Nova in Ophiuchus - PNV J17184504-2454221 [V3663 Oph]

Active Dates: Nov. 11, 2017 – Nov. 11, 2017


Abstract:

A nova was discovered in Ophiuchus by Shizuo Kaneko. Spectroscopy indicates it is an Fe-II nova with high reddening. Observations of all types are requested to study the nova's evolution.

Justification:

Observations are requested to study the color changes and evolution of the nova. Optical observations are crucial due to the nova's proximity to the Sun.

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 #605)