THE KANSAS UNIVERSITY TRANSPORTATION CENTER (KUTC)

• Main Author: Joe LEE, Ph.D.
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: Elsevier 2003-01-01
• Series: IATSS Research
• Subjects: Technology transfer; Professional training; University research unit; Universities societal roles; University service activities
• Online Access: http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0386111214600571

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.