Genadij Borisov

Genadij Borisov is a Russian amateur astronomer who gained fame for discovering the second known interstellar object, a comet named after him, Borisov, in August 2019. Observed from the Crimean Observatory, this comet was notable for its speed and composition, providing valuable insights into the characteristics of celestial bodies originating from outside our solar system. Borisov's discovery has contributed to the growing interest in interstellar objects and their potential to enhance our understanding of the universe.