Five months have flown by since we welcomed Carolina Schiesari to ITC, and it’s time to celebrate the meaningful contributions she has made during her stay. Following our earlier updates about her arrival and integration into the PGM department, Carolina has now completed her Visiting Scientist period — leaving behind new insights, strengthened collaborations, and a lasting connection with the ITC community.
Carolina joined us from the University of São Paulo (USP), where she is conducting her postdoctoral research on “Rural Development”, supported by São Paulo Research Foundation (FAPESP) through the Research Internship Abroad (BEPE) programme (Process No. 2025/06046-0).
Throughout these five months, under the supervision of Andre Mano, Carolina refined her methodological approach, incorporated new perspectives, and strengthened the scientific foundations of her project. The access to advanced technologies, diverse expertise, and interdisciplinary dialogue enriched her work and expanded her technical and analytical skills.
Carolina also had the opportunity to present the results of her research to the department in a well‑attended seminar that filled the room. Her presentation sparked lively and insightful discussions, with colleagues from across PGM engaging deeply with her methods and findings. The enthusiastic exchange of ideas highlighted both the relevance of her work and the collaborative spirit that shaped her stay at ITC.
Beyond her academic work, Carolina embraced life in Enschede and became an active member of the ITC community. Whether participating in informal gatherings, exchanging ideas over coffee, or joining departmental events, she brought warmth and enthusiasm to every interaction.
As her stay comes to an end, we are grateful for the knowledge she shared and the bridges she helped build between ITC and USP. This collaboration has grown stronger thanks to her dedication and Andre Mano’s supervision, and we look forward to seeing it continue in the years ahead.
We thank Carolina for her commitment, energy, and collegiality — and we wish her every success as she continues her research journey. ITC’s doors will always remain open to her.
