Institute for Transport Studies

Herman De Croo Road Safety Lecture

Professor Carsten discusses the significance of studying safe driving practices, as automated and advanced driving assistance systems pose new risks to drivers

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A view of the front windscreen of a car from the inside. The outside is a long exposure shot, so the headlights from the road outside go all down the side of the car.

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New UK study finds support for climate change policies

A new study undertaken by researchers at the University of Leeds finds that the majority of the UK supports even the most stringent climate change policies

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A crowd of people holding climate protest signs. One reads "We must change for the environment, without the environment there is no we." another says "time is running out".

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Studying undergraduate at the Institute for Transport Studies Leeds

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Institute for Transport Studies

The Institute for Transport Studies is one of the UK's leading departments for transport teaching and research. We deliver internationally excellent research outputs, which impact upon transport policy and practice, and contribute to the wider economy and society. Our research feeds directly into our teaching, which means you’ll learn about the latest developments in your field from world-leading researchers.

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Research and innovation

We are a leading transport research centre worldwide. We deliver internationally excellent research outputs, which impact upon transport policy and practice, and contribute to the wider economy and society. Our research mission is to support the development of intelligent mobility systems that are connected, inclusive, productive and resilient.