The National Cooperative Highway Research Program (NCHRP) is a comprehensive transportation research program in the United States focused on addressing critical issues and challenges facing the nation's highway system. Developed and administered by the Transportation Research Board (TRB), the NCHRP conducts research and provides practical solutions to improve the quality, durability, efficiency, and safety of the country's transportation infrastructure.
NCHRP brings together a wide range of experts including researchers, engineers, practitioners, and policymakers from federal, state, and local agencies, as well as academia and industry professionals. The program is known for its collaborative approach, where researchers work closely with stakeholders to identify research needs, develop research projects, and disseminate the results.
The main objective of NCHRP is to provide relevant and useful research that can be readily implemented by transportation agencies nationwide. Their research projects cover a broad spectrum of topics, such as highway design and construction, materials and maintenance, traffic operations and management, transportation planning, safety, and environmental sustainability.
With a focus on practical applicability, the NCHRP seeks to bridge the gap between research findings and their utilization in practice. By conducting rigorous and innovative research, the program contributes to the development of best practices, guidelines, and standards that enhance the nation's highway infrastructure and ensure its resilience, effectiveness, and sustainability.
