NASA and Lockheed Martin formally debuted the agency’s X-59 quiet supersonic aircraft. Using this one-of-a-kind experimental airplane, NASA …
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
Viruses Aren’t Always Harmful. 6 Ways They’re Used in Health Care and Pest Control
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesWe tend to just think of viruses in terms of their damaging impacts on human health and lives. …
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Archaeology
New Analysis Unlocks the Hidden Meaning of 15,000-Year-Old Rock Art in Arnhem Land
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesRock art is one of the most intriguing records of the human past — it directly represents how …
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Space
A New Study of Exploding Stars Shows Dark Energy May Be More Complicated Than We Thought
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesWhat is the universe made of? What role does “dark energy” play? This question has driven astronomers for …
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Space
Meteors, Supermoons, a Comet, and More: Your Guide to the Southern Sky in 2024
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesWhat exciting events will we see in the southern sky in 2024? Meteor showers, Saturn covered by the …
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A colorful, festive image from NASA shows different types of light containing the remains of not one, but …
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ArtsEditor's Pick
How to Get the Most Out of a Visit to an Art Gallery With Kids
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesIn our house, we have a favorite story about art and the time our toddler was dragged from …
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Space
Want to Buy a Home Telescope? Tips From a Professional Astronomer to Help You Choose
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesWhile the unaided eye or binoculars can reveal much of the night sky, a telescope reveals so much …
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Nicholas Copernicus was the astronomer who, five centuries ago, explained that Earth revolves around the Sun, rather than …
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Food
Hate Salad or Veggies? Just Keep Eating Them. How Your Tastebuds Adapt to What You Eat
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesDo you hate salad? It’s OK if you do, there are plenty of foods in the world, and …