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HASS COE partnered with the Advanced Research Projects Agency - Infrastructure (ARPA-I) to launch a USDOT quantum webinar and workshop series to explore the opportunities of quantum-based technologies in the transportation sector. Quantum information science is paving the way for...
As new AI technologies emerge across the transportation ecosystem, HASS COE is leading USDOT efforts to identify the challenges, opportunities, risks, and priorities for AI assurance. To promote coordination and collaboration across all Operating Administrations,...
Wednesday, April 17, 2024 11am - 12pm ET
In honor of National Work Zone Awareness Week, this webinar spotlighted three transportation...
Christopher Nassif Senior Scientist, HASS COE (Former)
Christopher Nassif was a Senior Scientist at the USDOT Highly Automated Systems Safety Center of Excellence (HASS COE) specializing in testing and evaluation of multi-modal autonomous systems and...
In partnership with the Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech), the Highly Automated Systems Safety Center of Excellence (HASS COE) recently sponsored a student-led capstone project on the potential impact of automated vehicles (AVs) on urban road congestion....
HASS COE is actively engaged in a variety of research projects and activities that provide support and partnership to USDOT. Our primary focus is to review, assess, and validate the safety of highly automated systems, ensuring that these technologies meet rigorous safety standards. The...
HASS COE partners throughout USDOT, academia, and industry:
USDOT Operating Administrations: We are dedicated to serving the various Operating Administrations within the USDOT. If you are part of an Operating Administration or a specific mode of transportation within USDOT, we...