College of Engineering, Design & Computing Events

15 Dec | Rail Safety IDEA

Transportation Research Board/NAS

The Rail Safety IDEA Program is sponsored by the Federal Railroad Administration, and it provides funding for projects that promote innovative approaches to improve railroad safety or performance. Such proposals can apply to any type of railroad, including high-speed railroads, intercity passenger rail, or freight railroads. IDEA programs differ from traditional research programs in two ways: IDEA projects are initiated by researchers rather than by a request for proposals, and funding can support initial testing of unproven concepts. Type 2 projects require 25% cost share.