Chance for the public to name features on Pluto and Charon

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A public campaign is underway to name features on Pluto and Charon, with submissions closing on April 24, 2015. Participants have nominated names such as Leonard Nimoy, Persephone, Thanatos, and Anubis, reflecting their mythological significance. The discussion highlights the challenge of categorizing names, as some nominees may already be associated with other astronomical objects. The official campaign website for submissions is ourpluto.org.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of planetary nomenclature and its significance.
  • Familiarity with mythological figures related to Pluto and Charon.
  • Knowledge of the public naming campaign process for celestial bodies.
  • Basic navigation skills for online forums and submission platforms.
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  • Research the criteria for naming celestial features as outlined by the International Astronomical Union (IAU).
  • Explore the mythological background of Persephone, Thanatos, and Anubis.
  • Investigate previous naming campaigns for other celestial bodies.
  • Learn about the significance of Leonard Nimoy in popular culture and its connection to astronomy.
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Astronomy enthusiasts, educators, and anyone interested in the cultural significance of celestial naming conventions will benefit from this discussion.

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There is a public campaign to submit names for the features on Pluto and Charon. This opportunity ends on April 24, 2015. I have already nominated Leonard Nimoy since Pluto is the god of the underworld and Charon carries the souls of the newly deceased across the river Styx to the afterlife I think it is fitting.

http://www.ourpluto.org/home
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I fixed the link.
I don't find a category where Nimoy would fit in. Spock is there (fictional travelers).
 
mfb said:
I fixed the link.
I don't find a category where Nimoy would fit in. Spock is there (fictional travelers).

I put it under Authors and artists, it hasn't appeared on the list yet.

http://www.ourpluto.org/discuss/authors-artists
 
I have just nominated Thanatos and Anubis.