TTI Research Scientist
Associate Research Scientist
Multimodal FreightTexas A&M Transportation Institute
1111 RELLIS Parkway, Room 3242
Bryan, TX 77807
(979) 317-2563 x42563
[email protected]
Education
- Ph.D., Urban And Regional Science, Texas A&M University, 2012
- M.Eng., Civil Engineering, Texas A&M University, 1999
- B.S., Environmental Engineering, Michigan Technological University, 1995
Short Biography
Dr. Bierling's research experience includes hazardous materials transportation analysis; port infrastructure, operations and environmental issues; and emergency response equipment test and evaluation. His doctorate in urban and regional science from Texas A&M University focused on stakeholder participation and information use in local planning and decision-making. He also holds a masters degree in civil engineering from Texas A&M University, and a bachelors degree in environmental engineering from Michigan Technological University. He has been Principal or Co-Principal Investigator on research projects for the Transportation Research Board of The National Academies, Texas Division of Emergency Management, Texas A&M Engineering Programs Office (for U.S. Department of Homeland Security grants), Texas Department of Transportation, and other sponsors.