Transportation Research Board (TRB)
TRB, a unit of the National Academy of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine (NASEM), is a non-profit organization providing innovative, research-based solutions to improve transportation. TRB manages research, produces publications, and provides policy advice. TRB offers free resources and benefits to all NCDOT employees, including access to publications, complimentary admission to the Annual Meeting, and Professional Development Hours (PDH) opportunities.
National Cooperative Research Programs (CRP)
Cooperative Research Programs (CRPs) are managed by TRB and funded by State Transportation Agencies (STAs). The
National Cooperative Highway Research Program (NCHRP), followed by
Airports and
Transit cooperative programs, is the largest CPR overseen by the AASHTO Special Committee. CRPs rely on transportation agencies to submit problem statements and volunteers to oversee research projects. Active participation by NCDOT employees ensures a strong voice in the process.
Behavioral Traffic Safety Cooperative Research Program (BTSCRP)
The
Behavioral Traffic Safety Cooperative Research Program (BTSCRP) is a forum for coordinated and collaborative research to address issues integral to the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA), the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), and traffic safety professionals at all levels of government and the private sector. BTSCRP provides practical, ready-to-implement solutions to save lives, prevent injuries, and reduce costs of road traffic crashes associated with unsafe behaviors. BTSCRP is a partnership between GHSA, NHTSA, and the Transportation Research Board (TRB).
Transportation Pooled Fund Program (TPF)
The Transportation Pooled Fund (TPF) program is used when significant or widespread interest is shown for solving transportation problems related to research, planning, and technology transfer activities. Pooled Fund project involves multiple funding partners and is managed by a "Lead Agency". Any federal, state, regional, or local transportation agency may initiate pooled fund studies. More information on TPF projects can be found on the
Transportation Pooled Fund (TPF) website. Please submit the request form found to the top right to request NCDOT participation.
