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Class of 2023: Mohannad Elhamod and Alli Rossi-Alvarez named Graduate Students of the Year , articleThe award recognizes students for their character, service, outstanding contributions, and academic achievements.
Date: May 05, 2023 -
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Virginia Tech experts available to discuss headlines in the news , articleThe Virginia Tech media relations office has the following experts available for interviews this week surrounding issues in the news. To schedule an interview, please contact mediarelations@vt.edu.
Date: Apr 17, 2023 -
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Distracted driving on the rise, but rather than the problem, expert says technology could be the solution , articleIn the digital age, an increased desire for constant online connection has created safety hazards for drivers on the road. It’s especially top of mind during the month of April, which is Distracted Driver Awareness Month, but Virginia Tech Transportation Institute researcher, Charlie Klauer says that technology can also be part of the solution.
Date: Apr 13, 2023 -
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Researchers remove uncertainty in roadway lighting , articleGroundbreaking research conducted at the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute found that blue light from LED road lighting does not have any significant impact on road user salivary melatonin levels.
Date: Apr 06, 2023 -
Video ItemVTTI highlights safer roadway presence for Virginia State Police vehicles , video
The Virginia Tech Transportation Institute held an event to showcase its research and implementation of new red and blue lights in Virginia State Police vehicles. The lights are designed to enhance awareness of trooper vehicles on and off the roadways, as well as provide better overall safety.
Date: Mar 21, 2023 -
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Virginia Tech Transportation Institute sheds new light on Virginia State Police vehicles , articleThe institute’s research shows that motorists passing a stopped police vehicle pay more attention when the vehicle has more emergency lights and uses red lights in its light bar.
Date: Mar 20, 2023 -
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Media Advisory: Virginia Tech Transportation Institute research enhances emergency lights for Virginia State Police vehicles to improve safety , articleMembers of the media are invited to learn about and see first-hand how Virginia Tech research influenced emergency light changes in Virginia State Police’s (VSP) new fleet of vehicles statewide. Media will also hear from VSP personnel about how this will help to keep troopers and drivers safe on the road.
Date: Mar 17, 2023 -
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Researching ways to increase driver attention , articleResearchers from the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute in collaboration with Google’s Android Auto team have found that mechanisms that encourage drivers to take long glances back at the road during extended interaction with a touchscreen infotainment system may be a key aspect of mitigating driver distraction.
Date: Mar 16, 2023 -
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Virginia Tech experts available to discuss headlines in the news , articleThe Virginia Tech media relations office has the following experts available for interviews this week surrounding issues in the news. To schedule an interview, please contact mediarelations@vt.edu.
Date: Mar 13, 2023 -
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Daylight saving time change can create driver fatigue and hazards on the road, says expert , articleAs most Americans get ready to push their clocks forward for daylight saving time, it’s also a time for commuters that can translate to more driver fatigue and hazards on the road, says Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI) expert Matt Camden.
Date: Mar 10, 2023 -
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Moving the internet beyond its boundaries , articleThis year marks the 25th anniversary of the university's first implementation of the IPv6 protocol on its networks.
Date: Feb 23, 2023 -
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Hesham Rakha named fellow of the American Society of Civil Engineers , articleRakha’s research focuses on large-scale transportation system optimization, modeling, and assessment.
Date: Feb 21, 2023 -
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Tom Dingus earns federal award for excellence in safety engineering , articleThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration award honors researchers who have made exceptional contributions to engineering and public service.
Date: Feb 16, 2023 -
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Simulating self-driving security , articleCommonwealth Cyber Initiative researchers are developing and commercializing a virtual library of real-world driving incidents to simulate and test automated driving technology.
Date: Jan 17, 2023 -
Video ItemGood Morning America visits Virginia Tech Transportation Institute , video
ABC network's popular morning newscast stopped by the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute for a segment on traveling around large vehicles during the holiday season.
Date: Jan 03, 2023 -
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Expanded technology used in Smart Work Zone system improves safety for roadside workers , articleThe Virginia Tech Transportation Institute’s system's capabilities have expanded to meet the safety needs of an Albemarle County work zone deployed at the roundabout intersection of Route 151 and Route 250 in November.
Date: Jan 03, 2023 -
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'Good Morning America' films segment with Virginia Tech Transportation Institute , articleDuring the filmed segment, reporter Stephanie Ramos climbed into the driver's seat to report on what she could and couldn’t see from the perspective of a truck driver.
Date: Jan 02, 2023 -
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Kevin Kefauver appointed Virginia Tech Transportation Institute's division director of data and analytics , articleKefauver brings an extensive background in mechanical engineering and controls with him to combine his expertise with that of the institute.
Date: Jan 02, 2023 -
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Virginia Tech to exhibit at the Consumer Electronics Show , articleThe Virginia Tech Transportation Institute with the Virginia Tech Innovation and Partnerships team will exhibit at the the world’s biggest tech showcase Jan. 4-8 in Las Vegas and host a pre-show networking event, all showcasing how the institute is advancing transportation.
Date: Dec 13, 2022
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