The common fruit fly (Drosophila melanogaster), more correctly called the vinegar fly, is a frequent visitor to ripe …
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 & Tech
How Do Mosquito Repellents Work? A Chemistry Expert Explains
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesIn the southern hemisphere, it’s summertime, and for many of us, that means plenty of time outside — …
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Science Unmasked
Do Natural Fabrics Really Keep Us Cooler in Summer? Here’s the Science
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesThe Bureau of Meteorology has warned that Australia is facing one of the hottest summers on record. As …
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Space
Humans Will Soon Be Able to Mine on the Moon. But Should We? 4 Questions to Consider
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesBy the end of this decade, nations and private companies may well be mining the surface of the …
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Science Unmasked
Should I Get a Weighted Vest to Boost My Fitness? And How Heavy Should It Be?
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesExercise training while wearing a weighted vest is undergoing somewhat of a renaissance. Social media posts and trainers …
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Space
A Total Eclipse of the Moon, Saturn’s Rings ‘Disappear,’ Meteors, and More: Your Guide to the Southern Sky in 2025
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesIn addition to the annual parade of star pictures or constellations passing above our heads each night, there …
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Lifestyle
Regular Lessons Have Paused — but Your Kids Should Still Practice Their Swimming This Summer
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesMany swimming schools have temporarily closed for the summer holidays. But this doesn’t mean you should take a …
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Health
Children Can Be More Vulnerable in the Heat. Here’s How to Protect Them This Summer
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesExtreme heat is increasingly common in Australia and around the world, and besides making us uncomfortable, it can …
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Operations teams have confirmed NASA’s mission to “touch” the Sun survived its record-breaking closest approach to the solar …
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Space
From Dead Galaxies to Mysterious Red Dots, Here’s What the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) Has Found in Just 3 Years
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesOn this day three years ago, we witnessed the nail-biting launch of the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), …