Earth is teeming with life: Creatures big and small have spread and adapted to vastly different environments. Many …
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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Space
‘Project Hail Mary’ Is Packed With Hard Science. An Astrophysicist Breaks It Down
by Troy OakesAs an astrophysicist, my world revolves around the wonders of space and the mysteries of the universe. This …
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As countries around the world look to follow Australia’s lead and implement a social media ban for kids, …
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It’s called the infinite scroll — a design feature on social media, shopping, video, and many other apps …
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E-bikes have been increasing in popularity — they make cycling more accessible than ever. However, they’ve also been …
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Science Unmasked
Where Did the Ancient Greeks and Romans Think Lightning Came From? Hint: Not Just the Gods
by Troy OakesIs it any wonder ancient people thought lightning came from the gods? Even today, a close lightning strike …
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Technology
A World-First Quantum Battery Charges Faster When It Gets Bigger — but It’s Tiny and Only Lasts Nanoseconds
by Troy OakesYou’re late for an important appointment. Just as you are leaving your house, you realize your phone is …
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For most of human existence, listening was closely tied to moments that carried meaning, emotion, or survival. Nature …
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Space
A Million New SpaceX Satellites Will Destroy the Night Sky — for Everyone on Earth
by Troy OakesMore than 10,000 Starlink satellites currently orbit the Earth. We see them crawling across dark skies, no matter …
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Technology
TVs Keep Getting More Pixels — but We Are Approaching the Limits of What Our Eyes Can Actually See
by Troy OakesI remember sitting very close to the TV as a child and seeing that the image was made …