V. Krushinsky
Papers
8
Total Citations
416
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About
V. Krushinsky is a leading figure in robotic optical astronomy, best known for his pivotal role in developing and operating the MASTER Global Robotic Net. His research focuses on time-domain astrophysics, including the prompt optical emission of gamma-ray bursts, sky surveys for transient phenomena, and the discovery of exoplanets and variable stars. Krushinsky’s most significant contribution is the design and implementation of the MASTER network, a unique system of robotic telescopes capable of scanning the entire sky in a single night down to magnitude 19–20, enabling rapid follow-up of cosmic explosions and the search for dark energy. His seminal paper, “Master Robotic Net” (2010), has garnered 204 citations, underscoring its foundational impact. He also led the discovery of an extraordinary eclipsing binary with the longest known orbital period of 69.1 years, and contributed to the Kourovka Planet Search, identifying transiting exoplanet candidates. With over 400 total citations, Krushinsky’s work has advanced our understanding of transient optical events and established a critical infrastructure for global, real-time astronomical monitoring.
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Top Papers
- 1Master Robotic Net204 citations · 2010
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- 3The MASTER-II network of robotic optical telescopes. First results63 citations · 2013
- 4Optical polarization observations with the MASTER robotic net22 citations · 2013
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