Transportation Engineering Lab

We believe that safe, efficient, and resilient transportation systems are essential for building sustainable, inclusive, and connected cities. The Transportation Engineering Lab is dedicated to advancing knowledge and developing innovative solutions in the fields of transport planning, operations, and infrastructure design.

Our research explores a wide range of topics including traffic operations, intelligent mobility, public transport optimization, road safety, and the resilience of transportation infrastructure under stress. Through data-driven analysis and real-world applications, we aim to create impactful solutions that enhance mobility, improve safety outcomes, and strengthen the ability of transport systems to withstand and recover from disruptions.

At the Transportation Engineering Lab, we are passionate about high-quality research with practical relevance. Welcome to a place where innovation drives safer, more efficient, and more resilient mobility systems!

News

Signature of the Memorandum of Understanding Between CUT and EMEL June, 2025

Establishment of Transportation Engineering Lab April, 2025

Upcoming Events

Participation in the Euro Working Group on Transportation 27th Annual Conference

Edinburgh Napier University, Craiglockhart Campus

1-3 September 2025

Participation in the 12th International Congress on Transportation Research

Electra Palace Hotel, Thessaloniki, Greece

16-18 October 2025

Team

Dr. Paraskevas Nikolaou is a Lecturer in Transportation Engineering at the Cyprus University of Technology and Head of the Transportation Engineering Lab. His work lies at the intersection of transport system performance, road safety, and resilience, with a focus on developing data-driven methods and practical tools that support evidence-based mobility planning.

He holds a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from the University of Cyprus, where he specialized in the development of spatio-temporal explanatory models to analyze and predict transport behavior. His academic journey includes an M.Sc. in Transportation Engineering, focused on global and regional road safety determinants, and a Diploma in Rural and Surveying Engineering with a concentration in transport systems.

Dr. Nikolaou leads research activities that span intelligent mobility, public transport optimization, shared mobility systems, and transport infrastructure planning, with a strong emphasis on safety and system resilience. His approach blends methodological rigor with applied relevance, often working closely with public authorities and transport operators to co-develop practical solutions for urban and regional mobility challenges.

He has contributed to major EU-funded projects. In Cyprus, he supports national and municipal transport initiatives through applied research, technical reports, and policy guidance.

As an educator, Dr. Nikolaou teaches undergraduate courses in Highway Engineering I & II, Transportation Planning. He is committed to mentoring the next generation of engineers, equipping students with the analytical skills and critical thinking needed to shape the future of transportation.