Dr. Stefano Vignudelli is a senior scientist employed at the Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche (National Research Council) in Pisa, Italy. He has over 25 years of scientific experience in the area of satellite remote sensing (radar altimetry, in particular) for studying coastal and inland environments (water level variability, in particular). Most significant accomplishment include leading development of satellite radar altimetry in the coastal zone to provide improved measurements for sea level research and applications. He is actively involved in international cooperation through joint projects, exchange visits, attendance at workshops and capacity building. He is also co-author of five chapters of books and around 100 publications (41 in peer-reviewed journals). He is coordinator/partner/evaluator of scientific projects. He is member of organizing/scientific committees and international societies. He is also an associate editor for Elsevier Advances in Space Research Journal in the area of satellite oceanography and vice-president elect of PORSEC association.