Vera Rubin’s Solar System Observations Fuel Inspiration for Future Missions

The arrival of the interstellar object (ISO) ‘Oumuamua in 2017 sparked intense curiosity and captivated the scientific community. This enigmatic visitor from beyond our solar system triggered an insatiable desire to unravel its mysteries. Regrettably, the fleeting nature of its appearance left us yearning for more knowledge. Bereft of concrete answers, we were left to contemplate its composition and origin.

Two years later, in 2019, another ISO named comet Borisov graced our celestial neighborhood with a fleeting visitation, reigniting our intrigue once more. Just as before, this cosmic wanderer left us pondering its enigmatic nature.

Ava Davis

Ava Davis