It seems like we have free will. Most of the time, we are the ones who choose what …
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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Technology
Casual, Distant, Aesthetically Limited: 5 Ways Smartphone Photography Is Changing How We See the World
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesSmartphones are a staple of modern life and are changing how we see the world and show it …
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Food
Taste Depends on Nature and Nurture. Here Are 7 Ways You Can Learn to Enjoy Foods You Don’t Like
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesYou’re out for dinner with a bunch of friends, one of whom orders pizza with anchovies and olives …
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Space
Science Communicators Need to Stop Telling Everybody the Universe Is a Meaningless Void
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesThe scientific worldview has made great contributions to humanity’s flourishing. However, as science advances into territory once firmly …
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Technology
How Risky Is It to Give Card Details Over the Phone and How Do I Reduce the Chance of Fraud?
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesPaying for things digitally is so common that most of us think nothing of swiping or tapping our …
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Meal kits are a billion-dollar industry selling the promise of convenience while cooking healthy meals at home. Delivering …
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Technology
Even Experts Struggle to Tell Which Social Media Posts Are Evidence-Based
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesThe debate on how to combat social media misinformation is as relevant as ever. In recent years, we’ve …
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Technology
Can You Spot the AI Impostors? AI-Generated Faces Can Look More Real Than Actual Humans
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesDoes ChatGPT ever give you the eerie sense you’re interacting with another human being? What about AI-generated faces? …
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Technology
Does Screen Use Impact Your Thinking Skills? Our Analysis Suggests It Could
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesScreens have become seamlessly integrated into our daily lives as indispensable tools for work, education, and leisure. But …
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Archaeology
Giant Eagles and Scavenging Vultures Shared the Skies of Ancient Australia
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesToday, Australia is home to 17 species of hawks and eagles. But the fossil record shows some other, …