University of Maryland geologist to run simulation that helps astronauts prepare for the moon

A University of Maryland geologist will help run a simulation this month that will help astronauts prepare for the lunar surface. He hopes it will be a step closer to putting people back on the moon. “The surface of the moon is a pretty hostile place to be,” said Patrick Whelley, geologist and assistant research scientist at the University of Maryland and Goddard Space Flight Center.