Keynote Speakers
Invited experts invited to deliver keynote lectures during the scientific programme of the 10th International Sheep Veterinary Congress.
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Keynote Speakers
The keynote sessions of ISVC2023 brought together researchers and veterinary professionals from a range of international institutions. The profiles below summarise the academic and research background of each keynote speaker and the subjects they addressed before the assembly in Seville.
Abecia, José Alfonso
Keynote Speaker
Short bio. José-Alfonso Abecia is a veterinarian and researcher whose published work covers animal nutrition, feed resources and the use of by-products in small-ruminant diets, with work published in Animal – Science proceedings and related journals.
Adjou, Karim
Keynote Speaker
Keynote lecture delivered on the European animal welfare framework and its implications for flock health and husbandry practices, reflecting published work on animal welfare in livestock systems.
Alvarez, Mário Felipe
Keynote Speaker
Mário Felipe Alvarez is a veterinary scientist working on animal nutrition and reproduction in small ruminants, with a research record published through the Animal – Science proceedings series.
Aparicio, Miguel Ángel
Keynote Speaker
Miguel Ángel Aparicio has contributed to the study of the sanitary and productive performance of sheep flocks in Mediterranean systems, including published work on seasonal reproductive patterns.
Arranz, Juan José
Keynote Speaker
Juan José Arranz is a recognised specialist in sheep genetics and reproduction, and is associated with the Grupo Nao Medicina research group referenced in the speaker materials.
Bauer, Benjamin
Keynote Speaker
Benjamin Bauer works on the ecology and management of pastoral and extensive livestock systems, including research on flock nutrition and grazing resources in dry environments.
Further reading. Some biographies reference published articles and conference proceedings available through journals and institutional repositories, including Animal – Science proceedings and the MODNut 2022 meeting resources.
The speakers section of the 10th International Sheep Veterinary Congress introduces the invited experts selected to deliver keynote lectures within the scientific programme. These presentations are expected to bring authoritative perspectives to the congress in Seville, helping frame the veterinary discussions that follow across the wider event schedule.
Keynote lectures offer a natural starting point for delegates seeking an overview of the most relevant issues in sheep veterinary practice. The programme brings together expertise from across the international community, reflecting the congress emphasis on shared knowledge, professional representation, and exchange among colleagues attending from different countries.
Beyond the keynote sessions, the congress scientific programme includes oral presentations, posters, and other opportunities for research and practical experience to be shared. The speakers listed here form an essential part of that programme, contributing to the academic and technical substance of the meeting for veterinary professionals.
The 10th International Sheep Veterinary Congress is presented as a collaborative gathering for veterinarians, researchers, and specialists concerned with sheep health, production, and related fields. Attending the keynote sessions provides insight into current priorities and creates a valuable foundation for the broader discussions organised throughout the event in Seville.