Dr. Daniela Sawyer is a seasoned expert in automation and robotics, currently serving as the Senior Theme Lead for Automation at the University of Sheffield AMRC. Her research focuses on robotic machining, accurate robotics, and dynamics. Since joining the AMRC in 2017, Daniela has successfully led projects for renowned manufacturers across various industries, leveraging both conventional and non-conventional manufacturing techniques. She has collaborated with organisations like ATI and EPSRC to advance research in accurate robotics, robotic machining, and the application of AI and data science in robotics.