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HEP Research Program Frequently Asked Question

1. What is the main focus of the research program within the Office of Planning, Environment, and Realty?
   • The research funding mechanism was changed by legislation, but the research program areas remain similar and are focused on strengthening transportation planning and environmental decision-making.
   • The research program area has a national focus to improve transportation planning, processes, programming, operations, and coordination.
2. How is HEP's research coordinated with other transportation research?
   • Research is coordinated through all programs including:
   • The Strategic Highway Research Program 2 (SHRP2) funding will help transportation agencies begin deploying products developed under the second Strategic Highway Research Program (SHRP).
   • The Center for Environmental Excellence, developed in cooperation with FHWA, continues to promote environmental stewardship and innovative ways to streamline the transportation delivery process.
   • The National Cooperative Highway Research Program conducts research in problem areas that affect highway planning, design, construction, operation and maintenance nationwide.
   • The Turner Fairbank Highway Research Center which provides FHWA and the world highway community with research and development related to new highway technologies.
3. Who can I contact for more information?
   • The contact information for research coordinators can be found at: http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/hep/hep_research/contacts/