Krista Lynne Smith (IMAGE) Southern Methodist University Caption SMU astrophysicist Krista Lynne Smith receives NASA funding to study distant galaxies built around massive black holes. Credit SMU (Southern Methodist University) Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.