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B. Garilli is a leading figure in astronomical instrumentation, whose work has been pivotal in advancing multi-object spectroscopy for ground-based observatories. As a key contributor to the MOONS (Multi Object Optical and Near-infrared Spectrograph) project for the Very Large Telescope (VLT), Garilli has helped drive the development of a revolutionary instrument that combines the VLT’s 8-meter collecting power with an unprecedented multiplexing capability of 1,000 optical fibres, each deployed by individual robotic positioners. This innovation enables simultaneous spectral analysis of thousands of celestial targets, dramatically accelerating surveys of galaxies, stars, and quasars. Garilli’s most-cited paper, “Rising MOONS” (2018, 17 citations), documents the instrument’s final-design review and construction phase, while subsequent updates (2020, 2022) track its integration and ongoing assembly. Though citation counts for these engineering-focused papers are modest, their impact is profound: MOONS will transform our understanding of galaxy formation, dark energy, and the Milky Way’s structure. Garilli’s contributions exemplify the critical role of instrumentation in enabling breakthrough discoveries, making them a vital figure for students and researchers interested in the intersection of technology and astrophysics.
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