Nova Cir 2018 - PNV J13532700-6725110 [FM Cir]

Active Dates: Jan. 19, 2018 – Feb. 6, 2018


Abstract:

A nova in Circinus, designated as Nova Cir 2018 and also known as PNV J13532700-6725110 [FM Cir], was discovered by John Seach on January 19, 2018. The nova is of the Fe II class as confirmed by subsequent spectroscopy.

Justification:

Observations in multiple bands (B, V, and I filters) are recommended to study any color changes as the nova evolves. Target-of-opportunity observations with NASA's Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope and Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory have been requested.

Requested Data Types:

Photometry, Spectroscopy



Targets
Name Magnitude Variability Type Photometry Notes Spectroscopy Notes
PNV J21173768+2107359 16.80 UG

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:

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Forum URL

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Notes:

Principal Investigator: Dr. Koji Mukai; Imported Campaign (Alert Notice #613)