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Ergina Kavallieratou is a researcher whose work spans underwater robotics, educational robotics, and human-robot interaction, with a particular focus on developing affordable, accessible robotic systems for real-world and pedagogical applications. Her most significant contributions lie in the design and fabrication of low-cost underwater vehicles and robotic arms, including the 3D-printed mini ROV and the IURA and MURA robotic arm systems developed for aquaculture inspection and maintenance tasks — work that has collectively attracted over 20 citations and addresses genuine industry needs in reducing operational costs at fish farms. Kavallieratou has also made meaningful strides in educational robotics, pioneering platforms like EL Greco — a humanoid robot and remote Python programming environment — that bring hands-on coding experiences to distance learners. Her efforts to integrate robotics into formal education extend further through the organization and study of robotic competitions, offering empirical insights into active learning methodologies. Early work on Kinect-based NAO robot control reflects her longstanding interest in intuitive human-robot interfaces. Across her career, Kavallieratou consistently champions cost-effective engineering solutions that democratize access to advanced robotics for both industry professionals and students alike.