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Alberto Cardellino is a leading figure in humanoid robotics, renowned for his work on high-performance platforms designed for operation in realistic, unstructured environments. His most significant contribution is the development of the WALK‐MAN humanoid, a robust platform that integrates powerful manipulation, balanced locomotion, and physical sturdiness—a breakthrough detailed in his highly cited 2017 paper (266 citations). Cardellino also spearheaded the design and validation of the R1 personal humanoid, a more accessible service robot aimed at cooperative human tasks, addressing the gap between cost and manipulation capability. His expertise extends to complex software architectures for humanoid control, as seen in his work on the WALK‐MAN software framework, and real-time controller development through the Robotran-YARP interface. Additionally, Cardellino has explored tele-manipulation by fusing tactile sensing with haptic feedback, enabling operators to identify unknown objects remotely. With over 330 combined citations, his research has profoundly advanced the practicality and affordability of humanoid robots for real-world applications, making him a pivotal contributor to the field.