Cyril Jackson

Cyril Jackson's most enduring accolades are the celestial objects that bear his name. The asteroid 1942 Jackson stands as a permanent tribute to his lifetime of discovery work, while the periodic comets 47P/Ashbrook-Jackson and 58P/Jackson-Neujmin ensure that his name remains in the astronomical lexicon. These honours reflect the respect he earned from his peers and the lasting value of his observations.His discovery of 72 asteroids places him among the more prolific asteroid hunters of his generation, and his careful naming of these objects with African themes added a personal touch to the scientific record. Jackson's work helped to expand the known inventory of the solar system, and his contributions continue to be cited in astronomical research.