New Astronomical Database Catalogs Nearby Star Clusters and Objects

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Published: 2026-10-21
Category: science
Source: AAS Nova
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A new database, MOCA, now provides detailed information on open star clusters, stellar associations, and substellar objects within 500 parsecs of the Sun. This resource is expected to significantly advance astronomical studies of stellar evolution, exoplanets, and the overall structure of our galactic neighborhood, offering crucial data for future research.

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