Mariia Kartashova

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Dr. Mariia Kartashova is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of robotics and geophysical exploration, with a primary focus on autonomous systems for seismic data acquisition. Her most cited work, "Seismic Data Acquisition Utilizing a Group of UAVs" (2025, 4 citations), introduces a transformative approach to conducting seismic surveys in hazardous and hard-to-reach environments such as deserts. By replacing traditional, resource-intensive human-led operations with coordinated teams of unmanned aerial vehicles, Dr. Kartashova addresses critical challenges in cost, safety, and mission flexibility. Her contributions demonstrate how robotic swarms can dramatically reduce human risk while improving the efficiency and adaptability of subsurface imaging. This work is particularly notable for bridging the gap between field robotics and applied geophysics, offering a scalable solution for energy and mineral exploration in extreme terrains. As an emerging leader in autonomous field robotics, Dr. Kartashova’s research holds significant promise for reshaping how we explore the Earth’s most inaccessible regions, making complex geophysical tasks safer, faster, and more cost-effective.