Emily LakdawallaFeb 08, 2010

WISE has found its first comet, P/2010 B2 (WISE)

Having discovered its first asteroid on January 12, Wide-field Infrared Survey Explorer (WISE) has now officially discovered its first comet, P/2010 B2 (WISE). The comet was first observed by WISE on January 22, and has since been followed up on by Mauna Kea, Spacewatch, and by Robert Holmes, a two-time winner of a Planetary Society Shoemaker NEO Grant.

Here's the Minor Planet Electronic Circular officially naming P/2010 B2 (WISE). Congratulations to all involved!

Cosmic Shores Gala

The Planetary Society's Board of Directors cordially invites you to its 45th anniversary celebration at our Cosmic Shores Gala aboard the iconic Queen Mary in Long Beach, California. Please RSVP and purchase tickets to attend.

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