Asteroids named after people called Sierra
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(6781) Sheikhumarrkhan
Sheik Humarr Khan (1975–2014) was a Sierra Leonean virologist. Over his career, he saved hundreds of lives treating those with Lassa fever. In 2014, he led his nation's fight against a deadly Ebola outbreak, saving even more lives and inspiring others with his bravery.Discovered 19 July 1990 by E. F. Helin, Palomar
(37163) Huachucaclub
The Huachuca Astronomy Club of Sierra Vista, Arizona, although small in numbers, counts among its members many accomplished amateur astronomers, including comet and minor-planet discoverers and authors of books, articles and software. The club is also noted for its community outreach.Discovered 19 November 2000 by Medkeff, J., Healy, D., Junk Bond
(164589) La Sagra
At 2382 meters, Sierra de La Sagra, or just “La Sagra”, is the highest mountain of the Prebetic mountain range in the south of Spain. The dark skies of the region, along with the good climate, make it an ideal location for an observatory. This is the first numbered minor planet from Observatorio de La Sagra.Discovered 11 August 2007 by OAM, La Sagra
(202806) Sierrastars
Sierra Stars Observatory, located in Markleeville, California, has been operated by Rich and Kathy Fox Williams since early 2007. At the end of 2008 the Sierra Stars Observatories Network was established.Discovered 23 September 2008 by F. Tozzi, Sierra Stars
(333176) Sierragonzales
Sierra A. Gonzales (b. 1994) is an American systems engineer for the OSIRIS-REx Asteroid Sample Return Mission. She provided the on-console support as Real-time Operator for Rehearsals and TAG. She also led the operations effort, testing, and procedure for the Sample Stow following sample collection.Discovered 25 February 2007 by Mt. Lemmon Survey, Mount Lemmon