Smart City Expo World Congress 2024

The Nodes research group from the Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC) took an important role in the Smart City Expo World Congress 2024, which took place between November 5 and 7, 2024 in the Fira de Barcelona. The team participated in  the AccessCat Network stand, which provided researchers with the opportunity to showcase their technologies and accessibility solutions to companies and organizations from around the globe.

Considered the world’s leading event on urban innovation and smart cities, the Smart City Expo World Congress brought together experts, institutions, and companies to promote more sustainable, efficient, and inclusive cities. The AccessCat stand served as a primordial point for connecting Catalan research with the global sphere.

On Tuesday, November 5, the NODES group presented their innovations in mapping and collaborative cartography, emphasizing collective and citizen intelligence to enhance urban accessibility. Their contributions sparked interest among professionals and institutions seeking to apply these methodologies to develop more inclusive cities.
In conclusion, the participation of NODES and the AccessCat Network reinforced Catalonia’s position as an international leader in accessibility and innovation, highlighting the importance of integrating technology and social values into the creation of smart cities.