Gemma currently works for the European Space Agency on content, communications and outreach, and was formerly the 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.
Latest articles by Gemma Lavender

By Gemma Lavender, All About Space magazine Last updated
Review Celestron's Astro Fi 130 combines good optics with the latest in telescope technology — but is it the right telescope for you?

By Gemma Lavender, All About Space magazine Last updated
Review 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

By Gemma Lavender, All About Space magazine Last updated
The fuss-free Celestron FirstScope 76 is an easy telescope to use, but expectations should be tailored when looking through the eyepiece

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

By Gemma Lavender, All About Space magazine Published
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

By Gemma Lavender, All About Space magazine Published
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

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

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

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

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

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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

By Gemma Lavender, All About Space magazine Published
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

By Gemma Lavender, All About Space magazine Published
Offering superb views of the solar system and deep sky, the Celestron CPC 800 GPS is packed with the latest in telescope technology

By Gemma Lavender, All About Space magazine Published
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

By Gemma Lavender, All About Space magazine Published
Boasting high definition views and an advanced GoTo system, the hefty price tag of this Schmidt-Cassegrain is suitable for astronomers with high budgets looking to upgrade on their current setup

By Gemma Lavender, All About Space magazine Published
Suitable for beginners, the portable computerized NexStar 127 SLT offers clear, crisp views with no optical distortion. The telescope does require additional accessories to reach its potential

By Gemma Lavender Published
BepiColombo captured five eerie recordings as it whizzed past Earth at a speed of 2.159 miles (3.474 kilometers) per second.

By Gemma Lavender Published
A team of researchers at the University of Tokyo has revealed tantalizing details about Mars’ seismic activity for the very first time.

By Gemma Lavender Published
China's FAST radio telescope has uncovered the first known pulsar in the star cluster Messier 92. The super-fast pulsating object forms one part of an eclipsing binary.

By Gemma Lavender Published
A new world has been confirmed in the Kepler-88 planetary system, tipping the scales at three-times the mass of solar system giant Jupiter.

By Gemma Lavender, Nick Howes Published
Often referred to as the dark side of the moon, it's about time we went back — according to NASA's lunar astronauts and planetary scientists.

By Gemma Lavender Published
The Next-Generation Transit Survey is being assembled for around $3 million.
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