An international research team led by the University of Minnesota has measured the size of a supernova that …
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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Archaeology
First Sentence Ever Written in Canaanite Language Discovered
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesThe alphabet was invented around 1800 BCE and was used by the Canaanites and later by most other …
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It may be known as a rocky, red planet, but the evidence is mounting that salty water exists …
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Technology
Gopinath Group Advances Quantum Sensing With a New Model in Optical Fibers
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesResearch into quantum engineering may provide several significant advancements in optical sensor technology, but optical loss and signal …
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Several theories about how the Earth and the Moon were formed, most involving a giant impact. They vary …
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Quantum computers are becoming ever more complex and powerful. Researchers at the University of Innsbruck, in collaboration with …
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Using data from ESA’s Gaia astrometry mission, astronomers have identified the closest known black hole, less than 1,600 …
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Neutron stars are the densest objects in our universe, except for black holes. As their name suggests, neutron …
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Environment
Scientists Identify the Highest-Ever Recorded Volcanic Plume
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesThe January 2022 eruption of the Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha’apai volcano produced the highest-ever recorded volcanic plume. Using satellite …
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Environment
60 Percent of Home-Compostable Plastics Don’t Fully Break Down, Ending Up in Our Soil
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesA UK-wide study found that 60 percent of home-compostable plastics do not fully disintegrate in home compost bins …