Gemma Lavender

Gemma is content director of Space.com, Live Science, science and space magazines How It Works and All About Space, history magazines All About History and History of War as well as Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) kids education brand Future Genius. She is the author of several books including "Quantum Physics in Minutes", "Haynes Owners’ Workshop Manual to the Large Hadron Collider" and "Haynes Owners’ Workshop Manual to the Milky Way". She holds a degree in physical sciences, a Master’s in astrophysics and a PhD in computational astrophysics. She was elected as a fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society in 2011. Previously, she worked for Nature's journal, Scientific Reports, and created scientific industry reports for the Institute of Physics and the British Antarctic Survey. She has covered stories and features for publications such as Physics World, Astronomy Now and Astrobiology Magazine.

Articles by: Gemma Lavender

Celestron telescope & binocular deals you can still get: Discounts & what's in stock

By Gemma Lavender published 30 June 22

Deals Hunting for a discount on a Celestron telescope or binocular? Here's what's in stock.

Best telescopes for beginners: Top budget-friendly picks for viewing the planets, galaxies and more

By Gemma Lavender published 22 June 22

Buying Guide Here are the best telescopes for beginners, all the top models and brands suited to those without much experience, plus deals leading up to Amazon Prime Day next week.

Best telescopes 2022: Top picks for viewing planets, galaxies, stars and more

By Gemma Lavender published 22 June 22

Buying Guide These are the best telescopes of 2022, and with Amazon Prime Day around the corner, we've got something for every budget.

Best binoculars: Image shows mature woman using binoculars outdoors

Best binoculars 2022: Top picks for stargazing, wildlife and more

By Gemma Lavender published 22 June 22

Our round-up of the best binoculars for stargazing, bird watching and more.

Meade telescopes and binocular deals: discounts & what's in stock

By Gemma Lavender published 7 June 22

Deals We're keeping our eyes peeled for Meade telescopes and binoculars deals.

Orion StarBlast 6i IntelliScope telescope

Orion telescopes and binocular deals you can get now

By Gemma Lavender published 1 June 22

Deals All the best Orion telescopes and binocular deals, all in one place to suit everyone and every budget.

Sky-Watcher telescope deals available right now

By Gemma Lavender published 1 June 22

DEALS We've found the best Sky-Watcher telescope deals for you.

Best telescopes for kids: Image shows young boy using telescope near tents

Best telescopes for kids: Top picks for seeing the moon, stars, planets & more

By Gemma Lavender published 22 March 22

Here are the best telescopes for kids, the top models for budding astronomers, including the best Amazon Prime Day deals.

Telescope deal: Get $150 off the Celestron PowerSeeker 80EQ at Walmart

By Gemma Lavender published 30 November 21

Featuring everything you need to get started in skywatching, this high-quality instrument is over 45% off at Walmart.

UPDATE: The Celestron StarSense Explorer LT 80AZ telescope has been reduced by almost 27% for Black Friday

By Gemma Lavender published 26 November 21

Deals Now reduced from $299.95 at Walmart, you can save $69.96 on your next piece of smartphone app-enabled skywatching kit.

Get $300 off this Cyber Monday on the Unistellar eVscope eQuinox smart telescope

By Gemma Lavender published 25 November 21

Deals Save a little over 10% on the world's newest instrument — hurry though, offer ends Nov. 30!

Celestron Inspire 80AZ telescope: Full review

By Gemma Lavender, All About Space magazine published 12 April 21

The Celestron Inspire 80AZ proves to be a reliable starter instrument at a budget price that's furnished with a good selection of accessories

Celestron FirstScope 76: Full review

By Gemma Lavender, All About Space magazine published 9 April 21

The fuss-free Celestron FirstScope 76 is an easy telescope to use, but expectations should be tailored when looking through the eyepiece

Celestron Astro Fi 130 telescope: Full review

By Gemma Lavender, All About Space magazine published 8 April 21

Celestron's Astro Fi 130 combines good optics with the latest in telescope technology — but is it the right telescope for you?

Celestron PowerSeeker 80AZS telescope: Full review

By Gemma Lavender, All About Space magazine published 7 April 21

If you have a low budget, the PowerSeeker 80AZS is an all-inclusive package for the casual skywatcher and offers clear views of bright solar system and deep-sky targets

Celestron NexStar 6SE telescope: Full review

By Gemma Lavender, All About Space magazine published 6 April 21

The fuss-free Celestron NexStar 6SE is a high-quality telescope that offers clear and crisp views of a selection of solar system and deep-sky targets

The best deals on Vixen telescopes and binoculars

By Gemma Lavender, All About Space magazine published 31 December 20

We check the best online retailers for discounts on a daily basis to find you the perfect offer on Vixen products — finding your next binoculars or telescope has never been easier

Get 12% off the Celestron 114LCM Computerized Telescope, now just $309.58

By Gemma Lavender, All About Space magazine published 25 December 20

Tour the universe with the latest in telescope technology — and at a great discount

Celestron's AstroMaster LT 76AZ Telescope is now $111.59, 14% off the retail price

By Gemma Lavender, All About Space magazine published 30 November 20

For a little over $100, you can get started in skywatching with a great-quality instrument

The Celestron Ambassador 80AZ Brass Telescope is now just $899 this holiday

By Gemma Lavender, All About Space magazine published 30 November 20

Get 10% off one of the most unique telescopes on the market, a discount of over $100 at Amazon

Up to $840 off Celestron's NexStar Computerized Telescope, 41% discount at Adorama

By Gemma Lavender, All About Space magazine published 27 November 20

One of Space.com's recommended computerized telescopes is on offer, starting at just $499

Celestron Ambassador 80AZ telescope: Full review

By Gemma Lavender, All About Space magazine published 24 September 20

The optics of the Celestron Ambassador 80AZ are of good quality, promoting a high level of clarity and contrast. Easy to set up, the refractor exudes an unusual yet superior craftmanship

Celestron Cosmos 90 GT WiFi telescope: Full review

By Gemma Lavender, All About Space magazine published 24 September 20

With good optics that offer views of solar system and bright deep-sky targets, the Celestron Cosmos 90 GT is easy to set up and operate, with only a few minor niggles

Celestron CPC 800 GPS telescope: Full review

By Gemma Lavender, All About Space magazine published 24 September 20

Offering superb views of the solar system and deep sky, the Celestron CPC 800 GPS is packed with the latest in telescope technology

Celestron Omni XLT 120 telescope: Full review

By Gemma Lavender, All About Space magazine published 24 September 20

With its high-quality finish, the Celestron Omni XLT 120 boasts a professional mount that provides a smooth tour of the night sky, while its optical system offers stunning views of the solar system