NGC 1003 is a spiral galaxy located approximately 50 million light-years away in the constellation Perseus. It was discovered by the astronomer William Herschel in 1786 and is part of the Hercules constellation group. This galaxy has a diameter of about 70,000 light-years and is classified as a type Sc spiral galaxy. NGC 1003 features a bright central bulge surrounded by well-defined spiral arms, which contain regions of active star formation. Its study helps astronomers understand the structure and evolution of galaxies in the universe.