What happened: The U.S. Department of Transportation Feb. 21 awarded 34 grants worth $435 million to 15 university transportation centers (UTCs).

Why it matters: The UTC program helps universities advance research and technology that improves the safety, mobility and environmental impact of transportation infrastructure.

The national center awardees and their area of interest include:

  • Carnegie Mellon University—Promoting safety
  • Clemson University—Reducing risk of cyber attacks
  • Prairie View A&M University—Enhancing and extending durability of transportation infrastructure
  • University of California, Davis—Preserving the environment
  • University of Texas Austin—Improving mobility of people and goods

Here’s the complete list.

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