The Rutgers Micromobility 2.0 workshop, funded by the National Science Foundation in partnership with the Federal Highway Administration, provided tantalizing glimpses of a better future that seamlessly incorporates micromobility alongside pedestrians, cars, and transit.
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Research: Powering Bikeshare in New York City
In this study, we investigate the difference between shared electric bicycles (e-bikes) and conventional shared bikes operated by Citi Bike in New York City.
New Research – Gender split and safety behavior of cyclists and e-scooter users in Asbury Park, NJ
In this study, researchers Hannah Younes, Robert B. Noland, and Clinton J. Andrews used traffic camera footage to observe the behavior of over 700 shared e-scooters and privately owned bicycles in Asbury Park, New Jersey. The authors discuss policy implications with regard to safety and gender differences between the two modes of transit.
Von Hagen, Meehan, and Younes’ Micromobility Pop-up Bike Lane mentioned in Smart Cities Dive
Voorhees Transportation Center staff Leigh Ann Von Hagen, Sean Meehan, and Hannah Younes led a Spring 2022 studio to encourage micromobility use in Asbury Park, NJ by improving user safety and comfort. Smart Cities Dive featured the pop-up bike lane project, its...
Research: Does weather affect micromobility?
When deciding whether to use a shared dockless e-bike, docked bikeshare, or shared e-scooter, weather is often a factor in user decision making.
Faculty Profile: Will Payne
Dr. Payne sought to combine data and digital mapping to examine the downstream effects of upscale consumption space on urban life and housing markets.
Faculty Profile: Wenwen Zhang
Dr. Zhang joined the Bloustein School in August 2020. Her research focuses on the social and policy impacts of emerging transportation technologies
Bloustein School is recipient of $1.5M grant focusing on making micromobility safer, smarter
These NSF investments create scientific and engineering foundations for smart cities and communities and help enhance overall quality of life.
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2025 Bloustein Alumni Awards Celebration
Zimmerli Art Museum at Rutgers University 71 Hamilton Street, New Brunswick, NJ, United StatesSince 1994, the Bloustein School Alumni Association has aimed to present awards to accomplished alumni each year. Our goal is to pay tribute to alumni and friends to recognize their […]
RAISE 2025 – Our Future With AI: Utopian or Dystopian?
Gov. James J. Florio Special Events Forum, CSB 33 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ, United StatesInformatics - Data Science - AI Competition Step into the future of innovation! RAISE-25 will challenge you to unravel the scope of AI's impact on our lives and human society. […]
Can We Talk? Addressing Equity and the Impact of Social Determinants on Maternal Health
Bloustein School, Civic Square Building 33 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ, United StatesPresented by the Bloustein School and Rutgers School of Nursing