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A. Barbuti is a leading figure in the development of remote handling technologies for nuclear fusion environments, with a particular focus on the Articulated Inspection Arm (AIA) robot. Their work has been instrumental in enabling routine in-vessel inspections of the WEST tokamak, a critical step toward maintaining and advancing fusion reactor operations. Barbuti’s major contributions include pioneering the AIA’s deployment for regular inspections, as documented in their 2018 paper (11 citations), and spearheading a major upgrade of the AIA control system to meet the demands of daily operation (2015, 10 citations). These achievements have directly enhanced the safety, reliability, and efficiency of fusion device maintenance, reducing human exposure to hazardous conditions. With a combined citation impact of over 20 across these key works, Barbuti’s research is foundational to the field of fusion robotics. Their work stands as a testament to the engineering ingenuity required to bridge the gap between experimental fusion devices and future power plants, making them a vital contributor to the global fusion energy effort.