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The Virginia Tech Institute for Creativity, Arts, and Technology (ICAT) advances research, innovation, and education by bringing together faculty and students across disciplines; providing funding, space, support, and expertise; and building mutually beneficial partnerships beyond campus.

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ICAT Research themes

ICAT projects are funded to artists, designers, engineers, and scientists who come together in a living laboratory that fosters creativity and promotes critical reflection. Explore below to discover how our faculty and students are solving the complex problems of the world.

Creating the future of work

Advances in technology are changing the ways we work. From the aesthetics, and functionality to the ways we collaborate, these projects focus on efficiency, productivity, and value. Read more

Engaging community

Science should be available to everyone. Research shouldn’t be hidden in labs and buried on computer hard drives. Read more

Making big discoveries with immersive technology

Immersive technologies are changing the research landscape. These projects use visual design, 3D modeling, animation, programming, motion capture integration, and true 360-degree sound. Read more

Bridging physical distance

Connecting people separated by distance. With the propagation of COVID-19, what was once a matter of convenience is now a requirement. Read more

Amplifying the arts

Art and technology continually define and redefine our world. Art provides a powerful lens for viewing the world and opens up the possibilities to traverse domains, often in the most unexpected ways. Read more

Empowering data

Pioneering new possibilities with data. As our data-filled world continues to expand it becomes increasingly difficult to manage and make sense of the overwhelming amounts of information. Read more

Designing a more sustainable world

Creativity that spurs change. This work supports our ecological and cultural resilience. Thoughtful environmental design means a better world for us all. Read more

Re-imagining education

A new blueprint for the future of learning. We’re creating educational environments that prepare students to confidently enter a world requiring creativity, adaptability, and collaboration. Read more

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ICAT in the news

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Discovering the hidden world of freshwater mussels with immersive technology , article
“With this project, we are trying to explain and make people aware of a complicated environmental problem that affects some of the most imperiled creatures in our very backyard, at the Clinch River in Appalachia,” explained Matthew Hull.
Date: Dec 03, 2021
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Faculty Fellows program fosters connections between faculty, students, and community , article
The Faculty Fellows program bridges student affairs and academic affairs through the university’s land-grant goals of research, instruction, and outreach.
Date: Oct 15, 2021
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‘Mosaic for Earth’ concert to celebrate, explore world wonders with 300 musicians , article
“This project harnesses the power of music to celebrate nature and consider our responsibilities as stewards of the natural world,” said Dwight Bigler, “Mosaic for Earth” composer and director of choirs at Virginia Tech. The School of Performing Arts seeks community support to showcase the concert worldwide.
Date: Oct 11, 2021

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ICAT Centers & Districts

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Center for Educational Networks and Impacts , redirect
CENI advances high quality SEAD teaching and learning opportunities in the P-12 contexts and leads in STEM work-force development from early childhood through professional practice.
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Center for Human-Computer Interaction , redirect
The Center for Human-Computer Interaction is a world leader in HCI research, both designing interactive experiences and studying human interaction with and through technology.
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Creativity + Innovation District , redirect
The C+I team melds the exploration of innovative technologies and the design of creative experiences with best practices for developing impact-driven and meaningful outcomes and solutions.

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ICAT creates opportunities for Virginia Tech faculty to explore new areas of transdisciplinary research, build new partnerships, and cross disciplinary boundaries. There are many ways for faculty members to be involved with ICAT as well as to receive funding and support for transdisciplinary research projects.
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Student Opportunities , home
ICAT spans academics and research, offering opportunities to explore new ideas, work as part of interdisciplinary teams with other students and faculty members, get funding for research projects, and learn through cutting-edge experiences beyond the classroom.
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Donor support , home
Through ICAT, your company has unparalleled access to work side-by-side with teams of university experts to explore new ideas and solutions. ICAT helps companies of all sizes explore ideas in low-risk, low-cost ways, customizing services to meet specific budgets, timelines and desired outcomes.
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ICAT helps companies of all sizes explore ideas in low-risk, low-cost ways, customizing services to meet specific budgets, timelines and desired outcomes.