With a staggering 12,458 participants, the event left an indelible mark on the academic and multidisciplinary environment.

CIDU 2023 not only surpassed its own record of 11,435 attendees from the previous year, but also stood out for the diversity of fields represented and the level of content offered. With 418 papers and 81 keynote speeches, the event was an intellectual beacon, consolidating its position as a key venue for the exchange of knowledge and experience on a global scale.

One of the most notable aspects was the significant increase in participation and discussion around the various symposia. Disciplines such as Agricultural and Forestry Sciences, Animal and Biological Sciences, Engineering Sciences, Water Resources Sciences, Industry and Production Sciences, Business Sciences, Social, Economic and Financial Sciences, Education Sciences and Health Sciences were the main pillars of debate and analysis during the Congress.

The rector of the UTEQ, Eduardo Díaz, expressed his enthusiasm and gratitude for the resounding success of CIDU 2023 in his opening remarks. He stressed the University's commitment to continuing to be a reference in the creation of spaces for dialogue and learning that have a positive impact on academic and social development at national and international levels.

CIDU 2023 has not only consolidated UTEQ's reputation as an institution committed to academic excellence but has also set an important precedent in the history of university congresses, reaffirming the importance of multidisciplinary exchanges in the continuous search for knowledge and innovation.

The impact of this congress promises to last for a long time, inspiring new research, interdisciplinary collaborations, and the continuous development of the university and the scientific field.