For decades, the pursuit of quantum computing has struggled with the need for extremely low temperatures, mere fractions …
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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How stable are planetary systems? Will Earth and its seven siblings always continue in their steady celestial paths, …
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Technology
If TikTok is Banned in the U.S. or Australia, How Might the Company — or China — Respond?
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesTikTok’s owner is once again navigating troubled waters in the United States, where the US House of Representatives …
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Technology
Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse: A Bridge Engineer Explains What Happened, and What Needs to Change
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesWhen the 300-meter long container ship MV Dali, which was around 100,000 tons, lost power and slammed into …
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Smartphone ownership among younger children is increasing rapidly. Many primary school children now own them, which has become …
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Science Unmasked
A ‘Gentle Touch’ Molecule Is Essential for Light Tactile Sensation in Humans
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesYou were probably taught that you have five senses: sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch. This is not …
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Technology
70 Percent of Australians Don’t Feel in Control of Their Data
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesAustralian consumers don’t understand how companies — including data brokers — track, target, and profile them. This is …
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Technology
What Happens When We Outsource Boring but Important Work to AI?
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesIn 2009, an Air France jet crashed into the ocean, leaving no survivors. The plane’s autopilot system shut …
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Technology
Algorithms Are Pushing AI-Generated Falsehoods at an Alarming Rate. How Do We Stop This?
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesGenerative artificial intelligence (AI) tools are supercharging the problem of misinformation, disinformation, and fake news. OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Google’s …
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Health
Your Skin Is a Mirror of Your Health: Here’s What Yours Might Be Saying
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesSkin accounts for around 15 percent of your body mass. It is the largest and most visible organ …