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We are excited to announce a transition to a new forum system. The new system is modern, faster, and easier-to-use.

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The mission of the AAVSO is to enable anyone, anywhere to participate in scientific discovery through variable star astronomy.

Resources

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The Journal of the AAVSO

Data

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Tools and Observer Resources

Observing Sections

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Education

Education

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AAVSO In the Press

AAVSO In the Press

Membership and Support

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AAVSO at a Glance

Variable Star Observations in Database:

6 5 , 4 0 5 , 6 9 7 and Counting ...

Last Observation Received:

1 min 28 sec ago by HLAD - Lars Hermansson (SE)

V1235 TAU Dec 5.0335 10.113I

Plot V1235 TAU light curve

Board Election Results

Nov 19

Director's Report - 2024-Q3

Oct 23

Clinton B. Ford Observatory Destroyed by Fire

Oct 7

What to Do During the Eruption of T CrB

Sep 17

2024 Proposed Bylaw Revisions

Sep 13

Our Stellar Partners

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