Institute for Creativity, Arts, and Technology

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ICAT

Powered by advanced technology and networks of creative people, the Institute for Creativity, Arts, and Technology (ICAT) brings together and supports teams of faculty and students from across academic disciplines to address grand challenges and creative opportunities, ranging from large societal problems to industry-specific issues to the frontiers of artistic expression.

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ICAT Playdates: Join us Fridays at 9am est for our ICAT Playdate, a weekly showcase of exceptional faculty and student work.; View all playdates

Studios: The Cube is a four-story-high, state-of-the-art theatre and high tech laboratory that serves multiple platforms of creative practice.; Tour our facilities

ICAT Projects

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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Researchers use 3D modeling to decode aerial undulation’s role in flying snake glides , article Date: Jun 26, 2020
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Fluent in flavor: Using machine learning to build a flavor language for whiskey , article Date: Jun 09, 2020
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Experience Virginia Tech’s first immersive festival with ICAT Creativity + Innovation Day , article Date: Apr 21, 2020
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‘Complete Mind’ concert journeys from 17th century to present day exploring emotions through sound , article Date: Mar 09, 2020

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ICAT Centers & Districts

Center for Educational Networks and Impacts

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

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

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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