The fire at a major oil refinery in the Victorian city of Geelong has now been extinguished. But …
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
Roblox Is Boosting Safety Features for Young People. It’s a Step in the Right Direction
by Troy OakesRoblox has announced significant changes to its gaming platform to enhance safety for children under 16. The announcement …
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If you’ve been in the market for a new hair dryer, you’ve likely seen advertising for ionic ones. …
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Science Unmasked
In the Face of Rampant AI, Is ‘Data Poisoning’ a New Form of Civil Disobedience?
by Troy OakesThe explosion of generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools has provoked both hopes and anxieties about the potential benefits …
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Black holes are among the most extreme objects in the universe. They can fling material outward at speeds …
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Science Unmasked
There May Be 10 Times as Many Citizen Scientists in Australia as We Thought — and That’s Great News for Science
by Troy OakesUntil recently, the number of citizen scientists in Australia was estimated at between 100,000 and 130,000 people. But …
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Science UnmaskedFeatured
An Extinct Echidna the Size of a Small Child Once Roamed Victoria, New Fossil Shows
by Troy OakesThose who venture into Foul Air Cave, below Buchan township in eastern Victoria, Australia, quickly realize how it …
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Technology
More Than 60% of Home Battery Installations Inspected in Australia Are ‘Substandard’
by Troy OakesMore than 60% of battery system installation work inspected under a federal government green energy program is substandard …
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Ever wondered what it might feel like to spot giant spider crabs while you’re snorkeling? Or check plants …
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At 13:24:59 Central Standard Time on December 19, 1972, the Apollo 17 command module splashed down in the Pacific Ocean, …