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Bertrand Chemisky is a leading researcher in the field of underwater robotics, specializing in dexterous manipulation and remote operation of Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROV). His work addresses one of the most pressing challenges in subsea intervention: reducing the high cost and logistical burden of offshore operations. Chemisky’s major contributions center on the development of the DexROV project, which enables effective dexterous ROV control from onshore locations despite significant communication latency. His most cited paper, "Dexterous Underwater Manipulation from Onshore Locations" (2018, 67 citations), demonstrates how to streamline efficiencies by delocalizing the traditional offshore crew—intendant, operator, and navigator—to land-based facilities. This paradigm shift has the potential to dramatically cut operational costs and risks in industries like oil & gas, archaeology, and geological surveys. With additional influential works (2016, 27 citations; 2015, 12 citations), Chemisky has established himself as a key innovator in making subsea interventions more accessible and economically viable. His research is essential reading for anyone interested in the future of autonomous underwater systems and remote teleoperation.