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Dirk Kampf is a key figure in astronomical instrumentation, with his research centered on the design and construction of advanced telescope systems and X-ray optics. His most significant contributions lie in the development of modular structures for space-based observatories and the realization of high-performance ground-based telescopes. Kampf’s work on assembling Silicon Pore Optics (SPO) into a modular structure, as detailed in his 2006 paper (11 citations), was foundational for the XEUS mission, demonstrating how to create lightweight, high-resolution X-ray optical units. On the ground, he played a pivotal role in the Wendelstein Fraunhofer Telescope project, co-authoring the 2010 paper on its compact, low-scattered-light design (10 citations) and the companion paper on the 64-megapixel Wendelstein Wide-Field Imager (WWFI, 8 citations). These contributions helped establish the 2m-class robotic telescope as one of Europe’s most efficient scientific facilities, capable of delivering sub-0.8 arcsecond image quality. Kampf’s work bridges space and ground-based astronomy, showcasing his expertise in turning complex engineering challenges into operational observatories that drive cutting-edge science.