Amongst his many contributions to the field, Professor Moore with his team, first identified organic molecules in meteorites, as well as set up the first Meteorite Museum at ASU. In recognition, he even has an asteroid named after him: Asteroid 5046 Carletonmoore.

“Barringer Crater Company knew him as well and he helped provide advice to us regarding proposals for research at the crater. He will be missed.” -Drew Barringer, CEO