Dr María Cambra-López is an Associate Professor in the Animal Science Department at the Polytechnic University of Valencia, Spain. She is recognised for her work in animal production technology and precision nutrition of non-ruminants. She is author and co-author of more than 137 original scientific documents, including research papers, conference papers and book chapters. Professor Cambra-López has received several awards from international academic and research bodies in recognition of her research contributions. She is a member of the European Association of Precision Livestock Farming (EA-PLF). She coordinates a national initiative to connect researchers in the field of PLF across Spain, as well as the training of students and professionals in this area.

Dr Yang Zhao is an Associate Professor in the Animal Science Department at the University of Tennessee, USA. He is recognised for his work in smart poultry farming and has had his work published in over 150 scientific articles. Dr Zhao has been in Chair and member roles of several professional committees of the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) and is an Associate Editor of the Transactions of the ASABE. He is also the lead editor and co-editor of several Special Issues published in Animals.