Nova in Sagittarius: N Sgr 2023 = TCP J17562787-1714548

Active Dates: Feb. 20, 2023 – Oct. 13, 2026


Abstract:

N/A

Justification:

Please observe N Sgr 2023 as it continues to evolve, with observations of all types (visual, CCD/CMOS, DSLR, spectroscopy) and multiple bands as instrumentation permits. Frequency of observation depends on the rate of decline, but Dr. Fred Walter (Stony Brook University) recommends a minimum of one observation per night per band.

Requested Data Types:

Spectroscopy, Photometry



Targets
Name Magnitude Variability Type Photometry Notes Spectroscopy Notes
TCP J07463511-0746335 14.30 UGSU

Cadence: Custom

Precision: 100

Cadence: Custom

Resolution: 250

Desired SNR: 100


Spectroscopy Lines:

H-alpha (6563.0 Å)

Photometry Filters:

B (Johnson), V (Johnson), R (Cousins)

Comparison Stars:

Finder charts with comparison stars are available via the AAVSO Variable Star Plotter (VSP, https://apps.aavso.org/vsp/).


Co-Authorship

Observers are not eligible for co-authorship.

Additional Observer Input:

Not provided

Additional Submission Location:

Not provided



Notes:

Principal Investigator: Fred Walter; Imported Campaign (Alert Notice #813)