Texas legislators and their staffs often reach out to researchers at TTI for a wide variety of needs. The 2011 Legislative Session was particularly active for staff of the Center for Transportation Safety, as lawmakers addressed numerous issues related to roadway safety. Research Scientist Melissa Walden and Associate Research Scientist Troy Walden met with staff members from the offices of State Sen. Steve Ogden and State Sen. Dan Patrick to … [Read more...] about CTS researchers serve as resource to Texas legislators and staff
joel cooper
Center expands expertise in two key areas
Distracted driving A specialist in distracted driving issues has joined the CTS staff, supporting a broader effort to build knowledge in a rapidly growing area of national interest and concern. Joel Cooper earned his Ph.D. in cognitive psychology from the University of Utah, where he studied with Dr. David Strayer, one of the world’s foremost experts in the area. While a student, he led projects investigating the impact of cell phone use on … [Read more...] about Center expands expertise in two key areas