Asteroid named after Indian astrophysicist Prof Jayant Murthy

BENGALURU: The Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA), Bengaluru, Friday said that the International Astronomical Union (IAU) has named an asteroid after renowned Indian astrophysicist Prof Jayant Murthy in recognition of his pioneering work in ultraviolet astronomy and space missions.The asteroid, previously known as “2005 EX296”, has now been designated as “(215884) Jayantmurthy” by the IAU’s … Read more