The 2022 FCCN Unity Conference begins on May 31st. Learn about some of the most anticipated results.
#1 Find out about new services and projects
Annually, the FCCN Unit Conferences serve the purpose of bringing to the community served by this FCT technological unit the main news regarding the projects and services that comprise it. In this particular case, the "Zapping" session, scheduled for June 1st, will be an opportunity to quickly catch up on all the main developments. In addition to this session, the various services and projects of the FCCN Unit will be the central theme of parallel sessions during the event, allowing participants to explore their added value, results, and potential in greater depth.
#2 Explore emerging technology trends
Open Science, personal data privacy policies, cybersecurity, advanced computing, and even cryptocurrencies are some of the topics that will be covered during these three days of sessions. Given that FCCN services and projects are focused on technological innovation, several emerging trends in this area will be present. Also noteworthy is the participation of guest speakers who will delve into specific topics related to the world of technology during their keynote presentations.
#3 Receive feedback from the community
The approximately 80 institutions served by the FCCN Unit—including educational institutions, research centers, and others—also have the opportunity to contribute their experiences with the FCCN Unit's services and projects at this event. These contributions will help achieve the goal of continuous improvement, adapting services to the real needs of the community served by the FCCN Unit. This feedback is particularly relevant given the diverse experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic and the different roles that digital solutions have played during this period.
#4 Networking
The in-person meeting, which annually brings together hundreds of representatives from the institutions served by the FCCN Unit, also fulfills another fundamental objective: to strengthen existing relationships and foster cohesion within the national teaching and research community. Through the sharing of experiences, it will be possible to highlight the specific challenges faced by each institution and find collective solutions to shared problems. Furthermore, in-person contact plays an important role in future interactions, fostering collaborative work.
#5 Learn about local culture and heritage
Each year, the FCCN Unit Conferences take place in a different institution (and city). Braga, Ponta Delgada, Leiria, and Évora are some examples of locations that have hosted the conferences. In 2022, the Polytechnic of Viseu will be the meeting point for the FCCN community. The three-day program will provide an opportunity to learn more about not only this higher education institution but also the city of Viseu itself, exploring its past, present, and future.
