The FCCN Conference: Testimony of Susana Lopes – Nova SBE

On April 15, 16 and 17, the Madeira Congress Center and Pestana Casino Park, in Funchal, will host the 15th edition of the FCCN Conferences: the largest meeting of the research and higher education community.

It is now possible reserve your place In this new edition, and so that you can do so in the most informed way, we share some testimonials from those who have already attended the FCCN Conferences in previous years.

Susana Lopes, responsible for the Library of Nova School of Business & Economics, from NOVA University of Lisbon, told us about his experience in the 2023 edition.

Topics in this article:

• What motivated you to be present at the event in 2023?
• What knowledge did you take away from the event?
• Do you think the FCCN Conferences are important for the national Teaching and Research community?
• What do you expect from the 2024 edition?

What motivated you to be present at the event in 2023?

What motivated me was learning about the FCCN team's initiatives. I really enjoyed the team's session. PTCRIS, because it addresses topics that are relevant to me and to the work I do with the researchers. It's always good to stay up to date in order to better respond to the needs of our community.

What knowledge did you take away from the event?

The B-on sessions, PTCRIS and the zapping of the projects always have information that is relevant and useful for the work I do. In addition to learning about the development of the projects, it was very interesting to see the best practices shared by some colleagues invited to the various sessions.

Do you think the FCCN Conferences are important for the national Teaching and Research community?

Yes, I consider the journeys an important event for the community. On the one hand, It is undeniable that it is an event with high community participation and, therefore, it is also a time for colleagues to meet. On the other hand, it is a moment of sharing knowledge.

What do you expect from the 2024 edition?

I believe it will be, once again, a success with the added component of socializing.

Susana Lopes ends by reinforcing that “FCCN Conferences are a time to meet colleagues and share experiences.”

Other testimonials about the FCCN 2023 Conference can be found at https://www.fccn.pt/blog/ .