The Institute for Creativity, Arts, and Technology

The Virginia Tech Institute for Creativity, Arts, and Technology (ICAT) brings together scientists, engineers, artists, and designers to tackle some of the world’s most complex problems. 

Powered by advanced technology and networks of talented and creative people, ICAT brings together and supports teams of faculty and students from across academic disciplines to address particular needs, ranging from large societal problems to industry-specific challenges.Envisioning the decade ahead, ICAT explores the intellectual, intuitive, economic, creative, and ethical forces that shape our future.