Daisy Dobrijevic

Daisy Dobrijevic

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Daisy Dobrijevic joined Space.com in February 2022 having previously worked for our sister publication All About Space magazine as a staff writer. Before joining us, Daisy completed an editorial internship with the BBC Sky at Night Magazine and worked at the National Space Centre in Leicester, U.K., where she enjoyed communicating space science to the public. In 2021, Daisy completed a PhD in plant physiology and also holds a Master's in Environmental Science, she is currently based in Nottingham, U.K. Daisy is passionate about all things space, with a penchant for solar activity and space weather. She has a strong interest in astrotourism and loves nothing more than a good northern lights chase! 

Latest articles by Daisy Dobrijevic

rows of starlink satellites in the lower left portion of the image with Earth in the background and a slither of black space in the lower right side of the image.

Starlink satellites: Facts, tracking and impact on astronomy

By Tereza Pultarova, Elizabeth Howell last updated

Reference Starlink satellites have been developed by SpaceX to provide internet to remote locations. Here we explore the controversial megaconstellation in more detail.

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The Geminid meteor shower can produce over one hundred meteors per hour. In this photograph, the Geminid meteor shower is seen above the Kubuqi Desert of Inner Mongolia, China on Dec. 13, 2020.

Geminid meteor shower 2024: When, where & how to see it

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated

Reference The Geminid meteor shower peaks the night of Dec. 13-14. Our guide tells you where and how to see them.

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The image shows a sky full of shooting stars above a tree and a lone person.

Meteor showers 2024: When is the next one?

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated

Reference Our meteor showers 2024 calendar tells you everything you need to know about upcoming meteor showers, including where and when to see them.

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graphic with night sky in large font and silhouettes of people below looking up at the night sky.

Night sky for tonight: Visible planets, stars and more in this evening's sky

By Jamie Carter last updated

Find out what you can see in the night sky for tonight, from planets and stars to dazzling meteor showers.

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The moon phases of September 2024 listed with dates. the new moon on Sept 2, the first quarter on sept 11, the full moon on sept 17 and the third quarter moon phase on sept 24.

What is the moon phase today? Lunar phases 2024

By Tariq Malik last updated

Reference See what moon phase it is tonight and find out when you can see the rest of the moon phases for 2024.

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A graphic with black writing "annular solar eclipse" and red text "2024" written underneath. to the left is an ring of fire eclipsed sun and in the background is full of stars.

Solar eclipse 2024: Live updates

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated

Stay up-to-date with the latest news on the upcoming solar eclipses, including the annular solar eclipse on Oct. 2, 2024.

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A red sunset sky with an annular solar eclipse "ring of fire" and silhouetted birds flying across in the foreground.

1 week until annular solar eclipse turns the sun into a dramatic 'ring of fire'

By Daisy Dobrijevic published

With just one week to go, the countdown to the annular solar eclipse on Oct. 2 is on. We're ready, are you?

Eclipses
new moon illustration shows a very dimly lit moon against a black background.

New moon calendar 2024: When is the next new moon?

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated

Reference Discover what a new moon is and when the next new moon will occur with our new moon 2024 guide.

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A castle ruin is in the foreground of the image with a subtle pink hued sky and a bright full moon.

Full moon calendar 2024: When to see the next full moon

By Tariq Malik last updated

Reference The full moon happens about once a month. Find out when.

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a large supermoon is partially hidden by a rocky mountain, the moon appears large and slightly orange.

Supermoon: what is it and when is the next one?

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated

Reference Learn what makes a supermoon unique, how it impacts the moon's brightness, and when you can catch the next one in our ultimate supermoon guide.

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lunar eclipses are made up of several stages here they are arranged in a question mark shape.

What are lunar eclipses and how do they occur?

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated

Reference Lunar eclipses occur when Earth blocks the sun and casts a shadow over the surface of the moon. We explore the different types of lunar eclipses here.

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full moon behind a large tower with people standing on a viewing platform at the top

Harvest Moon Supermoon lunar eclipse delights skywatchers worldwide (photos)

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated

Check out these incredible Harvest Moon Supermoon lunar eclipse photos from around the world. September's full moon did not disappoint.

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Phases of a lunar eclipse showing the moon turn progressively red.

Lunar eclipses 2024: When, where & how to see them

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated

Reference There are two lunar eclipses in 2024. Our guide tells you how you can see them and when the next lunar eclipse will occur.

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a close up view of the moon during a partial lunar eclipse with a portion of the moon obscured by a dark shadow.

What time is the Harvest Moon Supermoon lunar eclipse tonight?

By Daisy Dobrijevic published

The full moon of September will put on a dramatic show tonight, the exact timing of which will depend on your location.

Stargazing
a curtain of green light fills the sky, auroras dance across the sky with trees below.

Auroras galore! Severe geomagnetic storm sparks stunning northern lights across US (photos)

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated

The almost fully illuminated Harvest Moon was no match for the dazzling aurora display.

Aurora Borealis
a series of images of the moon becoming increasingly eclipsed by Earth's shadow.

Don't miss the Harvest Moon Supermoon lunar eclipse tonight! Here's what to expect

By Daisy Dobrijevic published

On Sept. 17, the full moon will put on a dazzling display. While appearing slightly larger-than-average as a "supermoon" it will also undergo a partial lunar eclipse.

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Northern lights appear over a lake in Minnesota in a dark sky overhead shining rainbow of Aurora light with trees below.

Aurora alert: Powerful geomagnetic storm could spark northern lights across US and Europe tonight

By Daisy Dobrijevic published

Northern lights could be visible over mid-latitudes across the US and Europe tonight, Sept. 16. A geomagnetic storm watch has been issued by NOAA's Space Weather Prediction Center.

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Long duration photograph of a space capsule in the lower right portion of the image and a blurred earth below with streaking lights.

NASA astronaut Butch Wilmore reports 'strange noise' coming from Boeing's Starliner spacecraft (video)

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated

The eerie sound was likened to a pulsing sonar-like ping.

Human Spaceflight
series of phases of the annular solar eclipse in 2023. A composite that records the sequence around mid-eclipse of the October 14, 2023 annular eclipse of the Sun. At this eclipse the Moon was near apogee so its disk was not large enough to completely cover the Sun's photosphere and create a total eclipse

1 month until the annular solar eclipse 2024: Here's what you need to know

By Daisy Dobrijevic published

With just one month to go until the annular solar eclipse on Oct. 2, here is everything you need to know to prepare for the dazzling spectacle, either in person or online.

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ribbons and curtains of light in the sky colored green, purple and pink. There are snow-capped mountains below.

Aurora season is here: What to expect from the northern lights in 2024/25

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated

Here's what to expect from this aurora season and how to best prepare for your northern lights hunting experience.

Aurora Borealis
a comet on the right has a red/pink nucleus in the center and a glowing greeny blue coma which stretches out into a long tail to the right. The black eye galaxy shines bright but has a distinct dark patch covering one side of the galaxy center.

Astrophotographer captures Comet 13P/Olbers and the Black Eye Galaxy M64 in stunning detail (photo)

By Daisy Dobrijevic published

Astrophotographer Greg Meyer had just one hour to capture this iconic image of Comet 13P/Olbers and the Black Eye Galaxy (M64).

Stargazing
northern lights appears as vibrant pink and yellow orange curtains filling the sky.

Auroral substorm sparks stunning northern lights visible at mid-latitudes (photos)

By Daisy Dobrijevic published

A moderate G2 geomagnetic storm sparked auroras at mid-latitudes, and we've rounded up some of the best northern lights photos here.

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graphic illustration of the solar system shows the sun in the center and a number of planets orbiting around it.

Solar system planets, order and formation: The ultimate guide

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated

Reference Explore the eight (or nine) planets of the solar system in order from nearest to the sun and discover the many wonders of our solar system along the way.

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a detailed view of the moon with saturn passing behind it then reappearing.

Astrophotographer captures Saturn vanishing behind the moon in mesmerizing photo

By Daisy Dobrijevic published

Check out this mesmerizing photo showing Saturn disappearing and then reappearing from behind the moon during the lunar occultation on Aug. 21.

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a large bright full moon with a slight orange tint in the background and in front is the silhouette of a cable car.

Supermoon Blue Moon 2024: Top photos from around the world

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated

Check out some of the best Supermoon Blue Moon photos captured by skywatchers worldwide. The first of four supermoons this year put on quite the show.

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