BUSINESS AND SCIENCE NETWORK
BUSINESS AND SCIENCE NETWORK
WHAT IT IS
Promote the implementation of technological solutions for the efficient management of cities
Analyze the latest technological trends in the field of urban sustainability and encourage collaboration between the various entities in the network to develop innovative solutions for the intelligent management of infrastructure, mobility, energy and waste in cities.
Create case studies to encourage interaction between companies, academic institutions and public bodies
Develop and present practical examples of how collaboration between private companies, academic institutions and public entities can result in more sustainable and technological city models. These case studies should demonstrate the creation of effective and innovative partnerships for the development of smart urban solutions.
Demonstrate the economic impact of smart cities
Develop new strategies for the urban sector with the aim of increasing the competitiveness and sustainability of cities, highlighting the importance of technology in improving living conditions and generating new business and economic opportunities in urban areas.
Promote education and training in emerging technologies and smart city management
Invest in training talent and sharing good practices, action strategies and research projects that contribute to the development of smarter cities. Through education, foster the adoption of new technologies and management techniques in the urban context.
DYNAMISED BY
João Rodrigues dos Santos is an Associate Professor at Universidade Europeia (Portugal). At Universidade Europeia, he is the Scientific and Vertical Coordinator of the Management and Economics area. He has a PhD in Economics and Business (Universidad Europea de Madrid), a Master’s degree in International Security and Safety Management and a Degree in Geography and Territorial Planning (Universidade Nova de Lisboa).
Before taking on the role of Scientific and Vertical Coordinator at the European University, João Rodrigues dos Santos was the Director of the Degree and Master’s Degree in Municipal Management at the Instituto Superior de Educação e Ciências (Portugal).
João Rodrigues dos Santos has more than 25 years of professional experience in Public Administration, in the area of Territorial Information Systems.
As an Integrated Researcher, he is a member of the Center for Transdisciplinary Development Studies at the Universidade de Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro (Portugal). He is the author of two books in two of his areas of interest (Economics and Territorial Management) and frequently publishes chapters and articles of an academic, technical and scientific nature.
João Rodrigues dos Santos collaborates with CNN Portugal, analyzing and commenting on national and international economic news.
Rui Mesquita
DYNAMISED BY
I’m a computer engineer with extensive experience in Smart Cities projects, technology and innovation consultancy and cybersecurity. With over 30 years’ experience in the IT and Public Administration sectors, I lead digital transformation initiatives, integrating technology to optimise urban infrastructures and public services.
I currently work as an IT Technician at the Municipality of Lagoa (Algarve), where I coordinate the SmartCity:Lagoa project, driving technological solutions for more efficient and sustainable cities. At the same time, I am a lecturer in higher education, teaching subjects in the areas of Smart Cities, Programming and Human-Computer Interaction.
Specialising in cybersecurity, I provide consultancy in the implementation of solutions for data protection and compliance with regulatory standards. Passionate about innovation and sustainability, I promote open innovation processes, always with a focus on improving citizens’ quality of life and creating smarter, more connected territories.
Membros fundadores
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AGENDA
Lançamento oficial do BSN Sustentabilidade e Responsabilidade Corporativa
SETEMBRO, 2022
Conferência Sustentabilidade e Responsabilidade Corporativa
NOVEMBRO, 2022
Publicação da Revista Business & Science Network – Sustentabilidade e Responsabilidade Corporativa
DEZEMBRO, 2022