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Introduction to the AASHTO Research Advisory Committee (RAC)

This document serves as an introduction to the AASHTO Research Advisory Committee (RAC), established in 1987, which provides guidance and research leadership to member departments. It outlines the mission of promoting research quality and excellence for better state transportation systems. Key responsibilities include demonstrating the value of research, facilitating new technologies, and conducting peer exchanges. The document details the membership structure, leadership roles, and support systems such as the mentoring program for new members, aimed at fostering collaboration and enhancing research administration.

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Introduction to the AASHTO Research Advisory Committee (RAC)

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  1. “RAC 101” An Introduction to the AASHTO Research Advisory Committee 26 July 2010

  2. CURRICULUM Intro – Skip SCOR/RAC web site; new member handbook; resources – Amy Peer Exchanges – Barnie Coop Research Programs – Chris Seven Keys – Gary TRB State Reps – Moy Mentoring Program – Skip Q&A - all

  3. Background: • Established 1987 • Advisors to SCOR • Research Directors from each AASHTO member department • Appointed by member DOT CEO • Predominately highway-oriented AASHTO Vision: The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials will be the voice for transportation and a catalyst for institutional and technical excellence.

  4. RAC Mission “To promote quality and excellence in research and in the application of research findings to improve state transportation systems.”

  5. RAC Responsibilities: • Demonstrate the value of research • Facilitate deployment of new technologies • Collect and disseminate information on current and completed research • Conduct peer exchanges on best practices for research management • Assist SCOR developing annual NCHRP

  6. AASHTO Regions

  7. Officers: • Chair and Vice Chair appointed by AASHTO President • SCOR and RAC Secretary: Director of the TRB Cooperative Research Programs • Leadership Team: • RAC Chair • RAC Vice Chair • Four Regional RAC Chairs • RAC Secretary

  8. Task Forces • Administration • Coordination & Collaboration • Value of Research • Program Management • Funding • Transportation Knowledge Networks • Peer Exchange (dissolved)

  9. Policies And Procedures: • Operating Guidelines • Each Regional RAC has its own objectives, policies and procedures, or by-laws. • Meetings: • January during TRB • National Summer meeting

  10. Role of Parent body: SCOR • “AASHTO’s driving force for transportation research and innovation” • Keep informed on transportation research • Solicit, evaluate, select NCHRP problem statements • Encourage effective use of research funding, and recommend appropriate funding levels • Serve as forum and advocate • Review, monitor, and foster coordination

  11. SCOR Membership: • Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson appointed by the AASHTO President. • Secretary: Director of TRB Research Progs. • 2 Senior Administrators from each AASHTO region • 2 Research Directors from each AASHTO region • Affiliate & ex-officio members

  12. MENTORING PROGRAM • RAC Secretary sends welcoming letter • Regional chair talks to new member and assigns mentor • Mentor/new member talk on monthly basis covering various aspects of RAC and research program administration • Mentor assists new member in preparation for the annual summer meeting; participate together in RAC 101 • Mentor/new member provide feedback

  13. Questions and Discussion

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