Mission Statement

The Association of Sustainable Transportation Researchers (ASTR) is an independent, interdisciplinary association of researchers and practitioners dedicated to advancing scholarship and practice in support of a sustainable, equitable, and climate-resilient transportation system.

Our mission is to:

Support rigorous, independent research across academic, public, and private sectors
Facilitate the exchange of ideas, data, and methods that inform just and effective transportation systems
Provide a forum for collaboration and mentorship across sectors, disciplines, career stages, and perspectives
Convene conferences, working groups, and public dialogues to engage with pressing transportation challenges
Uphold scientific integrity, open inquiry, and academic freedom in transportation research and providing independent data-driven analysis to support policy decisions

We welcome participation from all individuals and institutions committed to shaping the future of transportation through evidence-based, inclusive, and impact-driven work.

Core Values

Scientific Integrity

We are committed to open inquiry, methodological rigor, and the free exchange of ideas in the pursuit of evidence-based transportation research.

Independence

We value intellectual independence, promote open research, and constructive perspectives in transportation research.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

We foster connections across disciplines, sectors, communities and geographies to address the complex, interrelated challenges of transportation policy and practice.

Public Relevance and Impact

We seek to produce and disseminate research that informs public debate, guides policymaking, and improves the accessibility, safety, and sustainability of transportation systems for all.