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Dr. Norbert Zajzon is a leading figure in the development of autonomous robotic systems for extreme underwater environments, with his work centered on the exploration and mapping of flooded mines. As a key contributor to the EU-funded UNEXMIN and UNEXUP projects, his primary research areas include robotics for geological surveying, 3D mapping of submerged cavities, and the application of multi-sensor platforms for raw materials exploration. His most impactful contribution is the design and development of the UX-1 robotic system, detailed in his highly cited 2018 paper (34 citations), which enables autonomous data collection in hazardous, human-inaccessible flooded mines. This work has pioneered a new methodology for obtaining critical geological information, replacing dangerous manual surveys with safe, robotic exploration. With a cumulative citation count exceeding 60 across his core publications, Dr. Zajzon’s research has demonstrated the commercial viability of underwater robotic exploration, bridging the gap between academic innovation and industrial application. His achievements include successfully transitioning the UNEXMIN technology into a market-ready service through the UNEXUP project, providing a novel tool for the sustainable assessment of abandoned mine resources and underground water reservoirs.