Launching an Alert System for the Changing Sky

Physics 2026 Open access

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Authors: Matteo Rini
DOI: 10.1103/physics.19.31
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Abstract

With the debut of a public alert stream, the Rubin Observatory demonstrates the ability to report transient signals—from supernovae, variable stars, active galactic nuclei and asteroids—in near real time.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Gamma-ray bursts and supernovae Astronomy and Astrophysical Research Astronomical Observations and Instrumentation

Publication details

Journal / source
Physics
Volume
19
Publication date
5 March 2026
Language
EN