Where do the targets on the Kepler Target Search page come from?
Objects visible on the Target Search page were provided from a list of objects, the great majority of which are stars, in the Kepler Input Catalog. See the question under “Catalogs” on the KIC. Information from the GO office takes precedence over this response. • What is the procedure for proposing for extragalactic or other objects not returned in the Kepler Target Search results page? GO proposers are referred to the Kepler GO program web site for information. In general, there is no prohibition on targets within the appropriate magnitude range. However, for extended objects the number of pixels required to cover an object is a limited resource for the Project. Proposers interested in proposing these types of targets should consult the Proposal instructions and FAQs for guidance in proposing such targets. A FAQ from the GO target informs users of important consequences of requesting customized apertures, e.g. for extended sources. • What are the Kepler “seasons” all about? Kepler was
