About Us
Vision
To become among the top-rated institutes globally in transformative, sustainable technologies geared toward societal needs.
Mission
To enable and engage in path-finding interdisciplinary research at the intersection of engineering, science, biology, and the humanities to advance the frontiers of knowledge, promote economic development and enhance the quality of life in the Commonwealth of Virginia, the U.S., and the world at large, and enhance the educational experience of both undergraduate and graduate students.
Goals
- Identify emerging trends in engineering, physical and life science, and social sciences.
- Select strategic areas of interdisciplinary research for investment and growth.
- Invest in equipment, laboratory space and faculty in the selected research areas.
- Partner with academic units to start initiatives to increase the number of high quality Ph.D. graduates.
- Initiate program(s) to honor faculty.
- Support research and educational programs to reach out to developing communities locally and globally.
- Increase the capacity and reputation of VT in transformative, sustainable technologies.
ICTAS Research
Values
Integrity: We embrace integrity as a basis for the greater good in our actions and programs. We endeavor to maintain the highest standards of personal and professional behavior
Service: We are people-oriented, offering service as the foundation of an organizational culture that promotes and respects the dignity of every person. We embody the Virginia Tech motto: Ut Prosim, That I May Serve.
Forward Thinking We value the pursuit of cutting edge technology, welcoming ideas from many sources. Recognizing risk-taking as an invaluable asset, we foster intellectual inquiry, exploration, discovery and creativity that transcend traditional boundaries.
Spirit of Openness: We welcome broad perspective. Without prejudice, we invite all to partner in advanced technology exploration and transformation through intellectual prospecting and conscientious exploitation of resources.
Sustainability: We recognize implications of future societal challenges. As an institute of Virginia Tech, a land grant university, we seek opportunities for productive stewardship of resources.