Giovanni Battista Lacchini

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Giovanni Battista Lacchini (May 20, 1884–January 6, 1967) was an Italian astronomer.

He is primarily noted for his work in the study of variable stars. He published over 100 works, including papers in "Astronomische Nachrichten" and "Memorie della Società astronomica italiana".

[edit] Bibliography

  • "Atlante celeste con 43 carte", Bologna, 1948
  • "Atlante celeste spettroscopico", Faenza, 1958.

[edit] Awards and honors

  • The Giovanni Battista Lacchini Award is named for him.
  • Lacchini crater on the Moon is named for him.

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