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Stefania Serafin is a leading researcher in the field of multisensory virtual environments, with a particular focus on auditory, haptic, and visual feedback for musical interaction. Her work bridges the gap between virtual reality, human-computer interaction, and inclusive music technology. A key contribution is her pioneering development of the "Keytar," a plucked guitar simulation mockup in Unity3D that integrates auditory, visual, and haptic feedback through a Phantom Omni robotic arm, allowing users to feel the elastic force and vibration of virtual strings. She has also advanced realistic haptic feedback for bowed string instruments, creating interfaces that replicate the nuanced sensations of bowing. Her 2023 scoping review on tactile displays for auditory augmentation, with 10 citations, provides a comprehensive overview of 27 years of progress in the field and reflects on applications for hearing-impaired users, highlighting her commitment to inclusive design. Serafin’s work has been instrumental in shaping the emerging area of multisensory musical interfaces, with her papers collectively cited over 20 times, demonstrating her impact on both academic research and practical applications in accessible music technology.