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Maria Evita is a pioneering researcher in volcanic hazard mitigation, specializing in the integration of robotics, wireless sensor networks, and geospatial technology for disaster early warning systems. Her work focuses on developing autonomous monitoring solutions for Indonesia’s 129 active volcanoes, which lie along the Pacific Ring of Fire. Evita’s major contribution is the MONICA (Mobile Monitoring System for Indonesian Volcano) framework, a novel combination of fixed and mobile sensor modes that enables real-time data acquisition without endangering human lives. Her most cited paper, “Development of Volcano Early Warning System for Kelud Volcano” (2021, 8 citations), addresses the critical need for early detection at one of Indonesia’s most historically deadly volcanoes, which has caused over 200,000 casualties since 1000 AD. She has also advanced mobile robot design for volcanic terrain, as seen in her 2020 work on robust robots for monitoring applications (5 citations). Evita’s research extends to drone-based 3D mapping for geospatial surveys and bandwidth management for real-time data transmission. Her interdisciplinary approach—combining robotics, sensor networks, and satellite technology—positions her as a key innovator in making volcano monitoring safer and more effective, with direct implications for disaster risk reduction in vulnerable communities.