About Us
The Institute of Transportation Studies at UC Davis (ITS-Davis) is a multi-faceted, internationally recognized program with more than 60 affiliated faculty and researchers, 80 graduate students, and a $6 million annual budget. Its primary program components are research, education and outreach.
The Institute is the only research program in the UC system that hosts a matching graduate education program, and as such recognizes the value of interdisciplinary research and education.
By partnering with industry, government, and non-governmental organizations, ITS-Davis has successfully contributed to and advanced public discourse on key transportation issues, while also creating a diverse funding base. The Institute prides itself on focusing on issues important to society.
Our Mission
To serve the needs of society by organizing and conducting multidisciplinary research on emerging and important transportation issues, disseminating this research through conferences and scholarly publications, and enhancing the quality and breadth of transportation education.