Vice-Rector Chrysi Laspidou recently participated in the Smart City Expo World Congress (SCEWC) held in Barcelona, recognized as the world’s largest and most influential event focused on urban innovation.

This global forum serves as a pivotal platform for pioneers and innovators committed to shaping the future of urban environments. Dr. Laspidou actively participated in essential discussions that influence the forthcoming phase of urban development, sharing her insights and expertise within the framework of global challenges.

The SCEWC program encompassed critical domains of future urban living, including Enabling Technologies, Energy and Environment, Mobility, Governance, Living and Inclusion, and Infrastructure and Building. Her involvement highlighted the crucial role of advanced research and interdisciplinary collaboration in fostering sustainable, citizen-centered smart city ecosystems.

By engaging with prominent international leaders, senior representatives, and leading corporations, Dr. Laspidou enhanced her global professional network and obtained critical insights that will inform her ongoing research and projects. Events such as the SCEWC play a vital role in transforming vision into practical outcomes, and her participation contributes to advancing innovation and fostering positive change within urban environments. The expertise and connections acquired at this pioneering congress will be leveraged in her future endeavors.