UTSA, UT Health San Antonio to merge by 2025
Combined institution would become the third-largest research university in Texas, with annual research expenditures nearing $470 million
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Bus rapid transit can improve road safety, study shows
Infrastructure alone — even before buses began operating — led to substantial reductions in vehicle speeds, particularly excessive speeding, report finds
USDOT outlines plan to incorporate V2X technology on nation’s roads
Plan lays out how agency will assist in activities such as resolving regulatory uncertainty, providing technical assistance, resources and seed funding
Chesapeake Bay passenger ferry service feasible, study shows
Six initial proposed routes could run using a combination of 49-passenger and 149-passenger ferries, according to the report
Nebraska creates hub to help local entities win grant awards
Hub formed to take advantage of growing opportunities made available with the creation of the Bipartisan Infrastructure law in 2021, state Transportation Department says
Road improvements, walkability among public’s top transportation priorities
Safety, environmental sustainability, electric vehicle infrastructure among other concerns, Pennsylvania survey shows
Cost, safety concerns slow progress of autonomous sea vessels, officials say
Vessels could potentially be safer and more efficient, but potential potential hazards include cybersecurity, physical safety and the environment
All major West Coast ports now part of DOT program to strengthen supply chains
Ports of Oakland, Seattle and Tacoma join public-private partnership that provides members accurate estimates of congestion at ports and inland networks
Los Angeles could see air taxi network in time for 2028 Olympics
Electric vehicle takeoff and landing manufacturer says network will alleviate traffic congestion throughout city
Study sheds light on best use for hydrogen as fuel source
Although producing green hydrogen has significant inefficiencies, it should be used strategically for ground, air, marine transportation, researchers say
