Chiara Righi

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Chiara Righi is an astronomer and technical specialist whose work centers on advancing observational capabilities at regional astronomical observatories. Her primary research areas include telescope instrumentation, software development, and observatory infrastructure upgrades. Righi’s major contribution is her detailed work at the "Osservatorio Astronomico Regionale Parco Antola, Fascia" (OARPAF), a facility in the Ligurian Apennines that hosts an 80cm alt-az Cassegrain-Nasmyth telescope. In her most cited paper, "Technical and Software Upgrades Completed and Planned at OARPAF" (2021, 2 citations), she systematically presents the instrumental, technical, and software enhancements that have modernized the observatory’s operations. While her citation count is modest, her impact is felt in the practical realm of enabling high-quality astronomical research through improved telescope control systems and data acquisition pipelines. Righi’s work exemplifies the critical, often unsung role of technical innovation in sustaining small-to-medium observatories, making her a key figure in regional astronomy infrastructure development. Her achievements highlight the importance of hands-on engineering in supporting the broader scientific community.