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Stefano Fioravanti is a leading researcher in the field of search and rescue robotics, with a particular focus on heterogeneous multi-robot systems and maritime unmanned technologies. His work addresses the critical challenge of interoperability among diverse robotic platforms operating in disaster scenarios—environments that are inherently unstructured, time-varying, and unpredictable. Fioravanti’s major contributions include developing frameworks that enable seamless communication and coordination between different types of search and rescue robots, as demonstrated in his highly cited work "Search and Rescue Robotics - From Theory to Practice" (34 citations) and "Interoperability in a Heterogeneous Team of Search and Rescue Robots" (20 citations). More recently, he has advanced the field of maritime rescue operations through his involvement in the REPMUS21 experience, exploring innovative concepts using cooperative networks of Maritime Unmanned Systems and the JANUS underwater communication protocol to support distressed submarine search and rescue. His research has practical implications for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of emergency response operations, bridging the gap between theoretical robotics and real-world disaster response applications.