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Institute of Transportation Studies

Partnerships with Government and Industry

Partnerships with government and industry enhance the Institute's research, education, and outreach mission. They enable the Institute to investigate new transportation trends and technologies, and to launch new initiatives. Partners provide valuable funding, access to internships, and enhanced educational opportunities through visiting lecturers, workshops and special courses. Key programs are featured below in each of the four major partnership categories.

Corporate Affiliate Program

The ITS-Davis Corporate Affiliate Program supports a heightened level of interaction with the companies with which we have the deepest and broadest relationships.  These highly-valued partners provide unrestricted support which is central to our growth and success. Learn more about the Corporate Affiliate Program.

Research Consortia

ITS-Davis organizes research consortia to focus on specific areas and to form special relationships with partners. Under the consortium model, funds are leveraged, intellectual inputs are broadened, and consensus is forged through common understanding. Current consortia include:

Technology Evaluations and Demonstrations

ITS-Davis is uniquely qualified to provide independent and public assessments of new transportation technologies, and to demonstrate their promise to key groups.  This work draws on the Institute’s interdisciplinary nature, proximity to Sacramento and close ties with government agencies throughout the world, and current relationships with stakeholders from government, industry, academia and the environmental community. Examples include:

Directed Research with Industry and Government

Projects between one or a small group of partners and UC Davis faculty take place within the context of ITS-Davis’s mission. These partnerships often involve specific deliverables and are governed by campus guidelines for sponsored projects. Examples have included specific life cycle emissions modeling projects for industry and government, and policy investigations for the California Air Resources Board.

Recognition of Partners

ITS-Davis is pleased to express its appreciation to its many partners.

For further information on how industry and government can partner with the Institute, please contact ITS-Davis director of development Joe Krovoza at (530) 754-6006 or jfkrovoza@ucdavis.edu.