Dr. Manuel Herrador Muñoz has made impactful contributions at the crossroads of technology and urban sustainability. He has spearheaded R&D efforts in areas such as circular economy, digital sustainability, smart urban infrastructure, and cybersecurity. His expertise spans global projects, integrating IoT, AI, and ESG strategies into smart city models to drive urban innovation. With a strong academic foundation, including post-doctoral research on well-being in smart cities and circular economy strategies across Asia, Dr. Herrador's leadership in EU-funded initiatives—raising over €200M—and collaborations with ASEAN and Japan highlight his ability to merge technology and policy, shaping the future of smart cities worldwide. Moreover, he is Academic Editor at PLOS One.