Citation

Lee J. IATSS Res. 2003; 27(1): 42-47.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2003, International Association of Traffic and Safety Sciences, Publisher Elsevier Publishing)

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Abstract

Universities are an integral part of society, and they have a role in society. In addition to educate the youngs, many universities also conduct research and service activities. In this paper, a brief description of a university-based research unit, University of Kansas Transportation Center (KUTC) is presented. Three KUTC research/service programs namely the LTAP, the RTAP and the PC-TRANS are discussed in detail. The activities involved in these programs are outlined. These research/service programs have been able to reach and impact a large group of professionals in the field. The programs have contributed significantly to the betterment of our transportation system and the transportation community.