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Anna Astolfi is a robotics researcher specializing in underwater legged robotics, marine automation, and bioinspired locomotion. Her work sits at a compelling intersection of engineering and marine science, focused on developing robotic systems capable of operating in complex underwater environments with real-world applications. Astolfi's most significant contributions center on advancing underwater legged robots (ULRs) as versatile platforms for ocean exploration and environmental monitoring. Her highly cited 2023 review paper on underwater legged robotics (29 citations) has established itself as a key reference in the field, mapping the landscape and future directions of this emerging discipline. Translating this vision into practice, her 2024 work on marine sediment sampling (16 citations) demonstrated how ULRs can be deployed for critical microplastic assessment studies, directly addressing pressing environmental challenges. Her 2021 research on multilegged underwater running (14 citations) advanced understanding of dynamic locomotion in aquatic environments, drawing on animal-inspired movement principles. More recently, her investigation into crab-inspired foot kinematics and USLIP dynamics reflects a deepening commitment to bioinspired design. With a growing citation record and research addressing urgent ecological concerns, Astolfi represents an exciting voice in next-generation marine robotics.