Simplify the following text for a Grade 6 native English-speaking person.
Original: It was discovered by a team of astronomers from the University of Hawaii led by Scott S. Sheppard , et al . in 2001 , and given the temporary designation ' .
Simplified: It was found by a team of astronomers from the University of Hawaii led by Scott S. Sheppard , et al . in 2001 , and given the designation ' .