American Association of Variable Star Observers

Research ServicesMassachusetts, United States11-50 Employees

The American Association of Variable Star Observers (AAVSO) is an international non-profit organization within the Research Services sector. Based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, it operates as a small to mid-sized organization that brings together variable star observers to contribute to scientific discovery. The organization coordinates the observation and analysis of variable stars and archives these observations for access by researchers around the world. It also facilitates collaborations between amateur and professional astronomers and supports education and public outreach through variable star data. Its participants are a global community of variable star observers who rely on the organization's archives and collaborative networks. By enabling data collection, analysis, and cross-sector collaboration, it supports ongoing research, education, and public outreach focused on variable star science.

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