Interdisciplinary Center for Technological Analysis and Forecasting (ICTAF) is a multidisciplinary think-tank that gathers researchers and scientists to create a network of researchers in a diverse range of fields like engineering, geography, economics, education and social sciences, information technology and communications.
ICTAF mission is to:
- help policy-makers reach informed decisions based on technology’s role in the development of economy and society
- serve as a think-tank for future policy planning in Israel and abroad
- harness the knowledge of Tel Aviv University’s scientists and scholars for the benefit of the economy and society
- contribute to the efforts by Tel Aviv University to positively influence Israel’s development
ICTAF conducts research in different areas, which include technology forecasting, foresight and assessment, information and communication technologies, energy, and sustainable development. It also organizes conferences and training courses in these areas.
The Center’s website includes detailed information about its activities and publications.