Alert Notice 500: Novae in Scorpius and Cygnus [V1534 Sco, V2659 Cyg]

Active Dates: March 26, 2014 – April 1, 2014


Abstract:

This alert notice covers the discoveries and observing recommendations for two novae: Nova Scorpii 2014 and Nova Cygni 2014. Both were discovered by Koichi Nishiyama and Fujio Kabashima. Observations of all types are encouraged for following the evolution of these novae.

Justification:

Observations are encouraged for understanding the evolution of both novae.

Requested Data Types:

Photometry, Spectroscopy



Targets
Name Magnitude Variability Type Photometry Notes Spectroscopy Notes
V1534 Sco 10.10 NR:

Cadence: Not Specified

Precision: 100

Cadence: Not Specified

Resolution: 250

Desired SNR: 100

V2659 Cyg 9.30 NB

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

N/A


Notes:

Principal Investigator: Elizabeth O. Waagen; Imported Campaign (Alert Notice #500)