Advances in Exoplanet Observing by Amateur Astronomers (Abstract)
Abstract
(Abstract only) This past year has seen a marked increase in amateur astronomer participation in exoplanet research. This has ranged from amateur astronomers helping professional astronomers confirm candidate exoplanets, to helping refine the ephemeris of known exoplanets. In addition, amateur astronomers have been involved in characterizing such exotic objects as disintegrating planetesimals. However, the involvement in such pro/am collaborations has also required that amateur astronomers follow a more disciplined approach to exoplanet observing.
- Publication:
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Journal of the American Association of Variable Star Observers (JAAVSO)
- Pub Date:
- June 2017
- Bibcode:
- 2017JAVSO..45..128C