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Chih-Yi Wen is a leading figure in observational astronomy, best known for his pioneering work in robotic telescope systems and the study of the outer solar system. His primary research focuses on the development of autonomous observatories for time-domain astronomy, with a major contribution being the Taiwanese-American Occultation Survey (TAOS). As detailed in his highly cited 2009 paper (30 citations), Wen designed and operated a multi-telescope robotic facility to detect stellar occultations by Kuiper Belt Objects (KBOs), pushing the boundaries of how we probe the distant solar system. Beyond its primary mission, Wen demonstrated the TAOS system's versatility by using it to capture the initial optical afterglows of gamma-ray bursts (GRBs), showcasing his ability to leverage innovative instrumentation for multiple high-impact astrophysical phenomena. His work has been instrumental in advancing automated survey techniques, providing a robust platform for both planetary science and transient astronomy.
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