On July 20, 1976, NASA’s Viking 1 lander touched down on the surface of Mars, marking the first successful landing on the Martian surface. Then a teenager living in New Orleans, Louisiana, Jim Murphy woke up early to watch the lander reach the surface on PBS. Inspiration from observing the successful Martian mission would pave the way for Murphy’s career path in atmospheric science.
Source: The Business Journal
New Mexicans to Know: Jim Murphy has helped take NMSU to the stars
Published in Polvadera
More from PolvaderaMore posts in Polvadera »
- <b>Chile</b> season brings concerns about scarcity – The Daily Lobo
- Bioscience Authority nabs federal dollars to boost industry supporting initiatives
- See inside: This Santa Fe estate offers views of golf and mountains
- Heritage Real Estate Co. VP gives Two Park Square food hall update
- New Mexico's Fastest Growing Companies on display
Be First to Comment