Welcome Y'all!
Welcome to the 14th International Cycling Safety Conference!
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville welcomes you to the 14th edition of the International Cycling Safety Conference, ICSC 2026, in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Since 2012, ICSC has been a forum for scientists and experts whose scientific and practical activities are aimed at making cycling safer. It has offered the opportunity for exchange and discussion, for getting to meet old friends and new collaborators. Over the years, hundreds of contributions have addressed novel research questions and presented innovative practical solutions dedicated to the improvement of cycling safety.
Under the theme Leveraging Recreational Cycling Enthusiasm for Safer Streets, we're examining how places like Knoxville, alongside cities like Atlanta and Bentonville/Fayetteville, are translating their vibrant recreational cycling scenes into real infrastructure improvements. In cities like Knoxville, residents' passion for recreational biking is joining to create the political will to build safe streets for everyone, not just athletes.
This recreational enthusiasm can be a secret weapon for better infrastructure all cities, regardless of their position on cycling as an important form of transportation. While we understand the actions, infrastructure, and policies needed to create safer environments for cyclists – progress requires political momentum. We believe Knoxville's recreation-to-utility pathway could serve as a booster for cities across the U.S. and around the globe.
ICSC 2026 is hosted by the University of Tennessee and its Center for Transportation Research, a regional and global leader in transportation and mobility research. The University of Tennessee maintains a strong focus on cycling safety, with many ongoing research projects on cyclist behavior, infrastructure design, crash analysis, and policy development. By hosting ICSC 2026, the University of Tennessee aims to promote international dialogue, exchange new research findings, and contribute to safer cycling environments worldwide.
We look forward to welcoming you to Knoxville for an inspiring exchange of knowledge and ideas!
Venues
Conference venue: UT Conference Center
Address: 600 Henley Street, Knoxville, TN 37902
The conference will be held at the University of Tennessee’s Conference Center. The center is centrally located downtown, a short walk to bustling downtown and the University of Tennessee main campus. The venue is accessible by foot, by bike, or with the free Downtown Loop bus from Knoxville Area Transit (KAT).
Important Dates
Abstract Submission Open: March 1st, 2026
Abstract Submission Closed: April 15st, 2026
Notification of Acceptance:
June, 2026
Online Registration Opens:
June, 2026
Early Bird Deadline:
August, 2026
Pre-conference Events:
1-2 November 2026
Conference:
3-5 November, 2026
Workshop Venue: John D. Tickle Engineering Building
Address: 851 Neyland Dr Knoxville, TN 37902
The indoor workshops will take place at the John D. Tickle Engineering Building. This is a hub for transportation research and education at the University of Tennessee with two labs available for workshops.
Dinner Venue: Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame
Dinner Address: 700 Hall of Fame Dr. Knoxville, TN 37915
The conference dinner, southern barbeque, will take place at the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame, which showcases the special role Knoxville has played for women in basketball, with icons like Pat Summitt. It also highlights the importance of elevating women in all sports. The venue is accessible by foot, by bike, or with the free Downtown Loop bus from Knoxville Area Transit (KAT).
Reception Venue: Tennessee Riverboat
Reception Address: 300 Neyland Dr. Knoxville, TN 37902
The Tennessee Riverboat is an icon of the Knoxville area and is a truly unique way to experience Knoxville and the Tennessee River. The opening reception will take place on the boat, with a good mix of local drinks and great views. Don’t miss it. The Tennessee Riverboat can be reach by foot or bike via the Riverfront Greenway.
Main Topics
The headline for the conference is Leveraging Recreational Cycling Enthusiasm for Safer Streets.
This year’s program brings together new research and practical insights on cycling safety from across the world. The topics include:
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Recreational cycling perspectives – regional approaches to recreational cycling to safe infrastructure pipeline
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Behavior and human factors – how perceptions, attitudes, skills, and compliance shape safety outcomes across user types.
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Accident data and risk analysis – from under-reporting and near misses to single-bicycle crashes and long-term health impacts.
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Infrastructure – evaluating bicycle streets, junctions, and urban design for safer cycling.
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Micromobility – patterns, risks, and policy implications of e-scooters and other new modes and new users.
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Protective gear and health – helmets, garments, and the balance between safety measures and cycling promotion.
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Simulation and methods – innovative tools, from VR and simulators to advanced modelling, that open new research possibilities.
Committees
LOCAL ORGANIZING COMMITTEE
Christopher Cherry
University of Tennessee, Knoxville | USA
Aaron Fellhoelter
University of Tennessee, Knoxville | USA
Allison Rewalt
University of Tennessee, Knoxville | USA
Bruce Appleyard
San Diego State University | USA
Nick Ferenchak
University of New Mexico | USA
Julia Griswald
University of California, Berkeley | USA
Bob Schneider
University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee | USA
STEERING COMMITTEE
Arend Schwab
Delft University of Technology | The Netherlands
Marco Dozza
Chalmers University | Sweden
Aslak Fyhri
Institute of Transport Economics | Norway
Marjolein Boele
SWOV Institute for Road Safety Research | The Netherlands
Narelle Haworth
CARRS-Q, Queensland University of Technology | Australia
Nagahiro Yoshida
Osaka Metropolitan University | Japan
Tibor Petzoldt
Technische Universität Dresden | Germany
For more information on ICSC and the steering commitee please visit the ICSC website or email under contact@cyclingsafety.net
SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE
Arend L. Schwab
TU Delft | Netherlands
Ashim Debnath
Deakin University | Australia
Ben Beck
Monash University | Australia
Cara Hamann
University of Iowa | USA
Carmen Hagemeister
TU Dresden | Germany
Ceri Woolsgrove
European Cyclists' Federation | Belgium
Chris Cherry
University of Tennessee | USA
Dick de Waard
University of Groningen | Netherlands
Fred Feng
University of Michigan | USA
George Yannis
National Technical University of Athens | Greece
Glen Koorey
ViaStrada Ltd | New Zealand
Jake Olivier
University of New South Wales | Australia
Jeffrey LaMondia
Auburn University | USA
Kari Watkins
UC Davis | USA
Koh Puay Ping
Land Transport Authority | Singapore
Magdalena Lindman
If P&C Insurance | Sweden
Marco Dozza
Chalmers University of Technology | Sweden
Marjolein Boele
SWOV Institute for Road Safety Research | Netherlands
Mark King
Queensland University of Technology | Australia
Mette Møller
Technical University of Denmark | Denmark
Narelle Haworth
Queensland University of Technology | Australia
Ralph Buehler
Virginia Tech | USA
Tanja Madsen
Aalborg University | Denmark
Wes Marshall
University of Colorado Denver | USA
Cristina Montomoli
University of Pavia | Italy
Anna Niska
VTI | Sweden
Katja Schleinitz
TUEV/Argetp21 | Germany
Rebecca Sanders
Safe Streets Research | USA
Tina Gehlert
GDV | Germany
Nagahiro Yoshida
Osaka Metropolitan University | Japan
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