MIDTRANS 2026
Join us in Lawrence, KS on September 2, 2026!
The Midwest Innovation and Development in Transportation Symposium (MIDTRANS) is designed to bring together transportation researchers, practitioners, and decision-makers in a collaborative environment focused on advancing the future of mobility across the region. This one-day event serves as a hub for meaningful dialogue around the most pressing transportation challenges and opportunities, with an emphasis on practical solutions that can be implemented in real-world settings.
Attendees can expect a dynamic program that highlights both current and emerging research, alongside case studies and applications that demonstrate how innovation is being translated into practice. MIDTRANS creates space for cross-sector collaboration—connecting academic researchers with public agencies, private industry professionals, and community stakeholders—to ensure that new ideas are not only explored, but also effectively deployed.
By fostering open exchange and shared learning, MIDTRANS aims to bridge the gap between research and implementation. The symposium will showcase best practices, spark new partnerships, and support the development of forward-thinking strategies that improve transportation systems, enhance mobility, and strengthen communities throughout the Midwest and beyond.
Earn up to 6.5 PDHs!
Venue Information:
KU Memorial Union
1301 Jayhawk Blvd.
Lawrence, KS 55045
REGISTRATION WILL OPEN SOON!
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We encourage you to send a substitute if you cannot attend. A full refund of registration fees, less a $50 administrative fee, will be available if requested in writing and received at-least 7 days prior to the event. No refunds will be made after that date. A $30 fee will also be charged for returned checks. (Please note that if you fail to cancel by the deadline and do not attend, you are still responsible for payment.) The Midwest Innovation and Development in Transportation Symposium (MIDTRANS) will not be responsible for any losses incurred by registrants, including but not limited to airline cancellation charges or hotel deposits.