Research Ideas, Problem Statements/Proposals

The IHRB encourages submission of research ideas and problem statements. If you have an idea that may merit evaluation for research please contact Mark Dunn. Mark will help you determine the best approach for proceeding under the current business plan. Any problem statements or proposals that are submitted to the IHRB must be prepared according to the problem statement/proposal and guidelines.

Note: Starting with the 2001 fiscal year (July 2000), the Iowa Highway Research Board began using a new business plan for selecting research projects. On a semi-annual basis, the board publishes a list of topics and a request for research proposals - the majority of research efforts will be focused on these topics. Proposals that fall outside of these requested areas will be accepted on only a limited, case-by-case basis.