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Christoph Stahl’s research bridges the physical and digital worlds, focusing on social telepresence robotics and intelligent infrastructure management. His most influential work, “Social Telepresence Robots” (2018, 17 citations), established a foundational framework for understanding how mobile robotic telepresence systems can convey a sense of remote presence, emphasizing the critical role of formal and informal gestures in collaborative problem-solving. Stahl further explored this human-robot interaction in “The Role of Gesture in Social Telepresence Robots” (2019) and “Gestures Used by Intelligent Wheelchair Users” (2012), demonstrating how non-verbal communication enhances accessibility and remote collaboration. Demonstrating his versatility, Stahl leads the KaSyTwin project (2025, 7 citations), which applies digital twin technology to revolutionize sewer system management—shifting from reactive, manual maintenance to data-driven, predictive strategies for flood prevention and public health. His earlier work on modeling Ambient Assisted Living environments (2010, 7 citations) showcases a sustained commitment to using simulation for real-world impact. With a career spanning human-centered robotics and smart infrastructure, Stahl’s research consistently advances how technology can augment human capability and societal resilience.