“Mineral-only” sunscreens are making huge inroads into the sunscreen market, driven by fears of “chemicals,” a belief that …
Troy Oakes
Troy Oakes
Troy was born and raised in Australia and has always wanted to know why and how things work, which led him to his love for science. He is a professional photographer and enjoys taking pictures of Australia's beautiful landscapes. He is also a professional storm chaser where he currently lives in Hervey Bay, Australia.
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Science Unmasked
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Science Unmasked
Your Dog Is Not a Doomsday Prepper. Here’s Why They Hide Food and Toys
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesHave you ever seen a dog focused on nuzzling their expensive treat under a blanket, behind a couch …
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Technology
Roblox Set to Start Checking People’s Ages. But It Will Need to Do More to Keep Kids Safe
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesOnline gaming giant Roblox has just announced it will start checking users’ ages from early December in an …
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Science Unmasked
Why Is It So Hard to Take a Good Photo of the Moon With My Phone?
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesIt’s a beautiful, clear night. The stars are out, and the Moon looks breathtaking against the sky, so …
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Science Unmasked
When We See Someone Being Touched, Our Brains Automatically Simulate How It Feels
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesTouch is fundamental to how we perceive our own bodies and connect with others. A gentle brush stroke …
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Technology
WeChat Is Now a Frontline Policing Tool in China. Here’s What My Research Found
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesWeChat is best known as China’s all-purpose “super-app.” It is used for everything from messaging and mobile payments …
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Technology
The ‘Doorman Fallacy’: Why Careless Adoption of AI Backfires So Easily
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesArtificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming commonplace, despite statistics showing that only approximately 7% to 13% (depending on …
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Science Unmasked
55 Million Years: Australia’s Oldest Crocodile Eggshells Found in Queensland
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesIn southeast Queensland, roughly 250 kilometers from Brisbane, lies the tiny town of Murgon. Located on Wakka Wakka …
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Science Unmasked
Are Animals and AI Conscious? We’ve Devised New Theories for How to Test This
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesYou might think a honey bee foraging in your garden and a browser window running ChatGPT have nothing …
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Science Unmasked
Dogs 10,000 Years Ago Roamed With Bands of Humans and Came in All Shapes and Sizes
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesFrom village dogs to toy poodles to mastiffs, dogs come in an astonishing array of shapes, colors, and …