Bianca Salmaso

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Bianca Salmaso is a leading researcher in the field of X-ray optics, with a primary focus on the development of advanced technologies for future space-based telescopes. Her key research areas include the design, fabrication, and integration of segmented X-ray optics, particularly using lightweight borosilicate glass sheets. Salmaso’s major contribution lies in pioneering the use of interfacing ribs to achieve accurate integration of these segmented optics, a critical innovation for building lightweight, long-focal-length X-ray telescopes with high angular resolution—such as the 5 arc second half-energy width (HEW) targets essential for next-generation missions. Her 2013 paper on this technique has garnered 21 citations, reflecting its foundational role in advancing cost-effective, high-performance telescope components. This work directly supports the goal of reaching unprecedented effective areas while maintaining low mass, a key challenge for missions like ATHENA or Lynx. Salmaso’s achievements have positioned her as a key contributor to the evolution of X-ray astronomy, enabling more sensitive observations of the cosmos through innovative engineering solutions.