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Finding transportation solutions
In a rapidly changing world, research and innovation enable MnDOT to continuously improve how it designs and delivers infrastructure, how it operates the system, and how it responds to problems and issues as they arise. This work helps MnDOT understand what Minnesotans need and expect from their transportation system and the effects of this system on the economy and the environment.
Check out our 2023 Annual Report (PDF) to see how we're making a difference.
Research updates
MnDOT, LRRB accepting proposals
July 31, 2024 – Proposals for the 2024 Academic Research Solicitation are due Sept. 10.
Recording available: Telecommuting during COVID-19 webinar
July 21, 2022 - A recording of the "Telecommuting During COVID-19" webinar is now available on YouTube.
Recording available: Extreme flood Vulnerability Assessment Tool webinar
March 24, 2022 - A recording of the "Extreme Flood Vulnerability Assessment Tool" webinar is now available on YouTube.
Recording available: Human centered design webinar
June 7, 2021 - A recording of the Office of Research & Innovation's "Human Centered Design" webinar is now available on YouTube.
Recording available: Winter Research Lightning Talks webinar
March 1, 2021 - A recording of the Office of Research & Innovation and Office of Maintenance's "Winter Research Lightning Talks" is now available on YouTube.
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