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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
Remote Cave Discovery Shows Ancient Voyagers Brought Rice Across 2,300 Km of Pacific Ocean
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesIn a new study published in Science Advances, my colleagues and I have uncovered the earliest evidence of …
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Space
A Strange Bright Burst in Space Baffled Astronomers for More Than a Year. Now, They’ve Solved the Mystery
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesAround midday on June 13, 2024, my colleagues and I were scanning the skies when we thought we …
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Technology
eSafety Boss Wants YouTube Included in the Social Media Ban. But AI Raises Even More Concerns for Kids
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesJulie Inman Grant, Australia’s eSafety Commissioner, addressed the National Press Club to outline how her office will be …
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Technology
Iran’s Internet Blackout Left People in the Dark. How Does a Country Shut Down the Internet?
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesIn recent days, Iranians experienced a near-complete Internet blackout, with local service providers — including mobile services — …
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Science Unmasked
Sharks Freeze When You Turn Them Upside Down — and There’s No Good Reason Why
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesImagine watching your favorite nature documentary. The predator lunges rapidly from its hiding place, jaws wide open, and …
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Science Unmasked
Traveling With Food Allergies? These Tips Can Help You Stay Safer in the Skies
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesWith the school holidays approaching, many families will be traveling, including on planes interstate and overseas. But travel …
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Technology
There’s Gold Trapped in Your iPhone — and Chemists Have Found a Safe New Way To Extract It
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesIn 2022, humans produced an estimated 62 million tons of electronic waste — enough to fill more than …
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Technology
How Do Sleep Trackers Work, and Are They Worth It? A Sleep Scientist Breaks It Down
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesMany smartwatches, fitness trackers, and wellness trackers now offer sleep tracking among their many functions. Wear your watch …
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Science Unmasked
Jaws at 50: How a Single Movie Changed Our Perception of White Sharks Forever
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesIt’s been 50 years since Steven Spielberg’s movie Jaws first cast a terrifying shadow across our screens. At …