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Remembering planetary scientist Michael Gaffey
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Michael Gaffey, the longtime University of North Dakota professor and planetary scientist, is being remembered following news of his death. Gaffey was known for his research on asteroids and meteorites, including work on asteroid spectroscopy that helped shape the classification of small bodies in the solar system. Colleagues and the university community have been paying tribute to his scientific contributions and his years of teaching and mentoring students.
Why now: News of the death of a respected planetary scientist has prompted tributes from colleagues and the academic community.
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