ARCATU 2026

The 2nd Applied Research Conference of Accra Technical University on Engineering, Business, & Arts

ON ATU CAMPUS, ACCRA & ONLINE | 16-18 SEPTEMBER 2026

ICAADS

International Conference on Applied Arts, Design, and Sustainability

Theme:

Applied Arts, Design, and Sustainability in the Era of AI: Creative Technologies, Culture, and Human-Centred Innovation

Overview

ICAADS 2026 is a premier international platform that brings together experts from applied arts, design, and sustainability to explore innovative solutions for a better future. The conference is designed to foster interdisciplinary collaborations and to push the boundaries of creative expression while ensuring ecological and social responsibility.

Objectives:

  • Foster multidisciplinary collaboration between artists, designers, and sustainability experts.
  • Promote innovative and sustainable design practices.
  • Showcase research and innovation from Accra Technical University and beyond.
  • Encourage knowledge exchange between academia, industry, and creative professionals.
  • Support emerging researchers and innovators in applied arts and design.
  • Enhance ATU’s role as a hub for sustainable design and creative industries in Ghana and West Africa.

Conference Tracks

ICAADS 2026 welcomes submissions in the following areas:

  • Sustainable Design and Innovation
    • Eco-friendly materials and sustainable product design
    • Circular design principles in fashion, architecture, and digital media
    • Sustainable practices in textile and fashion industries

 

  • Creative Arts and Digital Media
    • The role of digital media in promoting sustainability
    • Art and design for social change and environmental advocacy
    • Virtual and augmented reality applications in sustainable design

 

  • Cultural Heritage and Sustainable Development
    • Preserving traditional arts and crafts in the modern era
    • Indigenous knowledge and sustainable creative practices
    • Community-driven art projects for sustainability

THE 2ND EDITION

Applied Research Conference of Accra Technical University (ARCATU 2026)

September 16-18, 2026 | Held at Accra Technical University, Accra-Ghana(and online)

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International, Intercultural, Interdisciplinary

About ARCATU 2026

The Applied Research Conference of Accra Technical University (ARCATU 2026) is the premier annual research event at Accra Technical University, bringing together academics, researchers, industry experts, and students to discuss cutting-edge innovations and sustainable solutions for the future. This year, ARCATU 2026 will take place from September 16-18, 2026, at Accra Technical University, Ghana.

Email address:

Phone Numbers:

  • +233 54 928 0626
  • +233 24 426 6174
  • +233 24 668 7316
  • +233 24 373 1657

Three parallel conferences

ARCATU 2026 will feature three parallel conferences, each focusing on critical areas of applied research: