PhD to Policy: How research can transform traffic and transport

This episode is in partnership with the Institute of Transport and Logistics Studies (ITLS) Board of Advice.

Xiaolin Gong is a recent PhD graduate from the Institute of Transport and Logistics Studies (ITLS). Her research focuses on transport modelling, specifically developing a novel macroscopic transport model to improve the efficiency of transport networks.

What you’ll learn:

  • About Xiaolin’s research and it’s application to transport modelling
  • What are ‘macroscopic’ approaches to transport modelling
  • About the ITLS Board of Advice, and Xiaolin’s experience as a young professional
  • Advice for those considering a PhD in transport and logistics studies