Biometric sensors can track pedestrian stress in real time, but may not always match self-reports. Electrodermal activity captures quick stress spikes, while heart rate and gaze reflect longer-term stress.
Wenwen Zhang
GPS-Based Street-View Greenspace Exposure and Wearable Assessed Physical Activity in a Prospective Cohort of US Women
In our study of the Nurses’ Health Study 3, we found that momentary street-view exposure to trees and grass was linked to slightly lower physical activity, while exposure to other greenspace like flowers or fields was associated with increased activity, with variations by season, region, and neighborhood socioeconomic status.
Eye tracking measures of bicyclists’ behavior and perception: A systematic review
With improved portability and affordability, eye tracking devices have facilitated an expanding range of cycling experiments aimed at understanding cycling behavior and potential risks.
Working From Home During COVID-19: Flash in the Pan or Wave of the Future?
We examine who can work from home during the pandemic and whether this behavior will persist post-pandemic by conducting two representative online surveys in New Jersey.
The Traffic Calming Effect of Delineated Bicycle Lanes
A team of Rutgers researchers led by VTC’s Hannah Younes analyzed the effect of a bicycle lane on traffic speeds using computer vision techniques.
Transit communication via Twitter during the COVID-19 pandemic
This work examines how transit agencies used Twitter during the COVID-19 pandemic to communicate with riders and how the content and general activity influence rider interaction and Twitter handle popularity.
What do People Want to do Instead of Commuting to Work?
The researchers fielded two surveys in New Jersey during the pandemic and included questions on what respondents did with time saved from not commuting as well as which activities they wished to see continue after the pandemic subsided.
Exploring Stress Levels of E-Scooter Riders
The results of this pilot data collection effort provide insights on the potential use of the latest sensor technology and computer vision algorithms to understand travel behavior for new and emerging transportation modes.
Public Views on the Reallocation of Street Space Due to COVID-19
We suggest that the current groundswell of support for street changes represents a rare opportunity to implement street design changes that support pedestrians and outdoor activities.
Browsing for food: Will COVID-induced on-line grocery delivery persist?
We analyze factors associated with the decision to grocery shop online and whether this will persist post-COVID using data collected via a representative online panel.
Recent Publications
NCHRP Research Report 1178: Improving Virtual Public Involvement in Transportation Agencies
Virtual public involvement (VPI), defined by the Federal Highway Administration as “the use of digital technology to engage individuals or to visualize projects or plans,” is now an essential part of public participation in transportation planning and project...
Carbon Emissions and Remote Work at a Large University System
We report on an analysis of carbon emissions from commuting to a large multi-campus university system, Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey. This is derived from a campus survey to assess carbon emissions and various attitudes towards sustainability across a...
Their Experiences: Understanding Women and LGBTQ+ Transit Users in New Jersey
Women and sexual and gender minorities (SGMs) have unique transportation experiences and needs, including public transit services. However, there is a gap in the data that documents their experiences and needs. This paper aims to add to existing research by examining...
From Challenge to Resilience: The Evolution of NJ TRANSIT Funding and a Roadmap to a Reliable Future
Since its creation in 1979, NJ TRANSIT has grown into the geographically largest public transit system in the United States. Over more than four decades, the agency’s financial structure has shifted in response to changing state and federal priorities—shaping service...