'Evidence I've been in this world': S'porean astronomer, 28, gets asteroid named after her for contributions to science
From a little red dot, into infinity and beyond.
Singaporean astronomer Nicole Tan, 28, has gained international recognition as an asteroid named after her – (26227) Tan – was officially recognized. The news of her asteroid came as a surprise to Tan, who explained that naming an asteroid is an opaque process decided by the International Astronomical Union (IAU) committee. The astronomer, who completed her doctoral degree in June, attributed her success to years of research contributions to the field of astronomy.
The honor connects her to her home country for the first time in her career, as her research has been conducted entirely in Singapore. Tan hopes to apply her skills in computer science, coding, and effective communication in Singapore, despite limited traditional career options for astronomers.
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