Claes-Ingvar Lagerkvist

Claes-Ingvar Lagerkvist, born on November seventeenth, nineteen forty-four, is a distinguished Swedish astronomer affiliated with the Uppsala Astronomical Observatory. His research primarily focuses on the intricate shapes and spin properties of minor planets, contributing significantly to our understanding of these celestial bodies.

Throughout his illustrious career, Lagerkvist has made remarkable discoveries, including three comets: P/1996 R2, C/1996 R3, and 308P/Lagerkvist–Carsenty. His work has not only expanded the catalog of known comets but has also provided valuable insights into their characteristics and behaviors.

In addition to his comet discoveries, Lagerkvist has identified numerous asteroids, notably the Trojan asteroid (37732) 1996 TY68. His contributions to the field have been recognized through the naming of asteroid 2875 Lagerkvist, which was discovered on February eleventh, nineteen eighty-three, by Edward L. G. Bowell as part of the Lowell Observatory Near-Earth-Object Search (LONEOS).