Leonardo M. Millefiori

North Atlantic Treaty Organization, NATO Centre for Maritime Research and Experimentation

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Leonardo M. Millefiori is a leading researcher at the forefront of maritime intelligence and autonomous navigation. His work centers on developing next-generation situational awareness systems that fuse artificial intelligence, multisensor perception, and digitalization to revolutionize maritime surveillance and autonomous ship operations. His highly cited 2022 *Point of View* paper (39 citations) outlines a visionary framework for smart ship infrastructure and remotely controlled vessels, establishing a foundational roadmap for the field. Millefiori also drives innovation in underwater robotics, authoring a 2024 study (39 citations) that details advanced autonomous inspection and monitoring technologies using Unmanned Underwater Vehicles (UUVs), addressing critical challenges in hazardous subsea environments. Beyond theoretical contributions, he is a key architect of the *Aegean Ro-Boat Race*, an international university competition that accelerates real-world marine robotics development by merging academic creativity with industry support. With his work accumulating significant early impact and shaping both policy and practical applications, Millefiori stands as a pivotal figure bridging cutting-edge AI research with tangible maritime autonomy solutions.