The Driving Force

Episode 32: Planning & Policy Research Highlights w Dr. Ashifur Rahman

The Driving Force

Show Notes

Todd and Garrett continue our Special Studies Research Highlights series by welcoming Dr. Ashifur Rahman, LTRC's Planning and Intermodal Research Manager. In this conversation, Dr. Rahman discusses how he and his partners are working together on a broad range of high-impact projects related to the safety and efficiency of Louisiana's transportation system.

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