NMSU astronomer awarded NASA grants for early solar system research

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A New Mexico-based astronomer is working to answer the oldest questions about the universe, thanks to multiple grants from NASA. Daniel Carrera began his PhD in Sweden in 2012 and conducted post-doctorate work in Iowa before coming to New Mexico State University this past fall.Why one farmer’s Chimayo green chile is gaining fame in the final frontierCarrera came to NMSU with two grants from NASA totaling about a million dollars over the next four years. One o