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

Solar flare erupting from the surface of the sun. This coronal mass ejection (CME) event occurred on 31st August 2012, and was recorded at wavelengths of 171 and 304 angstroms by NASA's Solar Dynamics Orbiter (SDO). The huge plume of solar material was thrown from the Sun at some 900 miles per second (1450 kilometres per second)

Solar maximum will arrive sooner and last longer than previously expected, say scientists

By Daisy Dobrijevic published

The sun will reach solar maximum in 2024, one year earlier than predicted. It will not only peak earlier but will also be stronger and last longer, scientists say.

The Sun
Stong geomagnetic Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights) above Alaskan mountains, Atigun Pass - Dalton highway (North of Fairbanks), Alaska, USA.

The next 4 to 5 years will be the best time to see the northern lights this solar cycle

By Daisy Dobrijevic published

Want to see the northern lights (aurora borealis) or the southern lights (aurora australis)? Good news — The next four to five years will provide optimal conditions for some dazzling displays.

Aurora Borealis
Rajat Kumar Pal annular solar eclipse shows stages of the solar eclipse rising through the sky.

Annular solar eclipse of 2023 wows skywatchers with spectacular 'ring of fire' (photos, video)

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated

On Oct. 14 an annular solar eclipse occurred across the Americas. We have rounded up some of the best photos here.

Eclipses
eight stages of an annular solar eclipse showing the moon taking a larger and larger "bite" out of the sun with the "ring of fire" in the center. The sun turn's progressively more red throughout the images.

Annular solar eclipse will turn the sun into 'ring of fire' today. Here's what you need to know.

By Daisy Dobrijevic published

An annular solar eclipse will set the skies alight with a magnificent 'ring of fire' today. The stunning scene will be visible across the Americas.

Eclipses
stages of an annular solar eclipse arranged in a circle with two clock hands in the center pointing to 9:13, the time the annular face begins in Oregon.

What time is the annular solar eclipse on Oct. 14?

By Daisy Dobrijevic published

An annular solar eclipse will be visible across the U.S. on Oct. 14. Here we look at what time the eclipse will start and where it can be seen.

Eclipses
An annular solar eclipse showing a ring of orange in a hazy orange sky with cacti in the foreground.

How to watch the annular solar eclipse on Oct. 14 from anywhere

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated

Watch the annular solar eclipse on Oct. 14 live here on Space.com. We have also rounded up some of the best livestreams for watching the famous 'ring of fire'.

Eclipses
Artist's illustration showing a solar storm lashing Earth.

'Potentially catastrophic' solar storm identified in ancient tree rings

By Daisy Dobrijevic published

Scientists have discovered the most powerful solar storm ever recorded using ancient tree rings from the French Alps.

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

Annular solar eclipse will turn the sun into a spectacular 'ring of fire' this week

By Daisy Dobrijevic published

On Oct. 14, an annular solar eclipse will turn the sun into a spectacular "ring of fire." Here's what you can expect from the celestial phenomenon.

Eclipses
Stages of the annular solar eclipse on Jan. 15, 2010.

One week until the spectacular 'ring of fire' annular solar eclipse!

By Daisy Dobrijevic published

Get ready for the annular solar eclipse on Oct. 14! The famous 'ring of fire' is not to be missed.

Eclipses
an image of a partial solar eclipse in the background with a hand holding a phone in the foreground of the image.

Hold the annular solar eclipse in your hand with new 'One Eclipse' app from Astronomers Without Borders

By Daisy Dobrijevic published

Celebrate the upcoming annular solar eclipse with a new app launched by Astronomers Without Borders. "One Eclipse" for iOS brings the wonders of the eclipse into the palm of your hand.

Eclipses
2023 eclipse explorer showing the eclipse moving over the US.

NASA's Eclipse Explorer 2023 lets you track the Oct. 14 annular solar eclipse with new interactive map

By Daisy Dobrijevic published

On Oct. 14 an annular solar eclipse will be visible across the Americas, you can follow the eclipse in unprecedented detail with NASA's new interactive map "Eclipse Explorer 2023."

Eclipses
sunrise in the famous Monument Valley in Arizona, USA

These Navajo Tribal Parks will be closed during the Oct. 14 annular solar eclipse

By Daisy Dobrijevic published

During the annular solar eclipse on Oct. 14, 2023, several iconic destinations including all Navajo Tribal Parks, will be closed due to cultural beliefs.

Eclipses
an image showing liftoff of osiris rex from asteroid bennu with gray boulders in behind the spacecraft

OSIRIS-REx: A complete guide to the asteroid-sampling mission

By Nola Taylor Tillman last updated

Reference The OSIRIS-REx asteroid-sampling mission delivered pieces of asteroid Bennu to Earth on Sept. 24, 2023, before moving on to study asteroid Apophis in 2029.

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Graphic illustration of a sequence of eclipse images and an animated timer in the center.

How long will the annular solar eclipse last on Oct. 14?

By Daisy Dobrijevic published

The duration of the annular solar eclipse depends on the viewing location. We look at where the longest 'ring of fire' will occur and how long the eclipse will last.

Eclipses
the curtains of light from the aurora borealis rain down towards the camera shining green and blue.

Solar storm slams into Earth and sparks stunning northern lights display (photos)

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated

A powerful solar storm triggered stunning aurora displays around the world. Here we take a look at some of the best photographs of the recent northern lights outburst.

Aurora Borealis
Temperature on Earth graphic illustration on map.

What is the average temperature on Earth?

By Tim Sharp, Vicky Stein last updated

Reference Earth's global average surface temperature is approximately 59 degrees Fahrenheit (15 degrees Celsius). But it's on the rise.

Reference
solar filament erupts from the surface of the sun.

Massive eruption on sun hurls coronal mass ejection toward Earth, auroras likely Sept. 19 (video)

By Daisy Dobrijevic published

A huge solar filament eruption has hurled a coronal mass ejection (CME) toward Earth. The CME is expected to hit Earth on Sept. 19 and may trigger extensive auroras.

Aurora Borealis
graphic illustration of mars showing a rusty red surface and light from the distant sun in the upper right corner.

Mars' atmosphere: Facts about composition and climate

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated

Reference Mars' atmosphere is over 100 times thinner than Earth's and is primarily composed of carbon dioxide, nitrogen and argon gases.

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full moon shines behind the Statue of Liberty's head, looking like a halo.

Last super Blue Moon until 2037 lights up skies around the world (photos)

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated

The Super Blue Moon looks incredible in these photos from around the world. Here we've selected some of the best!

Stargazing
a young woman watches a solar eclipse through binoculars.

Watch the sun over the next 2 weeks to plan the ideal total eclipse 2024 viewing location

By Daisy Dobrijevic published

Between Aug. 25 and Sept. 8, the sun will be in the same location as during the total eclipse on April 8, 2024 making it the perfect time to scout your viewing spot.

Eclipses
google doodle animation showing India's Chandrayaan-3 mission reaching the moon.

Google celebrates India's Chandrayaan-3 moon landing with adorable Doodle

By Daisy Dobrijevic published

Google is celebrating India's successful moon landing of the Chandrayaan-3 mission at the lunar south pole with a whimsical Google Doodle.

Moon Rovers
faint green auroras in top left of the image and thin wispy noctilucent clouds on the right.

Aurora season has begun! Northern lights spotted in the Arctic Circle (photo)

By Daisy Dobrijevic published

The northern lights have been seen high in the Arctic Circle, indicating the start of the aurora season, which will become more apparent as we approach solar maximum.

Aurora Borealis
artist's illustration of Chinese space station Tiangong above Earth in the background.

China's space station, Tiangong: A complete guide

By Andrew Jones, Daisy Dobrijevic last updated

Reference Tiangong is China's operational space station located in low Earth orbit. We explore the space station in more detail here.

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bright perseid meteors streak across the star studded sky with a large telescope dish on the right of the image.

Perseid meteor shower 2023 thrills stargazers around the world. See their amazing photos.

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated

Explore some of the best Perseid meteor shower 2023 photos from around the world. The prolific shower did not disappoint.

Meteors & Meteor Showers
Graphic illustration showing the layers of Mars against the backdrop of space.

Mars: Everything you need to know about the Red Planet

By Charles Q. Choi last updated

Reference Mars, the fourth planet from the sun is famed for its rusty red appearance. Here we explore the Red Planet in more detail and see why scientists find it so intriguing.

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