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Bureau of Research and Development Round Robin Tour

Bureau of Research and Development Round Robin Tour “Biennial Visits to Research Universities/Partners”. 2012 Annual Meeting of AASHTO RAC/TRB State Representatives Burlington, Vermont Jeffrey W. Brown Alabama Department of Transportation . Main Objective of Round Robin Tour

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Bureau of Research and Development Round Robin Tour

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  1. Bureau of Research and DevelopmentRound Robin Tour “Biennial Visits to Research Universities/Partners” 2012 Annual Meeting of AASHTO RAC/TRB State Representatives Burlington, Vermont Jeffrey W. Brown Alabama Department of Transportation

  2. Main Objective of Round Robin Tour Provide an Overview of ALDOT’s Research Program to Research Universities/Partners Every Two Years • Provide an Orientation/Discussion Session on the Following Topics: • Research proposal format and requirements • ALDOT’s research funding source information • Research proposal approval/disapproval process from beginning to end • ALDOT’s General Agreement with universities/partners • Discuss ALDOT’s organizational structure

  3. Discuss Research Program Peer Exchange Results • Accomplishments of research program and universities/partners • Opportunities for research program improvements

  4. Discussion of ALDOT’s Research Needs • Challenging areas for ALDOT • Specifications/Policies changes • History of past performed research • Possible future RFP submissions

  5. Researchers’ Area of Expertise • Allow researchers to discuss their expertise and past performed research • Provide researchers with a POC within ALDOT who work within their Area • Discuss a tentative time for researchers to visit ALDOT and meet with the POC

  6. Results • Research proposals are in line with ALDOT ‘s research needs • Research proposals submitted in a timely manner for review • Improved relationship between ALDOT and research universities/partners • Universities/Partners feel there is fair competition for ALDOT’s research • ALDOT become familiar with universities/partners research capabilities, equipment and facilities • Promote collaboration between universities/partners

  7. The EndQuestions?

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