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Gregory A. Dorais is a robotics and autonomous systems researcher whose work sits at the intersection of artificial intelligence, robot navigation, and spacecraft autonomy. His most recognized contribution, "Robot Navigation by Conditional Sequencing" (2002, 42 citations), demonstrated that layering conditional sequencing over simple sensorimotor behaviors could yield remarkably robust and flexible navigation systems — a foundational insight for autonomous mobile robots. This work remains his most influential, reflecting the broader field's interest in behavior-based architectures. Dorais has made sustained contributions to spacecraft mobile robotics, exploring how free-flying intraspacecraft robots can enhance mission capability, reduce risk, and extend mission duration. His research on adjustably autonomous multi-agent architectures integrates planning, monitoring, diagnosis, and execution into cohesive robotic systems, exemplified by his prototype free-flying spacecraft robot and associated ground test facility. His early work on the Remote Agent Executive further established his credentials in integrated robotic agent design, helping define how software developers could reason about robots at higher levels of abstraction. Across his career, Dorais has consistently advanced the vision of intelligent, adaptable robots capable of operating reliably in demanding environments — from terrestrial navigation challenges to the unique complexities of human spaceflight missions.