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B. Milliard is a leading figure in astronomical instrumentation, specializing in the development of near-infrared (NIR) cameras and multi-object spectrographs for large telescopes. Their most significant contribution is the design, construction, and commissioning of EMIR, a powerful NIR camera and multi-object spectrograph installed on the 10.4-meter Gran Telescopio Canarias (GTC). This instrument, which covers the critical 0.9–2.5 µm spectral range over a 6.67′ × 6.67′ field of view, has been a common-user workhorse since 2016, enabling groundbreaking studies of star formation, galaxy evolution, and the distant universe. The seminal paper detailing EMIR’s capabilities has garnered 25 citations, reflecting its importance to the astronomical community. Milliard’s work bridges the gap between cutting-edge engineering and transformative science, providing researchers worldwide with the tools to probe the cosmos in unprecedented detail. Their expertise in cryogenic optics, detector systems, and spectrograph design has set a benchmark for next-generation instruments, solidifying their reputation as a key architect of modern observational astronomy.