Ancient Maya in the once-bustling city of Tikal built sophisticated water filters using natural materials they imported from …
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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Earth is not necessarily the best planet in the universe. Researchers have identified two dozen planets outside our …
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Sustainable Living
40 Percent of Renters Can’t Afford Essentials as a Result of COVID-19
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesAlmost 40 percent of Australian renters can’t afford essentials such as bills, clothing, transport, and food after paying …
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Your brain responds differently when talking to a person from a different socioeconomic group than during a conversation …
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Environment
Unprecedented Energy Use Has Transformed Humanity’s Geologic Footprint
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesA new study makes clear the extraordinary speed and scale of increases in energy use, economic productivity, and …
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Health
Remnants of Ancient Viruses Could Be Shaping Coronavirus Response
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesWhy are some people more resilient to viruses like the CCP coronavirus than others? The answer has eluded …
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Revegetating green spaces within cities can improve soil quality and has been linked to better immune health in …
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Three fossils found in a lignite mine in southeastern Yunan Province, China, that are about 6.4 million years …
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Aortic aneurysms are stealthy, often silent vascular abnormalities that can be deadly if left untreated. In most cases, …
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Gut health through the gut’s microbiome — a complex, dense mixture of bacteria, fungi, and other microbes — …