The U-M CEE Scholars Lead the Way at the 25th International Symposium on Transportation and Traffic Theory

Last week, faculty and students from U-M CEE made significant contributions to the 25th International Symposium on Transportation and Traffic Theory (ISTTT25), held from July 15-17, 2024, in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The event, co-chaired by CEE Professors Yafeng Yin and Henry Liu, and Prof. Michael Zhang from University of California, Davis, attracted 180 attendees and highlighted the latest advancements and impactful achievements in transportation and traffic theory.

Established in 1959 in Warren, Michigan, the ISTTT has a remarkable history of fostering innovation in transportation research. The 25th iteration of the symposium celebrated this legacy and underscored Michigan’s pioneering role in the field. Scholars and researchers from around the world gathered to share their latest findings and exchange information at this highly anticipated event.

The symposium accepted 271 extended abstracts, invited 100 full-paper submissions, and selected 60 exceptional papers for presentation. These papers will be published in special issues of renowned journals, including Transportation Research Part B, Part C, and Transportation Science.

Special thanks were extended to the Organizing Committee, including Tian Mi, Zhengtian Xu, Xingming Wang, Sina Bahrami, and Calvin Tuttle, for their dedicated efforts in making the event a success. CEE Professors Neda Masoud, Max Li, Dr. Manzi Li, a postdoctoral researcher, and Jisoon Lim, a PhD student presented their work at the conference.

U-M continues to be at the forefront of transportation research, building on its rich legacy while still driving forward innovations for the future. The significant contributions from U-M CEE at ISTTT25 build on the department’s commitment to solving emerging transportation challenges through collaborative and progressive research.

We extend our deepest gratitude to everyone who contributed to and attended ISTTT25, marking a defining moment in the history of transportation and traffic theory at the University of Michigan.