Under normal conditions, pure water is an almost perfect insulator. Water only develops metallic properties under extreme pressure, …
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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Humans
Metal Artifacts in Southeast Asia Challenge Long-Held Archaeological Theory
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesIn archaeometallurgy, the study of ancient metal artifacts, archaeologists have historically taken a top-down approach, meaning that the …
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After gaining world attention by “unboiling” egg protein, Flinders University scientists have now used an Australian-made novel thin …
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The center of this image from the NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope is framed by the tell-tale arcs that …
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Since the end of the Second World War, there have been reports of the existence of giant pyramids …
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Technology
Gaming Graphics Card Allows Faster, More Precise Control of Fusion Energy Experiments
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesControlling fusion energy experiments is a vital step because nuclear fusion offers the potential for a safe, clean, …
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A newly discovered leaf point from the UNESCO World Heritage site of Hohle Fels Cave documents the evolution …
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A newly discovered visitor to the outer edges of our Solar System has been shown to be the …
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Space
Ride With Juno as It Flies Past the Solar System’s Biggest Moon and Jupiter
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesOn June 7, 2021, NASA’s Juno spacecraft flew closer to Jupiter’s ice-encrusted moon Ganymede than any spacecraft in more …
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Overweight Women More Prone to Being Wealthy, Educated, and Urban
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesAn international study of 55 countries has shown a marked increase in the number of overweight women globally, …