March 6, 1997
Contact: Timothy McKernan
619-594-2588
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Expert Available to Discuss Water on the Moon
NASA yesterday announced one of the most startling developments in the history of lunar exploration: the presence of water on the moon. The ramifications of this discovery are far reaching and could have a major impact on future space exploration and the potential colonization of the moon.
San Diego State University astronomy professor Ronald J. Angione is available to discuss the potential meanings of this historic discovery. Dr. Angione is the chair of the Department of Astronomy at SDSU and Director of the Mount Laguna Observatory.
To arrange an interview, please call Timothy McKernan at 594-2588.