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Dr. Francesco Costantino is a leading researcher at the intersection of human-robot collaboration and systems safety engineering. His work focuses on developing socio-technical frameworks to ensure safe and effective integration of collaborative robots (cobots) in industrial settings. Dr. Costantino’s major contributions include pioneering the application of Systems-Theoretic Process Analysis (STPA) and interdependence analysis to cobot applications, moving beyond traditional risk assessment to capture the dynamic, joint cognitive interactions between humans and machines. His most cited work, “Teaming with industrial cobots: A socio‐technical perspective on safety analysis” (70 citations), established a foundational approach for safety analysis in human-robot teams. He has further advanced the field through case studies on warehouse management and robot-assisted tasks, demonstrating how functional systems-thinking can uncover emergent risks. Most recently, Dr. Costantino has explored the use of Large Language Models for analyzing accident narratives, showcasing his forward-looking approach to leveraging AI for safety insights. With over 125 citations across his key publications, his research is shaping how industries design safer, more collaborative work systems.