NetCom at the SCICO+ Transnational Meeting in Naples

NetCom participates in the VI SCICO+ Transnational Meeting in Naples:

Innovation and collaboration for scientific communication

The final VI Transnational Meeting of the “SCI-CO+” project, funded by Erasmus+ and coordinated by the IDIS Foundation – Città della Scienza, took place in Naples between May 6 and 8, featuring prominent events that brought together museums, universities, research centers, and European businesses. NetCom, an active partner within the DATABENC District, made a significant contribution to the development of innovative strategies for museum scientific communication, presenting the final results of the project, which involved “eight partners from five countries” (Italy, Ireland, Romania, Portugal, and Sweden).

The SCICO+ project aimed to bridge a gap in the field of scientific communication by creating an innovative methodological and technological system (“e-SciCo”) based on advanced ICT technologies for content creation and consumption. This initiative enabled the training of specialized professionals and the modernization of communication strategies, focusing on sustainability, inclusivity, and global accessibility.

The main result was the creation of the SCICO+ platform, which offers theoretical and practical courses, interactive workshops, and training tools validated by experts. To date, the platform has over 200 registered users, with 9 training modules, 64 lessons, and 50 activities, thanks to the collaboration and contributions of all project partners.

During the three-day event, held between the IDIS Foundation and the Federico II University, crucial topics such as the role of museums in the 21st century, digital transition, and scientific storytelling were discussed. Alfredo Troiano, Technical Director of NetCom and head of the R&D department, presented the activities of the DATABENC District within the SCICO+ project, emphasizing how collaboration between businesses, research, and cultural institutions is key to promoting innovative solutions.

On May 7, during an interactive session with students and professionals at Federico II University, the importance of tools such as “digital design” and “computational thinking” in making science more accessible was highlighted. The next day, at the ICOM conference, the discussion focused on how scientific communication can help museums become more inclusive and sustainable institutions.

Key moments from the event:

Cultural visits to the Museo del Palazzo Reale di Portici (MUSA) and the galleries of Federico II University, symbols of the fusion of history and innovation.
Interactive sessions such as the “Future Lab,” where future perspectives for professions related to scientific communication were discussed.
Sharing of results, with the presentation of the SCICO+ platform and an agreement for its continued use after the project.

The SCICO+ project, funded by Erasmus+ (Conv. No. 2022-1-IT01-KA220-VET-000086033), is an example of how Europe can unite resources and skills to train professionals who can make science a shared asset.

Thanks to the platform developed, museums, institutions, and businesses now have concrete tools to improve cultural and scientific accessibility, as demonstrated by the example lessons on “digital design” or “creative storytelling with zines.”

NetCom continues to support initiatives that combine technology, culture, and innovation, strengthening the role of the DATABENC District as a development hub for cultural and scientific heritage.

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