National Road Safety Strategy Action Plan ProjectsCrash Costing Study for the State of Qatar. National Priorities Research Programs (NPRP), Qatar FoundationInvestigating pedestrian crossing behavior to improve accident rates and severity in the State of Qatar.Modeling and simulation of road safety and traffic systems in the State of Qatar.Multiphysics modeling and validation of the coupled dynamic response of whiplash trauma and head restraints.Design and development of novel shock absorption systems to reduce injuries during vehicle collisions.Modeling the impact of different variable message sign strategies on driver behavior using driving simulators.Life cycle sustainability assessment model for Qatar LNG production.Development of innovative driving instructor modules to enhance safe driving behavior and autonomy in people with high-functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).Developing innovative speed-calming countermeasures via pavement marking for rural-urban transition road segments using a driving simulator.Enhancing pedestrian safety through advanced operational strategies for crosswalks in residential areas.Development of innovative measures for improving pedestrian safety considering the presence of autonomous vehicles.Dangerous driving behavior interventions using telematics data: application to young drivers in Qatar.Quad bike driving behavior in Qatar: fatalism or thrill-seeking.Exploring the influence of power paradox on driving behavior and traffic safety.Impacts of new pedestrian laws (fines) on pedestrian safety in the State of Qatar.Alternative fuel bus fleet optimization for sustainable public transportation in Qatar: towards a carbon-neutral World Cup 2022.Life cycle sustainability assessment and comparison of CNG and electric buses towards the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.Drivers’ perception of the use of intelligent transportation systems.3D printing of emergency parts in the oil and gas industry: application to Qatar.Assessment of driver behavior using smartphone-based application data.Cyclist safety on local roads: quantitative and qualitative assessment.IoT-enabled smart food supply chain: strengthening food security by data-driven optimization, simulation, and interactive decision-making tools.A comprehensive traffic noise study at major intersections within Doha City.Towards sustainable and efficient mobility in Qatar: electrification of public transport.MaaS Qatar.Analysis of car-following behavior considering heterogeneous driving populations in Qatar: the risk of tailgating.How is time pressure associated with driving performance? A driving simulator study on taxi drivers.Proactive Resilience Plan (PReP): an integrated framework applied to critical economic sectors.Operational and traffic safety impacts of autonomous vehicles’ deployment on urban traffic mobility in the State of Qatar. Qatar Research Development & Innovation Council (QRDI) Towards Safer Riding: Modeling Motorcyclists Behavior and Risk Perception using a Dynamic Simulator for Innovative Safety InterventionsE-Scooter Simulator – A Virtual Reality (VR) Based Platform for Evaluating Riders’ Behaviour and SafetyComprehensive Environmental Impact Assessment of Dairy Products' Production in Qatar Using Novel Artificial Intelligence-enhanced Hybrid Life Cycle Assessment FrameworkVirtual reality (VR) simulated interaction between micro-mobility vehicles and pedestrians in Qatar: a biomechanical analysis of human gait and movementsEnhancing signalized intersection capacity by implementing innovative contraflow traffic scheme on minor approach Internal Grants ( Funded by Qatar University )Prediction of Road Accidents in Qatar 2022.Analysis of Using Motorcycle Ambulances to Increase Emergency Response Times in Doha.Seat Belt & Mobile Phone Usage Among Drivers in Qatar.Smart Assistive Tools for Visually Impaired People (High Impact Internal Grant, Qatar University).Maladaptive driving styles among professional drivers in the State of Qatar – educating driving instructors to help professional drivers cope with aggression and anger in provoking situations.Promoting cycling activities in the State of Qatar: challenges and potential solutions.Optimization approaches and transport management for school buses in the State of Qatar (Qatar University).The Doha Syntax, Phase 2: urban movement network validation of space syntax model of Metropolitan Doha, State of Qatar.Medical and allied health education under COVID-19 pandemic emergency: the role of emotional health literacy.Role of e-scooters in future urban mobility: empirical analysis and modelling of shared space users’ behavior and safety.Gender effect on microscopic characteristics of crowd dynamics.A microscopic view of micro-mobility riders’ behaviors and interactions in mixed-traffic situations.Exploring microscopic characteristics of bicycle traffic flow.A comprehensive total cost of ownership framework for alternative fuel public transportation buses: a case study based on real-world driving patterns.The action plan for the implementation of Qatar National Masterplan based on integration of land use and public transport systems.Safety analysis of merging vehicles based on speed differences between on-ramp and following mainstream vehicles using NGSIM data.Exploring factors contributing to driver distraction in Qatar: analysis of road infrastructure, traffic conditions, and demographics.A multi-regional input-output database for national mobility strategies: towards carbon-neutral transportation in the State of Qatar.Impact of speed humps/tables on noise and air pollution.Impact of existing transport mode usage, socio-economic characteristics, and user willingness to subscribe to emerging public transport services: case study of Qatar.Driver perception of food delivery riders to enhance driving safety.Development of innovative interventions to improve drivers’ car-following behavior and reduce the risk of rear-end collisions. Undergraduate Research Experience Program (UREP), Qatar FoundationStudy on pedestrian safety enhancement in Qatar.Safe transport of hazardous materials in Qatar.Real-time, high-definition automatic Qatari number plate recognition system on heterogeneous SoC platforms.Preliminary analysis of the impact of in-vehicle technologies on road safety.Life cycle sustainability assessment model for Qatar LNG production.Developing innovative speed-calming countermeasures via pavement marking for rural-urban transition road segments using a driving simulator.Enhancing pedestrian safety through advanced operational strategies for crosswalks in residential areas.Quad bike driving behavior in Qatar: fatalism or thrill-seeking.Exploring the influence of power paradox on driving behavior and traffic safety.Impacts of new pedestrian laws (fines) on pedestrian safety in the State of Qatar.Life cycle sustainability assessment and comparison of CNG and electric buses towards the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.Drivers’ perception of the use of intelligent transportation systems.Assessment of driver behavior using smartphone-based application data.Cyclist safety on local roads: quantitative and qualitative assessment.A comprehensive traffic noise study at major intersections within Doha City.Analysis of car-following behavior considering heterogeneous driving populations in Qatar: the risk of tailgating.How is time pressure associated with driving performance? A driving simulator study on taxi drivers.Operational and traffic safety impacts of autonomous vehicles’ deployment on urban traffic mobility in the State of Qatar.Virtual reality (VR) simulated interaction between micro-mobility vehicles and pedestrians in Qatar: a biomechanical analysis of human gait and movements.Enhancing signalized intersection capacity by implementing innovative contraflow traffic schemes on minor approaches. Other ProjectsIndustry FundedFuture of Transport: The Role of Automated VehiclesResearch Agreement with Techno Lab CompanyRoad Safety AwardsExamining the preference of personal electric vehicles (PEV) such as e-scooters among residents in the State of QatarDevelopment of innovative safety measures on road design and traffic control using pedestrian virtual reality environmentsResearch Agreement with TRAFFIC TECH (GULF) W.L.L. Consultation CompanyMaersk Oil ProjectsEvaluation of One Second BrandEvaluation of road safety for students (ages 12–18)Evaluation of child car seat campaignExxonMobil ProjectsIn-depth analysis of road traffic accidents in Qatar (1995–2014)Safety performance of school buses in QatarStudy on pedestrian safety enhancement in QatarDoha ExpresswayPrediction of road crashes in Qatar by 2022Assessing road safety campaigns in Qatar (2007–2015)OthersTraffic impact study for Katara Cultural VillageRoad safety audit for Qatar UniversityGender differences in drivingMotorcycle safety in the State of QatarSpeed humps in the State of Qatar International ProjectsInternational Research Project: Microscopic Traffic Theory for Safe and Efficient Intersection Design.International Comparative Study on Traffic Safety Status (IATSS).Improving Intersections Layout and Control Towards Safer and Efficient Movement of Road Users.