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ERRATUM: "YOUNG STELLAR OBJECTS IN THE MASSIVE STAR FORMING REGION W49".
G Saral1,2, J L Hora1, S E Willis1
1Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics, 60 Garden Street, Cambridge 02138, MA.
The Astrophysical Journal
|February 22, 2021
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This study corrects a previous publication. It ensures the accuracy of scientific records for future research.
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- Scientific publishing
- Research integrity
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- Correction of previously published article PMC7489494.
- Ensuring accuracy in scientific literature.
Purpose:
- To provide an official correction notice.
- To maintain the integrity of the scientific record.
Summary:
- This entry serves as a correction to the article identified by PMC7489494.
- The correction ensures the accuracy and reliability of the scientific information presented.
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- Upholds scientific accuracy and retractions.
- Facilitates reliable information retrieval for researchers.
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