About

Mission

Address the transportation research needs of ADOT and the State of Arizona, generating valuable information and recommendations to tackle transportation challenges

Vision

Partnership: Collaboration between UA, ASU, NAU, and ADOT (and more local agencies) to meet state and national transportation needs

Plan: Leverage research capabilities to drive innovation

Goals & Objectives

•Comprehensive Resource

•Streamlined Research Process

•Economic Growth

•Workforce Development

•Innovative Solutions

•Collaboration

The Arizona Transportation Institute (AZTI) was established in the summer of 2024 through a collaborative effort between the three state universities in Arizona—University of Arizona (UA), Arizona State University (ASU), and Northern Arizona University (NAU)—and the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT). This collaboration is formalized through a Letter of Understanding among three state universities and a Grant Agreement between UA and ADOT, creating a transportation research consortium dedicated to advancing transportation research and development within the state.

Program Advisory Committee (PAC)	Select the best research ideas for RAC consideration
Research Advisory Committee (RAC)	Approves which ideas to fund and proceed with
Technical Advisory Committee (TAC)	Assist in the review and approval of the research process and deliverables

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