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Don't miss Part 1 of AAAM's new multi-part webinar series, "Autistic Youth Navigating Independence Through Driving," happening Friday, June 26, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Central. Part 2 will be held July 21.

For many Autistic teens, earning a driver's license represents more than transportation—it can be a pathway to greater independence, community participation, and improved quality of life. Join us to review current research on driving and Autistic youth and gain valuable insights into promoting safe and independent driving for Autistic adolescents.

Learn more and register today: https://www.pathlms.com/aaam/webinars/144119

Three weeks left to apply for the 2026–2027 H. Clay Gabler Scholar’s Program Award!

If you're an emerging leader in traffic safety and automotive medicine pursuing an MS, MPH, PhD, MD, or MD/PhD, applying for AAAM’s $20,000 USD research award is your opportunity to accelerate your impact and gain recognition. Present your research at AAAM’s 70th Annual Scientific Conference, Oct. 20-23, 2026, in Costa Rica.

⏰ Deadline: June 30, 2026

Learn more and apply: https://www.aaam.org/education-resource-center/scholars-program/

For many Autistic teens, earning a driver's license represents more than transportation—it can be a pathway to greater independence, community participation, and improved quality of life.

AAAM is pleased to launch a new multi-part webinar series exploring driving trends among young people with Autism, beginning with the webinar, "Autistic Youth Navigating Independence Through Driving: Part 1," on Friday, June 26, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Central.

Join us to review current research on driving and Autistic youth and gain valuable insights into promoting safe and independent driving for Autistic adolescents.

Learn more and register today: https://www.pathlms.com/aaam/webinars/144119

In honor of National Trauma Awareness Month, AAAM is highlighting individuals playing a vital role in trauma care, injury treatment, and automotive safety research.

“I can’t say enough about the great people and great things being done at AAAM. As a trauma surgeon, I really appreciate the opportunity to work with great partners from so many other disciplines that are dedicated to road traffic safety," says R. Shayn Martin, MD, Professor of Surgery, Wake Forest University School of Medicine; Medical Director, General Surgery Ambulatory Operations, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist

AAAM is dedicated to advancing trauma research and road safety through many disciplines, from the evolution of the Abbreviated Injury Scale (AIS) to supporting traffic safety research around the globe.

315,167 people were injured due to distracted driving in 2024 according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

AAAM is advancing groundbreaking research in road safety, trauma, and vehicle safety to save lives and prevent injuries on the road.

“AAAM’s stewardship of the Abbreviated Injury Scale (AIS) has had a profound impact on trauma research, injury surveillance, and vehicle safety," says Thomas Hartka, MD, MS, MSDS, Emergency Medicine Physician and Data Scientist, School of Medicine at the University of Virginia. "AAAM’s continued leadership in maintaining and evolving AIS is essential to improving trauma care and injury prevention.”

May is National Trauma Awareness Month. AAAM's Abbreviated Injury Scale (AIS) advances trauma research and gives clinicians the tools they need to effectively assess and treat road traffic-related injuries.

"Data tells the story—AIS transforms injuries into insight, guiding better care, stronger prevention, and healthier communities.” - Amy Brammer, MSN, RN, Trauma Program Director, Kaiser Permanente Vacaville Medical Center; AAAM Faculty, AIS Course; and Chair, Abbreviated Injury Scale Certification Board (AISC.B)

Have you submitted any nominations for the 2026 AAAM Awards yet? This is a unique opportunity to celebrate those who have made remarkable strides in advancing road safety around the globe.

Your nominations help shine a light on the exceptional work and achievements within our interdisciplinary community. This is your chance to acknowledge those whose dedication and achievements inspire us all and advance AAAM's mission of saving lives and eliminating road traffic injuries.

Submit your nominations today: https://www.aaam.org/about/awards

Last call for AAAM Fellow nominations!

There are only a few days left to honor an AAAM member for their contributions to automotive safety or submit a self-nomination.

Nominations close this Monday, May 3. Submit a Fellow nomination or self-nomination now: https://heyor.ca/4f8DoF

Time is running out to submit your 2026 AAAM Fellow nominations!

Recognize an AAAM member for their contributions to traffic safety or self-nominate before nominations close next Monday, May 3.

Only one week left! Submit a nomination or self-nomination now: https://heyor.ca/4f8DoF