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
E-bike Incentives Programs Study
John MacArthur
The University of Washington and Portland State University will partner to research how e-bike incentive programs change travel choices and their related greenhouse gas emissions using funding from City of Portland PCEF (Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund), WSDOT, and PacTrans.
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NCHRP 15-74 Safety Evaluation of On-Street Bicycle Facility Design Features
Christopher Monsere
Sirisha Kothuri
https://apps.trb.org/cmsfeed/TRBNetProjectDisplay.asp?ProjectID=4763
BACKGROUND
While non-separated on-street bicycle facilities have been used in the United States for many years, separated on-street bicycle facilities are becoming increasingly popular. Many state and local departments of transportation (DOTs) have recently installed such facilities to address safety concerns and promote bicycling. Numerous other DOTs are exploring the potential for additional facilities to improve an...
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