+ Minor planets discovered: 9 6452 Johneuller 17 April 1991 26 January 1993 2 April 1993 26 January 1993 6 April 1995 8 April 1995 8 April 1995 8 April 1995 8 April 1995
Thomas J. Balonek is a professor of physics and astronomy at Colgate University. He studies optical and radio emissions from galactic centers and quasars, and is a multiple discoverer of minor planets.
He is credited by the Minor Planet Center with the discovery of 9 minor planets made at Kitt Peak and Foggy Bottom Observatory during 1991–1995, respectively. His first discovery was the main-belt asteroid 6452 Johneuller in 1991.
His favorite sports are hockey and lacrosse, although he plays neither of them. He is also color blind and is outspoken about his condition.
References
External links Thomas Balonek at researchgate.net Thomas Balonek at colgate.edu