Lisi Tang, from Xinjiang Agricultural University, has a BS in Turfgrass Science (2016) and is pursuing a PhD in Turfgrass Science (PhD completion is expected this year). She is now a PhD candidate in the Department of Turfgrass Science at the university. Her work in the field of turfgrass science has resulted in two publications in core journals, presentations at conferences, and participation in lectures related to her research. Her research interests include the stress tolerance of turfgrass, the molecular mechanisms of resistance, and the development of new turfgrass varieties with improved stress tolerance.

Qikun Yu, a graduate of Sanjiang University with a BS in Turfgrass Science (2020), is pursuing a PhD in Turfgrass Science at Xinjiang Agricultural University, with an expected completion date of 2028. He is now a PhD candidate in the Department of Turfgrass Science at the university. His research primarily focuses on the stress tolerance of turfgrass, and he has already published two articles in core journals. His research interests encompass exploring the molecular mechanisms underlying stress tolerance in turfgrass, developing new turfgrass varieties with enhanced stress resistance, and investigating rapid identification and modelling of turfgrass drought tolerance using hyperspectral techniques to assess turfgrass performance.

Wen Li is a Master's degree candidate in Turfgrass Science at Xinjiang Agricultural University. Her academic journey has been centred around the stress tolerance of turfgrass, which has been the primary focus of her research. Her research interests are diverse and encompass exploring the molecular mechanisms of drought stress tolerance in turfgrass, as well as developing new turfgrass varieties with improved stress resistance.

Zongjiu Sun, PhD holder, doctoral supervisor, and associate dean. His research areas encompass grassland cultivation, grazing management, and the evaluation and development of grass seed resources. He has led 19 research projects, including 4 funded by the National Natural Science Foundation, and has published 20 SCI papers. Additionally, he has cultivated four national-level grass varieties and has been awarded the second prize for provincial- and ministerial-level scientific and technological progress.

Peiying Li, PhD holder, and doctoral supervisor. Her research areas encompass the genetic diversity of turfgrass germplasm, molecular mechanisms of resistance, and the breeding of new varieties. She has led 10 research projects, including 3 funded by the National Natural Science Foundation, and has published two SCI papers. Additionally, she has cultivated five national-level grass varieties and has been awarded the second prize for provincial- and ministerial-level scientific and technological progress.