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Nicola Casagli is a leading figure in geological risk assessment and monitoring, with a career defined by innovative approaches to slope stability and underwater robotics. His research primarily focuses on rock mechanics, landslide prediction, and the development of advanced monitoring systems for natural and man-made hazards. Casagli’s major contributions include a groundbreaking method for identifying impending failure in rock slopes, detailed in his 2017 paper (25 citations), which has significant implications for mining safety and economic efficiency. He also led the design of an integrated multiparametric monitoring system for the Sciara del Fuoco landslides (2011, 8 citations), enhancing deformation tracking on volcanic slopes. Notably, Casagli contributed to the development of the Nemo remotely operated underwater vehicle (2015, 8 citations), used for inspecting the Costa Concordia wreck, showcasing his versatility in applying robotics to underwater interventions. His work extends to cultural heritage revitalization, as seen in his proposals for the Bamiyan Valley in Afghanistan (2020, 6 citations), emphasizing sustainable development. With a career spanning high-impact hazard mitigation and technological innovation, Casagli’s research continues to shape geotechnical engineering and disaster risk reduction.