UPRM students present research to L3 Harris Technologies
On October 20, 2022, undergraduate student researchers at the University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez (UPRM) involved in the carpool-based parking assignment NICR policy project had the opportunity to present their research activities to representatives from L3 Harris Technologies. This presentation provided an excellent platform for the students to showcase their findings and share their…
University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez at TRB 2023
The University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez (UPRM) presented three papers at the 2023 Transportation Research Board meeting in January. TRBAM-23-03246 Poster Session: Freeway Operation 2023 Paper: Protocol to Integrate the Use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems for Freeway Traffic Monitoring Authors: Luz Gabriela Rivera Pérez, Dr. Ivette Cruzado, Dr. Alberto Figueroa-Medina, Dr. David González-Barreto, Bryan Ruiz-Hernández, and Dr. Didier Valdés;…
Self-driving shuttle pilots attract passengers while also raising concerns among drivers
Keke Long presenting (University of Wisconsin) presenting at TRB 2023 The Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA) launched a pilot program for self-driving shuttles in Dunedin, Florida, from April 28, 2022, to June 12, 2022. The shuttles were electric and fare-free and the first autonomous vehicle fleet launched by a transit agency in the state…
UPRM meets with high school students to discuss STEM
In December 2022, the University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez (UPRM) participated in outreach projects for both high school and UPRM students, which have generated significant interest among students. This event exposed high school students to university-level coursework and research opportunities while providing college students with opportunities to serve as mentors and role models. The…
TB-CAT completes its second year
The Tampa Bay Citizens’ Academy on Transportation (TB-CAT) wrapped up its second year at the beginning of December 2022. The students completed eight weeks of learning and presentations. TB-CAT would like to thank Brandie Miklus with the City of Tampa for being an instrumental part of the TB-CAT program! Happy holidays from TB-CAT!