The XXI Grudis Workshop, held on July 10, 2025, exceeded expectations in terms of participation and, most importantly, in the insights and significance of the issues discussed.

The central theme of the XXXI Grudis workshop – Building Research Networks – sparked a rich and interactive discussion on the challenges and opportunities of developing research collaborations, featuring inspiring contributions from Kristian Rotaru (Monash University), Sandra Cohen (Athens University of Economics and Business), and Susana Jorge (Faculty of Economics, University of Coimbra). The session was skillfully moderated by Aldónio Ferreira (Monash University), with an engaging opening by Sónia Nogueira (Bragança Polytechnic University).

Throughout the workshop, the importance of research networks for academic and scientific development was strongly emphasised, and participants raised several thought-provoking questions. The dynamic nature of the workshop confirmed the team’s expectation of the topic's significance, which will be further explored in future Grudis initiatives.

We extend our sincere thanks to everyone who joined us in this space for sharing, reflection, and bridge-building in accounting research.

We are also pleased to announce that the next XXII Grudis Workshop will take place on November 19, 2025 (online) and will be dedicated to the theme: How Accounting Can Shape a Better World. We look forward to another inspiring session with the academic community!

Grudis sincerely thanks the academic community for its active participation and reaffirms its commitment to promoting scientific collaboration both within Portugal and internationally.