The official account for the UNC Highway Safety Research Center, a leading research institution helping to shape the field of transportation safety.
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UNC HSRC retweeted
Jun 10
Chapel Hill Transit held its annual Roadeo competition among its bus operators to see who could best navigate an obstacle course and showcase their driving skills with a quick time.
Check out our photo gallery from the event here:
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UNC HSRC retweeted
May 13
May is Bike Month throughout the community – and Orange County’s local governments have been holding several different events to celebrate and promote bicycling as a form of alternate transportation.
Listen to or read our story here 🚴:
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Communities around the country are getting ready for #BikeRolltoSchoolDay!
National #BikeRolltoSchoolDay is less than two weeks away -- our latest bulletin has planning tips, a link to register & info on building a new biking playlist: go.unc.edu/Tn2r9
ALT Graphic with a photo of a child on a bike, text says Join us on May 6, Bike & Roll to School Day.
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Through a project with the @NCCollaboratory, HSRC is examining the current NC Graduated Driver Licensing system to find opportunities to improve processes & reduce NCDMV visits w/o negatively impacting safety: go.unc.edu/a5K6A
ALT A view of a teen girl behind the wheel of a maroon car.
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Time to sign up for the 2026 #BikeRolltoSchoolDay!
All systems are go! Registration for the 15th annual #BikeRolltoSchoolDay is now open: walkbiketoschool.org/
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As we Americans live longer and healthier lives, changes to our bodies and minds can affect driving. With a few simple steps, you can stay safe on the road. Visit ncseniordriver.org/for-drive… to learn more. #ODSAW @NC_GHSP @NHTSAgov
ALT Older couple in a car, with a woman driving.
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Sign up today for this free webinar next Wednesday, Dec. 10, exploring the latest innovations for crash modification factors and adaptive signal technology: go.unc.edu/Kk4i5
Free webinar! From Theory to Practice: Exploring CMFs and Adaptive Signal Tech for Your Community, 12/10, 1-2:30PM. Register here: go.unc.edu/Kk4i5
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Talking about transitioning away from driving can be overwhelming and emotional, so making plans early can give us peace of mind when it’s time. Visit ncseniordriver.org/for-drive… to learn more.
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Friends & family play important roles in keeping older drivers safe on the road. This Older Driver Safety Awareness Week, access valuable info at ncseniordriver.org/for-careg… to help your loved ones remain safe & independent for as long as possible. #ODSAW @NC_GHSP @NHTSAgov
ALT Two people standing at a DMV counter, one of them is signing a form, with a person behind the counter smiling.
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Whether you’re visiting friends, going to the doctor, or running errands, driving isn't the only way to get there. The Find a Ride resource helps North Carolinians discover transportation options across the state. ncseniordriver.org/find-a-ri…
#ODSAW @NC_GHSP
ALT Image with two women on a shuttle looking out a window. Text says Get where you want to go, with a website and a logo for NCSeniorDriver.org.
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Plenty of time to register for this free 12/10 webinar covering updates to the Crash Modification Factors (CMF) Clearinghouse, research on estimating combined effect of multiple CMFs & Adaptive Signal Control Technology: go.unc.edu/Kk4i5
Free webinar! From Theory to Practice: Exploring CMFs and Adaptive Signal Tech for Your Community, 12/10, 1-2:30PM. Register here: go.unc.edu/Kk4i5
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Free webinar! From Theory to Practice: Exploring CMFs and Adaptive Signal Tech for Your Community, 12/10, 1-2:30PM. Register here: go.unc.edu/Kk4i5
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The deadline to apply has been extended to Tuesday, Nov. 4:
We are hiring a new Part-time Temp Engineering Research Asst to support transportation safety research through data analysis & applications of statistical methods. Application deadline is Monday, Oct. 27: hsrc.unc.edu/hiring/
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On 10/22, 5 @UNC research centers came together for the “Mapping our NC Impact” event to connect & explore new ways to improve the health/wellbeing of North Carolinians through our work #UNCResearchWeek #UNCResearchIsNC
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ALT People mingling in a room with large windows and large lights hanging down from the ceiling.
ALT A map of North Carolina with the counties outlined and text that says "Mapping our NC Impact." The map is on an easel in front of a window.
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Monday is the deadline to apply for this position! Please help share with anyone you know who might be qualified and interested:
We are hiring a new Part-time Temp Engineering Research Asst to support transportation safety research through data analysis & applications of statistical methods. Application deadline is Monday, Oct. 27: hsrc.unc.edu/hiring/
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We are hiring a new Part-time Temp Engineering Research Asst to support transportation safety research through data analysis & applications of statistical methods. Application deadline is Monday, Oct. 27: hsrc.unc.edu/hiring/
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Today is the day! Stop by 725 MLK in Chapel Hill at 3 pm to learn how 5 @UNC research centers are improving health and wellness across NC
#UNC #UNCResearchWeek #UNCResearchIsNC
In 2 days join researchers from 5 UNC research centers showcasing how interdisciplinary work in highway safety, health services, injury prevention & natural hazards/resilience makes a difference for NC communities #UNC #UNCResearchWeek #UNCResearchIsNC
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Huge congrats to Lucas Neuroth, @UNCpublichealth PhD student, who was selected for the H. Clay Gabler Scholar’s Program Award, presented at the recent @AAAMFeed conference. He received the honor for dissertation work on NJ’s graduated drivers licensing program.
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In 2 days join researchers from 5 UNC research centers showcasing how interdisciplinary work in highway safety, health services, injury prevention & natural hazards/resilience makes a difference for NC communities #UNC #UNCResearchWeek #UNCResearchIsNC
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