Scott Sheppard

Dr. Scott Sheppard is an esteemed astronomer at the Carnegie Institution for Science, recognized for his contributions to the discovery of trans-Neptunian objects and his research into the outer solar system. He has played a pivotal role in the search for Planet Nine, a hypothetical large planet that may exist beyond Neptune, and is excited about the potential of the new Vera C Rubin Observatory to unveil more about our solar system's distant regions. Recently, he was featured in discussions about the implications of the observatory's capabilities for locating elusive celestial bodies.