TRB's National Cooperative Freight Research Program (NCFRP) is soliciting nominations of individuals to serve on oversight panels for new projects being established under NCFRP's fiscal year 2012 program. Nominees should have expertise directly relevant to the proposed project topic.

The nomination of women and members of minority groups is encouraged. Panels for the new research projects are scheduled to meet starting in July 2011. Panel members are prohibited from submitting or participating in preparation of proposals on projects under their jurisdiction. A preliminary description of the FY 2012 projects and additional information on the nomination process are available online. Nominations are due June 1, 2012.

To nominate an individual, complete the nomination form and e-mail it, along with the nominee's resume, to Adrienne Blackwell at ABlackwell@nas.edu. 

NCFRP is an applied, contract research program with the objective of developing information that will be used to improve the efficiency, reliability, safety, and security of the nation’s freight transportation system.