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Exciting News: SAFER is organizing Sweden’s first national road safety conference!

Today, we received the fantastic announcement that we have been entrusted with organising the very first National Road Safety Conference in Sweden! Together with Trafikverket and SKR (Sveriges Kommuner och Regioner), we are deeply honored to take on this important mission.

The agenda for SAFER’s spring Thursday lunch seminars is here! 

Get ready for an inspiring spring! SAFER’s partners are warmly invited to join us every Thursday at 11:30 at our co-creation office at Lindholmen Science Park for a networking lunch – a great opportunity to connect, exchange ideas, and strengthen collaborations with peers.

The final sprint of the year at SAFER – our last newsletter for 2024 is here!

As we approach the finish line for this year, SAFER is buzzing with energy! Our December newsletter is now live, welcome to read as we gear up for an exciting 2025.

Explore IGLAD's new web presence!

The IGLAD project received a new web presence. It can be reached at https://iglad.org and contains new and updated information about the now 10-years-old international in-depth accident data project. Besides an overview of the IGLAD data, the consortium members and a detailed codebook for download, you’ll find a publicly available concise statistical report along with a detailed report containing more than 100 tables accessible for IGLAD members, as well as an ever-growing list of publications.

Collaboration in practice: SAFER Research Day #5

At SAFER, we often highlight how collaboration across disciplines is key to building a safe and sustainable transport system. During our fifth Research Day of the year, we brought together researchers and experts from our 46 partners to share results, discuss societal impact, and identify future research questions. This time, the focus was on HorizonEurope 2025 calls, societal readiness, and project results within our research area Safety Performance Evaluation.

SAFER's updated plan for 2025 approved by its partners!

At the recent General Assembly, SAFER confirmed its commitment to advancing traffic safety research by approving the updated Operational Plan for 2025 under the ongoing Stage 6 framework. With 46 partners collaborating across disciplines, we are more equipped than ever to drive impactful research to help save lives in traffic.

SAFER welcomes three new partners to expand collaborative research

We are delighted and proud to announce that three new partners have joined SAFER’s collaborative research platform, which is driven by the vision to create a road transport system safe for all by contributing with science-based knowledge and research. The new partners – Boid, CAE Value, and Cognition – bring expertise to SAFER, and we warmly welcome them to our community!

New project funded: Analysis of the 3D H-point Machine in Relation to Diversity

We are excited to announce a new and innovative project within SAFER’s Idea Exploration Program: Analysis of the 3D H-point Machine in Relation to Diversity. This project is led by Autoliv, Chalmers University of Technology and the Swedish Transport Agency and aims to enhance the understanding of how the three-dimensional H-point machine (HPM) influences injury risk variation and its relationship to occupant diversity.

Can road safety evolve like nature itself - adapting, improving, and thriving in ever-changing environments?

The EvoRoads project aims to accelerate the European Union’s Vision Zero goal by creating innovative tools, models, and services that enable a data-driven evolution of safety assessment frameworks. Through dynamic monitoring of cyber-physical infrastructures, the project promotes proactive risk warnings, helping road operators and policymakers stay ahead of emerging safety challenges.

November SAFER Newsletter now available! 📩 

Our latest newsletter is out, filled with updates on autumn season of SAFER activities. Dive into news on two upcoming mini-conferences, and much more.

DDI celebrates 10 years – next conference in Gothenburg 2026!

Save the date! We are excited to announce that the 10th edition of the International Conference on Driver Distraction and Inattention (DDI) will be held in Gothenburg October 20-22, 2026 to celebrate our milestone anniversary! This will be the sixth time the conference takes place at SAFER’s home base, Lindholmen Science Park, Sweden’s leading hub for future mobility. The conference

Proceedings from DDI2024

The 9th International Conference on Driver Distraction and Inattention (DDI) has officially wrapped up, and the proceedings are now available for download!

The 9th International Conference on Driver Distraction and Inattention successfully concluded

For the first time, the 9th International Conference on Driver Distraction and Inattention (DDI2024) was hosted by SAFER Vehicle and Traffic Safety Centre at Chalmers in the U.S. Approximately 130 international guests from over 20 countries attended the event, with around 50% coming from abroad. The conference theme, “Advances in the understanding and management of distraction and inattention for all road users,” sparked discussions, demonstrating the strength of this growing community.

Ina Koniakowsky wins Best Student Award at DDI 2024

Her presentation The Role of Mental Models on the Effectiveness of Driver Monitoring Systems in Reducing Driver Distraction: Insights from a Driving Simulator Study 1, focuses on evaluating the effectiveness of a driver monitoring system (DMS) in reducing driver distraction, particularly in addressing Long Distraction (LD) and Visual Attention Time Sharing (VATS), through a driving simulator experiment, which showcase important contributions to the field of traffic safety.

Proactive Assessment of Cognitive Work Environment in Ambulance Care

We are excited to announce the addition of a new project to SAFER’s portfolio from our Post-Crash Working Group, Proactive Assessment of Cognitive Work Environment in Ambulance Care (PreKo 2). This project aims to enhance the understanding and evaluation of cognitive workload in ambulance healthcare, contributing both to societal benefits and research advancements. The project will: 1. Map cognitive workload

SAFER’s October newsletter is out!

Our latest newsletter is now available! In this edition, we present our remaining autumn events, showcase new projects from our partners, and highlight an open funding call – SAFER’s Idea Exploration Program. We are also excited to introduce a new working group focused on Remote Operations.

New SAFER Working Group on Remote Operations launched

We are pleased to announce the creation of a new working group at SAFER, dedicated to Remote Operations. This group aims to bring together stakeholders from across the SAFER network who are interested in collaborating to build knowledge and drive innovation in this rapidly evolving field.

Nominees for the Best Student Award at the 9th International Conference on Driver Distraction an Inattention

Congratulations to the nominees for the Best Student Award at the 9th International Conference on Driver Distraction an Inattention! Their innovative research is making a significant impact on the field of traffic safety, and we look forward to their presentations during the conference.

Safety seminar with Prof. Koopman successfully concluded

At the SAFER seminar "Safety Challenges of Self-Driving Technology", experts shared their thoughts on the remaining safety challenges for deploying self-driving cars on the roads, together with about 60 network members onsite and many more online.

New project in SAFER’s portfolio – SYNERGIES is securing reliable data for safe mobility

The project, starting in the summer of 2024, will provide our partners with a unique opportunity to build valuable knowledge and enhance traffic safety by providing tools and a European data space for the development, training, virtual testing, and validation of automated vehicles.

Will this new tech save lives on the roads?

Will this new tech save lives on the roads? That's the burning question behind SAFER partners’ latest project, “Predictive Threat Assessment for Enhanced Stability of Multi-Unit Heavy Vehicles (MHVs)”.

TWINSAFE added to the SAFER portfolio: Advancing road safety through twinning

The TWINSAFE project is designed to significantly improve road safety research at the University of Zagreb through collaboration with Lund University and Hasselt University. Focusing on how road infrastructure impacts driver behavior, the project integrates advanced data analytics, simulation, and end-user feedback to recommend infrastructure improvements based on the Safe System Approach.

SAFER’s September’s newsletter is out! 

Check out all the details in our newsletter, where we dive into upcoming events, key initiatives, and how you can get involved in SAFER partners’ research.

Call for ideas to SAFER’s Idea Exploration program open

We are happy to announce the opening of the third call in SAFER's Idea Exploration program, aimed at promoting collaboration among partners within the platform to kick-start various initiatives that can enhance safety in our traffic environment!

Project "Development of tools for traffic safety improvement" completed – report and tools now available

The project "Development of Tools for Traffic Safety Improvement (TSA II)" has been successfully completed, and the results are now available for organizations to implement. The project was initiated in response to the growing need to integrate traffic safety into sustainability efforts by both private and public actors. This need is particularly significant in light of UN Resolution 74/299 and the Stockholm Declaration, which emphasise the importance of traffic safety as a central component of organisational sustainability work.

The first newsletter of the season is here!

Take this opportunity to stay updated on all the exciting opportunities at SAFER this fall - knowledge to build, projects to create - all in close collaboration with our partners, with the ultimate goal of saving lives on the road!

Call for posters - Safety challenges for self-drivning vehicles

Are you a researcher in safety and automation in mobility? Our poster session event on September 26, 14:00-15:00 at Lindholmen Open Arena is your opportunity to showcase your research! We invite you to participate in a poster session as part of Lindholmen Open Day and our event, Challenges for Self-Driving Vehicles . Submit an abstract of your research and the

Positive development in remote automated vehicle operation through the SAFER platform

The field of remote automated vehicle operation is gaining significant interest among SAFER partners and across the European arena. We are pleased to announce that the recently concluded REDO project has received a follow-up and is associated to the SAFER platform: Remote Automated Vehicle Operation 2 (REDO2).

Welcome back to SAFER!

We hope you all had a wonderful and refreshing summer vacation! As we transition into autumn, we enthusiastically anticipate a season full of collaboration and research. This autumn promises numerous opportunities for partnership, learning, and the exchange of new ideas and connections.

BOOSTING CAV SAFETY IN NEW PROJECT: ADDRESSING UNCERTAINTIES IN MIXED TRAFFIC

This new project aims to improve the safety of connected and autonomous vehicles within mixed traffic environments, where CAVs and human-driven vehicles coexist.

NEW PROJECTS GRANTED FOR INCREASED INSIGHTS IN HUMAN MODELING – FOR SAFER MOBILITY

Researchers at SAFER’s partner institutions have recently been awarded grants from Vinnova/FFI for two studies on human modeling, which can be used in the development of vehicle safety systems.

SAFER ANNOUNCES NEW PROJECT IN THE PORTFOLIO TO ENHANCE TRAFFIC SAFETY: FACILITATING MULTI-PARTY ENGINEERING OF REQUIREMENTS (FAMER)

FAMER will introduce innovative concepts, models, and techniques to tackle the complex challenges of developing requirements in a systems-of-systems context.

New research project in SAFER's portfolio enhances safety functions in heavy vehicles with 5G LEO-5G

SAFER has introduced a new research project titled "Coordinated 5G LEO-5G cellular positioning for improved safety functions in heavy vehicles” in the portfolio. The aim of this partner project is to improve the efficiency of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) for multi-unit heavy vehicle combinations (MHVs) by providing these vehicles with tools for earlier, more effective, and less intrusive interventions than current ADAS. With precise positioning, safety functions can make more accurate decisions, resulting in improved traffic safety.

NEW PROJECTS GRANTED FOR INCREASED INSIGHTS IN HUMAN MODELING – FOR SAFER MOBILITY

The "No AI About Us Without Us" initiative, now included in SAFER’s portfolio, promises to enhance traffic safety by providing critical data and insights into the unique challenges faced by VRUs with reduced mobility.

Program for the 9th International Conference on Driver Distraction and Inattention is now live!

We are happy to announce the launch of this year's program for the 9th International Conference on Driver Distraction and Inattention! We are incredibly proud of the lineup – together, we will share and build upon the knowledge of numerous leading researchers during our three-day event in Ann Arbor, Michigan, US, October 22-24. We hope this exchange of knowledge will translate into real-world practice, contributing to lives saved on our roads.

New project in SAFER’s portfolio: Integrating taxi and micromobility data to improve traffic safety

The innovative VIA TAXI project aims to improve traffic safety by gathering and analyzing real-time traffic safety data from various sources, including taxis, e-scooters, and e-mopeds. By providing a comprehensive view of traffic conditions, this data helps prevent accidents through the analysis of "near-misses" and suboptimal driving behavior, thereby enhancing the understanding of traffic issues.

SAFER’s Newsletter for June is out

Welcome to read SAFER's newsletter and stay informed about our efforts to enhance traffic safety.

Four new projects funded in SAFER’s latest call – focusing on Road Accident Statistics, 2+1 roads and gamification

The second call of the year for multidisciplinary activities within the SAFER platform, aimed at creating a safer traffic environment, has resulted in the approval of no less than four projects! This call was designed to facilitate SAFER’s newly established working groups kickstart their deliverables.

New version of the SAFER Data catalogue now out!

Knowledge of the various datasets in SAFER's network is vital for efficient project work, offering new perspectives on research and enabling the creation of innovative, data-driven projects. To support this, we have created the SAFER Data Catalogue, ensuring SAFER remains a top choice for research groups worldwide. And a new version is now available for partners. The aim is to

Global experts gather for 7th child safety conference to advance car passenger safety

This biannual event began in 2009 and this year featured 74 participants from 12 countries and 32 affiliations, including universities, car manufacturers, child seat manufacturers, protection system producers, crash test dummy manufacturers, consulting firms, insurance companies, child seat retailers, bloggers, and traffic safety organisations.

SAFER Thurdays Lunch Seminars Autumn 2024

Almost every Thursday, we invite members of our community to join us for a networking lunch, followed by a seminar focused on sharing new knowledge, discussing important issues, and learning from each other. Our hope is that these seminars will not only ignite new insights, but also inspire new collaborations and projects.

SAFER's Project Result Day: A Day of Insights in traffic safety science concluded

Today, we concluded the second Project Result Day at SAFER during the spring. Our partners have shared plenty of knowledge, with many projects presented and discussed.

Stefan Kojchev – a new SAFER doctor!

Today, we proudly celebrate the achievement of Stefan Kojchev, a new SAFER doctor! Stefan has successfully completed his doctoral thesis, “On Optimization-Based Coordination of Automated Vehicles in Confined Sites.” Among other things, Stefan has been part of the SAFER-connected project SAFETYNET for Trucks during his doctoral studies. Stefan has been a ffiliated to Chalmers University E2 and Volvo Group. The

SAFER Newsletter for May is out now!

We are happy to share our latest updates as we approach five months into our new phase. Read about our recent activities, new projects, and collaboration initiatives all aiming at making it easier and more efficient to engage with our platform and advance multidisciplinary research.

New project in the SAFER portfolio: CCAM Sweden

CCAM Sweden is a new project aiming to support Swedish actors within the CCAM partnership, several of them SAFER partners. It seeks to enhance their involvement in influencing upcoming programs and creating traffic safety research projects.

Join us for the Vision Zero International Course

This year, SAFER is proud to co-organize the International Vision Zero course, and we invite you to be a part of it!

MicroVision – a new project aiming to promote sustainable and safe micromobility

The project aims to address these issues by leveraging cutting-edge image processing technology to develop a camera-based safety system. This system detects the driving status of other micromobilities in real-time using camera images and promptly alerts riders to potential hazards through visual and haptic cues.

Follow-up on the Action Plan for Road Safety 2022–2025: 2023 Monitoring of Actors' Measures

Under the leadership of the Swedish Transport Administration, 33 authorities and stakeholders, many SAFER partners included, have developed the Action Plan for Road Safety 2022-2025. The action plan outlines the 250 measures that participating actors intend to implement during the period to contribute to safer road traffic. Annually, the Swedish Transport Administration monitors the progress of the action plan's measures

Call for ideas to SAFER’s Idea Exploration program now open!

This call will be exclusively open to SAFER’s working groups - we aim to provide all groups with the opportunity to achieve their expected outcomes and address the collectively formulated needs on deliverables that each group has now shaped.

First call in SAFER Idea Exploration Program: Funding awarded for knowledge transfer of Vision Zero and human body modelling

This initiative marks the inaugural outcome of SAFER's first call for projects in the Idea Exploration program, aiming to address critical road safety challenges through research and knowledge dissemination, valuable for partners in the SAFER platform. In the first call in SAFER Stage 6, two projects were selected for funding.