ASASSN-18ca = PNV J00423439+4044255 - Probable Nova in M31

Active Dates: Feb. 7, 2018 – Feb. 12, 2018


Abstract:

Probable Nova in M31: ASASSN-18ca = PNV J00423439+4044255

Justification:

Observations of all types (visual, CCD, DSLR, spectroscopy) and multiple bands are strongly encouraged as this object evolves. Dr. Koji Mukai (NASA Goddard Space Flight Center) recommends using B, V, and I filters to study color changes.

Requested Data Types:

Photometry, Spectroscopy



Targets
Name Magnitude Variability Type Photometry Notes Spectroscopy Notes
PNV J00423439+4044255 16.40 N

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: Koichi Itagaki, All Sky Automated Survey for SuperNovae (ASAS-SN); Imported Campaign (Alert Notice #615)