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Research & Innovation

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In a rapidly changing world, research and innovation enable MnDOT to continuously improve how it designs and delivers infrastructure, how it operates the system, and how it responds to problems and issues as they arise. This work helps MnDOT understand what Minnesotans need and expect from their transportation system and the effects of this system on the economy and the environment.

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Research awards announced

January 3, 2025 – Funding awards for the 2025 annual academic research solicitation are now available. We thank all those who participated in the proposal process.

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