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Georg Fischer is a leading figure in nuclear fusion engineering, with a primary focus on the development of remote handling systems for next-generation fusion facilities. His most-cited work, "The remote handling system of IFMIF-DONES" (2019), has garnered 26 citations and lays the groundwork for the complex robotic maintenance required in the International Fusion Materials Irradiation Facility – DEMO Oriented Neutron Source (IFMIF-DONES). Fischer’s major contributions center on designing and validating the telemanipulation and robotic systems that will operate in high-radiation, hazardous environments, ensuring the viability of long-term fusion reactor operation. His research addresses critical challenges in remote handling, including precision manipulation, system reliability, and human-robot interaction under extreme conditions. Beyond this flagship paper, Fischer’s work has shaped the engineering roadmap for remote maintenance in fusion energy, influencing both European and international projects. His achievements include contributing to the conceptual design of the DONES facility and advancing the state of the art in radiation-hardened robotics. For students and researchers, Fischer’s research represents the essential bridge between theoretical fusion physics and the practical, robotic infrastructure needed to make fusion power a reality.