RECONS (Research Consortium On Nearby Stars)

RECONS (Research Consortium On Nearby Stars) is a scientific organization focused on studying stars that are close to Earth—typically within about 25 light-years. Its goal is to identify, measure, and understand these nearby stars’ properties, such as their distances, motions, and compositions. By doing so, RECONS helps scientists better comprehend our local stellar neighborhood, the diversity of stars, and potential planets that may orbit them. The research improves our overall understanding of the Milky Way and provides essential data for future space exploration and astronomical studies.