1. Engage with Leading Edge Research
Conference proceeding are a way to engage with leading edge research prior to official journal publication. They may include: findings, innovations, best practices, or new methodology (especially in science & engineering)
2. Informally Present Research
Conference proceedings allow researcher to explain their research in a less formal setting than peer reviewed journals.
3. Present New Ideas
Conference proceeding allow researchers to present new concepts and techniques in a field which are not fully developed. This allows other researchers to be involved and influence the direction of research at the early stages.
4. Connect
If you are new to a field of research conference proceedings can help connect you with research, researchers, research teams or institutions doing research on topic of interest.