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Partnering Opportunities with the ADOT Research Center
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Partnering Opportunities with the. ADOT Research Center. The ADOT Research Center – A section within the Multimodal Planning Division (MPD). The Research Center is in the ADOT Administration Building at 206 S. 17 th Avenue in Phoenix. We’re on the 1 st floor, at - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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Partnering Opportunities with the
ADOT Research Center
The ADOT Research Center –A section within the Multimodal Planning Division (MPD).
The Research Center is in the ADOT Administration Building at 206 S. 17th Avenue in Phoenix.
We’re on the 1st floor, at the site of the former Roadrunner Café.
Find us on the web at www.azdot.gov/research.
A Place to Meet…Read…ThinkInformation CommonsStop by to peruse our periodical collection or take a break between meetings.
A Place to Meet…Read…Think
Courtyard suitable for casual breaks and outdoor meetings.
Research Center staffAlways ready to serve you!
What WE DO
Evaluate products for construction use
Operate the ADOT Library
Manage research projects
What WE DO
Product EvaluationThe Product Evaluation Program manages the review of construction products and develops ADOT’s approved products list (APL).
Find the APL and more at www.azdot.gov/apl.
Stephanie HuangProduct Evaluation Program Manager
What WE DO
ResearchGot a problem? See a need?Really want to know?Talk to us.
The Research Center helps transportation professionals solve problems through projects designed to meet their needs. Our focus is on implementation.
We conduct research that addresses real-world problems and delivers information you can use, right here in Arizona.
What WE DO
Research Focus Areas• Planning and environmental stewardship• Safety and efficiency in operations• Preservation and renewal of infrastructure• Service and mobility choices Traffic and safety Intelligent transportation systems Planning and administration Structures Materials and constructionMaintenance Environment
What WE DO
Research: Innovation you can use • Land Use and Traffic Congestion– What types of land uses are associated with lower
congestion?
What WE DO
Research: Innovation you can use • Evaluation of Salvage and Replanted
Native Plants on ADOT Projects– What are the best techniques for replanting saguaros to help ensure their survival?
What WE DO
Research: Innovation you can use • Data Needs for Tree Removal Crash-
Modification Factors on Arizona Highways– What would be the expected change in the
number of crashes as a result of tree removal?
What WE DO
Research FAQs• Who can suggest an idea for research?– ANYONE, including cities, towns, counties, tribes.
• When can ideas be suggested?– ANY TIME.
• How can I suggest an idea for a research study?– CONTACT A PROJECT MANAGER.
• Is funding available?– YES, on a selective basis. No match required.
What WE DO
Research: We do the heavy lifting• ADOT PM works with stakeholders to define
objectives of the potential study to meet stakeholder needs
• ADOT Research Advisory Committee considers and approves topics for funding
• Consultants selected from ADOT on-call contract• ADOT PM and stakeholders guide research process• Local agency leads implementation
What WE DO
Library
Library is open 8 – 4 to ADOT staff and guests.
Thousands of reports, books, journals, and CDs are available for check-out or reference.
What WE DO
Library
Librarian Dale Steele can help you find information.
Your success is our success.
We invite you to partner with us to address the problems you face in rural Arizona.
Contact us
ADOT Research CenterADOT Administration Building206 S. 17th Avenue, Room 198Phoenix, AZ 85007602-712-4052www.azdot.gov/research
