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New Possible Supernova in NGC1365
Hi all,
I wanted to let people know of a new possible supernova that has just been discovered. Even though I didn’t discover it I did help in confirming the new target.It was discovered by A. Klotz on behalf of the TAROT Collaboration.
It is in NGC1365 a 9.5 mag fantastic looking galaxy in Fornax.
Here is my confirming image at this link
http://www.bosssupernova.com/confirmingimages.htm
It currently sits at mag 15.10 and rising fast. This could be the supernova of the year and makes a fantastic target for astro imagers.
This new target will be typed by the professionals in the next day or so and if it is a type Ia could reach a peak mag of 12.5-13 well in range of small telescopes.
Bob Evans found supernova 2001du in this galaxy which was confirmed by Greg Bock a BOSS member.
It seems the BOSS group always get second with discoveries in this fine galaxy!!!!!
This will be a great target to follow in the coming months
Stu Parker
For BOSS-Backyard Observatory Supernova Search
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