The Transportation Engineering, Economics, and Policy (TEEP) program is dedicated to advancing innovative research that bridges the critical intersections of transportation systems, economic analysis, and engineering solutions. TEEP Fellows aims to address the most pressing challenges in sustainable transportation and equitable mobility by fostering interdisciplinary approaches.
Our fellows are shaping the future of transportation policy and engineering through rigorous research and impactful insights. Their work tackles real-world problems, from expanding electric vehicle adoption to optimizing charging infrastructure, ensuring a meaningful and equitable transition to greener, smarter transportation networks.
The 2024 TEEP fellows represent a diverse group of scholars committed to driving progress in transportation research. Each fellow brings unique expertise and perspectives, contributing to groundbreaking advancements in sustainable transportation and policy innovation. Explore their research and learn how they’re making an impact:
Lavan Teja Burra | University of Maryland
Charging Ahead: The Role of Infrastructure in EV Adoption
Burra’s research provides actionable insights into the relationship between public charging networks and EV adoption, helping policymakers optimize investments for maximum impact across diverse communities.
Simon Levin | University of Maryland
Driving Change: Subsidies and the Secondary EV Market
Levin’s analysis demonstrates how subsidies for used EVs can drive significant adoption in the secondary market, a critical step toward fleet-wide decarbonization and equitable access
Hannah Morin | Carnegie Mellon University
Revolutionizing Fast Charging: Evaluating the Promise of Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) Batteries
Morin’s research highlights how LFP batteries can make electric vehicles more accessible, safer, and cost-effective, particularly for fast-charging applications, addressing critical barriers to broader EV adoption.
Alexius Wadell | University of Michigan
Closing the Gap: Scaling EV Charging Infrastructure for Equity
Wadell’s research identifies critical gaps in EV charging infrastructure, offering solutions to scale charging networks efficiently and equitably, especially in underserved areas.