communities through art and livability

  • Utilizing arts and culture to mitigate the negative impacts of transportation infrastructure on communities
  • Arts + culture for construction mitigation: Hwy. 250 in Lanesboro, MN
  • TRS: Measuring the livability framework

Past webinars