The accident research vehicle at the scene of an accident. Behind it is a police vehicle.

Results of accident research

The Danish newspaper "Der Nordschleswiger" has published an article about the work of accident research. The article is available in German.

To the article

Ein Unfallforscher kniet neben einem verunfallten Fahrzeug und notiert die Daten des Reifens.

Accident research

Interview with Dr. Johannsen
Head of Accident Research at the MHH

Accident research at the MHH

For more than 45 years, the Hannover Medical School has been conducting a traffic accident research project based on accident scene surveys. This involves recording accident traces, vehicle deformations and injuries in detail and thus creating opportunities to develop measures to reduce the risk of accidents and the consequences of injuries. Through our research, we have contributed to achieving the current level of road safety.

The recorded accident data is internationally recognized and is used to define safety requirements for

motor vehicles
infrastructure
traffic regulations

are used.

Furthermore, car manufacturers and suppliers use the data to develop and test safety systems.

About us

Our work

What does accident research do, why and since when?

Have you been in contact with us?

You were involved in an accident or saw us during the accident investigation?

Science and research

In addition to accident investigation, accident research also carries out projects and studies.

Publications

An overview of some of our publications in recent years.

The team

The employees of accident research

Contact

How to reach us and where to find us.