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Maria Vigo is a leading marine ecologist whose research focuses on the development and application of novel technologies for the conservation and management of deep-sea fishery resources. Her primary work centers on the Norway lobster (*Nephrops norvegicus*), a key commercial species in European waters. Dr. Vigo’s major contributions lie in advancing fishery-independent stock assessments by integrating mobile robotic platforms, such as autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) and remotely operated vehicles (ROVs), with acoustic telemetry. Her landmark 2020 study (60 citations) demonstrated the first successful use of an AUV to track 33 tagged lobsters at 400-m depth over three months, providing unprecedented insights into their fine-scale movements and behavior. She has also pioneered temporally-scheduled ROV surveys to detect behavioral rhythms in deep-sea megafauna, a critical factor often overlooked in biodiversity assessments. With over 85 total citations, Dr. Vigo’s work is reshaping how we monitor and manage deep-sea fisheries, moving beyond traditional trawling and UWTV methods toward more accurate, technology-driven approaches. Her innovative research is essential for ensuring the long-term sustainability of these vulnerable marine resources.
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