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D. Blinov is an astrophysicist specializing in observational polarimetry and the study of magnetic fields in interstellar clouds. His research focuses on understanding the earliest stages of star formation by mapping magnetic field structures in quiescent molecular clouds, such as the Polaris Flare. Blinov’s major contribution includes the first optical polarization map of this region using the RoboPol instrument, which provided critical insights into the magnetic field orientation before stars form—a poorly understood phase of stellar evolution. This work, published in 2015, has garnered 47 citations, underscoring its significance in the field. Additionally, Blinov has advanced polarimetric data analysis by developing a deep learning method to eliminate artefacts like internal reflections and satellite trails from polarimetric images, a technique that improves data quality and reliability. This innovative approach, though newer with 5 citations, demonstrates his commitment to refining observational tools. Blinov’s work bridges observational astronomy and computational methods, offering valuable resources for researchers studying star formation and magnetic fields in the interstellar medium.