On April 2, 2026, the Lehman Center for Transportation Research (LCTR) successfully hosted the Second Annual FIU Transportation Systems Operations Symposium. The event served as a premier platform for experts from public agencies, industry leaders, and academia to engage in high-level discussions and strategic networking. The event, attended by more than 110 professionals, showcased the latest developments in Transportation Systems Management and Operations (TSM&O) across Florida.

TSM&O Advancements in Florida

This year’s symposium focused on the latest developments in TSM&O. Key discussions revolved around:

• Public-Sector Initiatives: Strategic approaches to advancing regional and urban TSM&O.
• Cutting-Edge Technologies: Exploration of the latest advancements and next-generation TSM&O, including AI-enabled intelligent transportation systems (ITS), data analytics, transportation management center operations, connected and automated vehicle (CAV) deployments, adaptive signal control, and cloud-Based Arterial Management.
• FIFA World Cup 2026 Planning: A featured session on mobility planning and interagency coordination for this upcoming large-scale global event.

Student Research Showcase

A key symposium activity was the FIU graduate students’ research presentations, offering data-driven solutions for modern transportation challenges. These presentations included:

• Evaluating the Impact of Adaptive Cruise Control on Freeway Merging Performance Using VISSIM – Presented by Odilo Mdimi
• Traffic Pattern Recognition and Performance Optimization for Transportation Systems – Presented by Tanchanok (Pim) Sirikanchittavon
• Machine Learning Models for Predicting Real-Time Arterial Delays due to Freeway Incident Diversions – Presented by Nattakarn (Peach) Surangsrirout
• Application of Co-Simulation for Testing Connectivity, Automation, and Cooperation Applications – Presented by Chonlachart (Chon) Jeenprasom
• Measuring the Impact of Roadway Infrastructure Projects on Communities – Presented by Debabrata Paul

Industry Collaboration & Support

The success of this event was made possible through the collaboration of our speakers, participants, and the generous support of our sponsors:

• Gold Sponsors: AECOM, CHA Consulting, Inc., Choice Engineering Consultants, Inc., Econolite, and HNTB
• Bronze Sponsors CALTRAN Engineering Group and Terracon.

The LCTR extends its sincere appreciation to the industry organization committee, student organizers, and student volunteers for their dedicated efforts in coordinating this successful event.

View highlights from the symposium on the LCTR website: https://lctr.eng.fiu.edu/fiu-symposium-2026/event-recap/