Daisy Dobrijevic
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
Io: A guide to Jupiter's volcanic moon
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Reference Io is Jupiter's fifth moon and its third-largest. It is the most volcanically active body in the solar system.
The last solar eclipse of 2022 thrills skywatchers around the world
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
The final solar eclipse of 2022 has put on quite the show for skywatchers around the world. See the first eclipse photos and social media reactions here.
NASA's DART asteroid-smashing mission: The ultimate guide
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Reference NASA's DART mission was the first to test asteroid deflection for planetary defense by smashing a spacecraft into an asteroid. Explore the mission here.
Explore the moon like never before with All About Space magazine
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
All About Space issue 135 takes an in-depth look at our lunar companion, from its formation and internal structure to past, present and future exploration. Explore the latest issue here.
International Observe the Moon Night 2022: Don't miss these livestreams and events tonight! (Oct. 1)
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Celebrate "International Observe the Moon Night" 2022 on Saturday (Oct. 1) virtually with livestreams or in person at an event near you.
Voyager: 15 incredible images of our solar system captured by the twin probes (gallery)
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Reference NASA's twin probes, Voyager 1 and Voyager 2 have been exploring the cosmos for 45 years. Here, we take a look at some of their best images.
Curiosity rover: 15 awe-inspiring photos of Mars (gallery)
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
NASA's Curiosity rover continues to explore Mars, taking incredible photos as it goes. We take a look at some of its best images here.
Landsat: 20 remarkable photos of Earth (gallery)
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Reference Landsat 1 launched 50 years ago on July 23, 1972. We celebrate the work of Landsat with a gallery of some of the best images captured by the satellite fleet.
Planet Venus: 20 interesting facts about the scorching world
By Lee Cavendish published
Reference Venus is one of the weirdest planets in the solar system. We explore the scorching planet in more detail with 20 interesting facts about Venus.
Explore common space misconceptions with All About Space magazine
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
All About Space issue 134 debunks 20 myths about the universe from the color of the sun to the dark side of the moon. Explore the latest issue here.
Moon viewing guide: What to look for on the lunar surface
By All About Space magazine published
Reference Our ultimate guide to observing the moon will help you plan your next skywatching venture whether it be exploring the lunar seas or the many craters that blanket the landscape.
Voyager 1: Facts about Earth's farthest spacecraft
By Elizabeth Howell published
Reference Voyager 1 is the first spacecraft to travel beyond the solar system and enter interstellar space. The probe is still exploring the cosmos to this day.
Voyager 2: An iconic spacecraft that's still exploring 45 years on
By Elizabeth Howell last updated
Reference Voyager 2 was the first of twin probes sent to explore our solar system. After reaching interstellar space in 2014 the probe continues to explore the cosmos.
The last supermoon of the year rises tonight: Watch it online for free
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Watch the last supermoon of the year rise over Rome with the Virtual Telescope Project's free livestream, which starts on Aug. 12 at 1:30 a.m. ET.
Supermoon alert: The last supermoon of the year rises tonight!
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
August's full moon will occur tonight (Aug. 11) and is the last supermoon of the year. The dazzling Sturgeon supermoon will outshine many Perseid meteors.
Explore the weirdest weather in the solar system with All About Space magazine
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
All About Space issue 133 explores the weirdest weather in the solar system including space weather events influenced by our angry, stormy sun.
Food in space: What do astronauts eat?
By Andrew Webb published
Reference What do astronauts eat in space? Here we explore the range of food and drink that has been consumed in space and how space gastronomy has changed over the years.
Sturgeon Supermoon: August's Sturgeon Full Moon will be the last of 4 in a row
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
The final supermoon of the year will rise this week (Aug. 11). The full Sturgeon moon with likely outshine the Perseid meteor shower which peaks Aug. 11-12.
Curiosity rover: The ultimate guide
By Elizabeth Howell, Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
Reference NASA's Curiosity rover is still exploring the Martian surface and looking for signs of life on Mars. We explore the rover in more detail here.
See Mercury shine close to Leo's brightest star Regulus tonight
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
Catch Mercury shining close to Leo's brightest star Regulus on Wednesday (Aug. 3). The due will be close enough to view with a telescope.
Use Mars to spot elusive Uranus on Sunday
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
Mars will begin to approach Uranus early Sunday morning (July 31). The pair will be close enough to share the same field of view as seen through binoculars.
The Southern Delta Aquariid meteor shower of 2022 is peaking now
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
The Delta Aquarrids meteor shower peaks tonight (July 29). The shower commonly generates about 15-20 meteors per hour and is best viewed around 3 a.m. local time.
The July new moon provides dark skies tonight to see Jupiter, Mars and more
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
The moon officially reached new moon phase today (July 28), leaving dark skies perfect for stargazing ventures.