1981 WE. Discovered 1981 Nov. 20 by E. Bowell at Anderson Mesa.

Named in honor of Richard J. Greenberg {1947– }, planetary scientist at the University of Arizona. Greenberg has carried out careful and innovative studies of the evolution of dynamical resonances in outer-planet satellite and ring systems. He has also contributed important new insights into collisional processes between minor planets and into the formation of resulting dust bands. (M 12803)

Citation prepared by W. B. Hubbard following a suggestion by L. A. Lebofsky.