Institute for Transportation at Iowa State University Employee Directory
Research ServicesIowa, United States11-50 Employees
The Institute for Transportation at Iowa State University (InTrans) conducts transportation-focused research and service activities, spanning traffic safety, big data, preservation, and education. Based in Ames, Iowa, the organization operates as a dedicated research service hub, connecting local, regional, and national transportation challenges with applied study and technology transfer efforts. Its work supports a broad set of stakeholders, including state and national transportation entities, by advancing practical solutions through an extensive portfolio of research projects and education initiatives. InTrans administers multiple centers and programs that together address diverse transportation needs and emphasize knowledge transfer to practice. With origins dating back to 1983 as a technical assistance program for rural Iowa transportation agencies, the institute now functions as a substantial research and academic entity linked to Iowa State University, collaborating with state agencies such as the Iowa Department of Transportation and other sponsors to advance transportation research and education in the region.