TREC research addresses complex transportation problems by drawing on multiple disciplines, including engineering, planning, economics and design, from across the Portland State University campus. Use the search box at right to search for a specific project.
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Research Highlights
Understanding Human-centered AI through Data Integration and Analytics
David Yang
Human Centered Artificial Intelligence (HCAI) is an approach to developing and implementing Artificial Intelligence technology applications that focuses on the needs of individuals and communities who utilize these applications. This project intends to develop course modules and tools for students to understand human-centered AI methods and data requirements, conduct specific mobility analysis using AI-empowered technologies, and build multimodal technology solutions to improve mobility. The ...
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Portland SMART Grant: Zero Emission Delivery Zones
John MacArthur
Nathan McNeil
In Spring 2023, the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) was awarded a Stage-1 grant under the Strengthening Mobility and Revolutionizing Transportation (SMART) Grants Program by the US DOT, titled “Decarbonizing Goods Movement: A Technology-Enabled Zero Emission Delivery Zone.”
The City of Portland will launch a 25-acre Zero Emission Delivery Zone (ZEDZ) in central downtown to implement a regulated zero-emission zone. Funding for this Stage One SMART grant will allow PBOT to trial cha...
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