Alert Notice 346: 1651-32 V1280 Sco = Nova Scorpii 2007
Active Dates: Feb. 4, 2007 – Feb. 16, 2007
Abstract:
This nova, discovered at 9th magnitude 12 days ago, has brightened dramatically in the past few days to 3rd magnitude, becoming one of the brightest novae in the past several years. It has gained the attention of the professional community and will be observed by numerous satellites, including Chandra, Swift, and INTEGRAL.
Justification:
This nova has become one of the brightest novae in the past several years and will be observed by numerous satellites, including Chandra, Swift, and INTEGRAL.
Requested Data Types:
Photometry, Spectroscopy
Targets
| Name | Magnitude | Variability Type | Photometry Notes | Spectroscopy Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V1280 Sco | 3.78 | NB |
Cadence: Not Specified Precision: 100 |
Cadence: Not Specified Resolution: 250 Desired SNR: 100 |
Spectroscopy Lines:
H-alpha (6563.0 Å)
Photometry Filters:
V (Johnson)
Comparison Stars:
No comparison stars provided
Co-Authorship
Observers are not eligible for co-authorship.
Additional Observer Input:
Not provided
Additional Submission Location:
Not provided
Forum URL
N/A
Notes:
Principal Investigator: Yuji Nakamura, Yukio Sakurai; Imported Campaign (Alert Notice #346)