About MCEEST

The Mineta Consortium for Emerging, Efficient, and Safe Transportation (MCEEST), led by the Mineta Transportation Institute at San José State University, is a Tier 1 University Transportation Center funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation's Office of the Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology (OST-R).

With the U.S. population expected to reach 404 million in 2060 and the volume of transported goods expected to hit 28.7 billion tons by 2050, incremental improvements in mobility will not be enough. Transportation is fundamental to economic growth, national security, and quality of life, as it enables the movement of people and goods that drive commerce and innovation. A well-functioning transportation system ensures that businesses remain competitive, supply chains remain strong, and individuals can reliably access jobs, education, healthcare, and other essential services. MCEEST’s research applies an evidence-based, systems-focused approach to address the complexities of modern transportation networks, supporting the development of efficient, safe, and innovative mobility solutions across urban, suburban, and rural areas.

MCEEST's Goal: Lead the nation in data-driven, technology-informed research that delivers innovative, efficient, and safe transportation solutions to enhance mobility, strengthen the economy, and improve system performance.

• Objective 1: Create a safer, more reliable, and more resilient transportation system that improves equity through increased access to jobs, housing, services, and other opportunities for historically underserved communities.

• Objective 2: Reduce transportation’s impact on climate change by identifying feasible alternative modes and effective ways to reduce vehicle miles traveled.

Member Universities

• Howard University
• Navajo Technical University
• San José State University
• University of South Florida