Support for VLT spectroscopy of the novalike variable VY Scl

Active Dates: Nov. 11, 2008 – Nov. 11, 2008


Abstract:

Dr. Steve Howell has been awarded time to obtain spectroscopic observations of the cataclysmic variable VY Scl with the Very Large Telescope in Chile. These observations are being sought during VY Scl's current deep minimum.

Justification:

These observations are being sought during VY Scl's current deep minimum, which began some time before 2008 September 20 (JD 2454730).

Requested Data Types:

Photometry, Spectroscopy



Targets
Name Magnitude Variability Type Photometry Notes Spectroscopy Notes
VY Scl 11.80 NL/VY

Cadence: Not Specified

Precision: 100

Cadence: Not Specified

Resolution: 250

Desired SNR: 100


Spectroscopy Lines:

No spectroscopy lines provided

Photometry Filters:

No photometry filters provided

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

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Notes:

Principal Investigator: Dr. Steve Howell; Imported Campaign (Alert Notice #389)