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Images for NOAO Press Release 00-01:

Image Caption: The Andromeda Galaxy is a spiral galaxy similar in shape and size to our own Milky Way. Seventy-three novae were discovered in Andromeda by students participating in the NSF-funded program titled The Use of Astronomy in Research Based Science Education.

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Matt Harriger, High School Student

Image Caption: Matt Harriger, a student at Harry A. Burke High School, in Omaha, NE, discovered novae in Andromeda through the RBSE program.

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RBSE Logo

Image Caption: RBSE, operated by NOAO, provides opportunities for middle and high school students to learn astronomy and inquiry-based skills through participation in actual research.

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