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The Thomas D. Larson Pennsylvania Transportation Institute is Penn State’s transportation research center. Since its founding in 1968, the Larson Institute has maintained a threefold mission of research, education, and service. The Institute brings together top faculty, world-class facilities and enterprising students from across the University in partnership with public and private stakeholders to address critical transportation-related problems.
- Transportation Infrastructure Program (TIP)
- Transportation Operations Program (TOP)
- Vehicle Systems and Safety Program (VS&S)
- Bus Research and Testing Center (BRTC)
- Center for Dirt and Gravel Road Studies (CDGRS)
- Mid-Atlantic Universities Transportation Center (MAUTC)
- Northeast Center of Excellence for Pavement Technology (NECEPT)
Latest News
21st Century Automotive Challege set for May 17-20
The Larson Institute’s Hybrid and Hydrogen Vehicle...
Bloser addresses national audience via TRB Webinar
Steve Bloser, director of the Larson Institute's Center for Dirt and Gravel Road Studies, addressed a nationwide audience as panelist for a Transportation Research Board webinar on April 4, titled “Erosion and Sediment Control for Native and Aggregate Surfaced Roads.” The webinar’s intent was to...
Shaping Our Future
Larson anti-terrorism research improving safety worldwide
The Larson Institute's Crash Safety Research Team is conducting an extended series of crash tests for the U.S. Department of State, such as this one, involving a bus stop shelter designed by the Larson...
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Upcoming Events
May 17-20, 21st Century Automotive Challenge
This competition includes a public display event on Saturday, May 19 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the MorningStar...
June 19-22, International Friction Workshop
The Thomas D. Larson Pennsylvania Transportation Institute at Penn State will host the 19th annual International...
June 29, Transportation Alumni & Friends Golf Outing
On June 29, the Larson Institute will host the second Alumni & Friends Golf Outing at the Toftrees...