Lyudmila Zhuravleva

Lyudmila Zhuravleva, born on May 22, 1946, is a distinguished astronomer from the Soviet Union, now recognized in Russia and Ukraine. Her remarkable career is highlighted by her tenure at the Crimean Astrophysical Observatory in Nauchnij, where she made significant contributions to the field of astronomy by discovering two hundred and thirteen minor planets.

Among her notable discoveries are the Trojan asteroid 4086 Podalirius and asteroid 2374 Vladvysotskij. Zhuravleva's expertise has earned her a prominent position in the astronomical community, ranking forty-third in the Minor Planet Center's list of discoverers of minor planets. She is also recognized for her collaborative efforts, having co-discovered an additional thirteen asteroids between nineteen seventy-two and nineteen ninety-two.

In addition to her astronomical achievements, Zhuravleva serves as the president of the Crimean branch of the Prince Clarissimus Aleksandr Danilovich Menshikov Foundation, an organization established in May nineteen ninety-five in Berezovo. This foundation is distinct from the children's charity founded by Anthea Eno, the wife of musician Brian Eno.

Her legacy is further commemorated by the main-belt asteroid 26087 Zhuravleva, named in her honor by her colleague Lyudmila Karachkina. Zhuravleva's contributions to astronomy continue to inspire future generations of scientists.