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Samir Nejim is a pioneering researcher in marine robotics and underwater autonomous systems, whose work has significantly advanced the field of automated hull maintenance and inspection. Based at the Tunisian Naval Academy's Automatic Control and Marine Robotics Unit, Nejim has dedicated his research to developing innovative robotic solutions that address critical operational, economic, and environmental challenges in the maritime industry. His most impactful contribution, "Innovative Design of an Underwater Cleaning Robot with a Two Arm Manipulator for Hull Cleaning" (2019), has garnered 73 citations, establishing him as a leading voice in autonomous underwater vehicle design. His research portfolio spans geometric and dynamic modeling of robotic cleaning stations, multi-arm manipulator systems, and stability control mechanisms for underwater platforms — collectively representing a comprehensive approach to ship hull maintenance automation. Nejim's work is particularly notable for its practical orientation, directly targeting the labor-intensive and hazardous process of manual hull cleaning, a challenge researchers have pursued since the 1950s. By integrating sophisticated arm manipulator systems with underwater robotics, his contributions offer promising pathways toward safer, more efficient maritime operations, making him an important figure for students and engineers working at the intersection of control systems, mechanical design, and marine technology.