Articles for author: Trizzy Orozco

Engineering Phages with CRISPR to Fight Superbugs

8 Times California Led the Nation in Biotech Innovation

Trizzy Orozco

Imagine a place where wild coastal cliffs meet the world’s most cutting-edge laboratories, where the hum of ocean waves seems to sync with the pulse of scientific discovery. That’s California—a land of endless reinvention and the beating heart of America’s biotech revolution. From the sun-drenched streets of San Diego to the innovation-packed corridors of the ...

The Science of Gold’s Allure

Gold Came From Space — Not Earth

Trizzy Orozco

Imagine holding a gold ring and realizing that what glimmers in your palm was born in the heart of a dying star, billions of years before Earth even existed. It’s a mind-bending truth that every speck of gold, from the tiniest fleck in a riverbed to the largest nugget ever found, began its journey far ...

A model demonstrating human evolution.

The Most Shocking Human Evolution Discoveries of the Last Decade

Trizzy Orozco

Human evolution has always been a captivating field that bridges the past with the present. Over the last decade, groundbreaking discoveries have reshaped our understanding of how we, as a species, came to be. As we delve into these revelations, prepare to be amazed by the dynamic and often surprising journey of human evolution. Unveiling ...

Burnt tank sitting in the middle of a forest in Kyiv.

The Environmental Devastation of the Ukraine War: Millions of Acres of Forests Lost

Trizzy Orozco

The war in Ukraine, a conflict that has gripped international headlines, is often viewed through the lens of humanitarian impact and geopolitical shifts. However, another significant dimension of this tragedy is its grave impact on the environment, particularly the extensive loss of forest land. This loss not only affects Ukraine’s ecological balance but also has ...

Daintree Rainforest.

The Impact of Deforestation in Queensland’s Rainforests and Its Effect on Biodiversity

Trizzy Orozco

Deforestation is a significant global challenge with profound impacts on ecosystems, biodiversity, and climate stability. Nowhere is this more evident than in Queensland, Australia, where the rainforests, among the oldest on Earth, are facing unprecedented threats from human activities. These unique ecosystems, known for their rich biodiversity and ecological significance, are rapidly diminishing. This article ...

Levitation Through Magnetic Fields

6 NASA Facilities You Didn’t Know Were Scattered Across the U.S.

Trizzy Orozco

Picture this: somewhere off a quiet highway in Mississippi, a monstrous rocket engine rumbles to life, shaking the pine trees for miles around. In a nondescript Pennsylvania town, scientists probe the secrets of icy alien oceans. Not every NASA facility is a famous launch pad in Florida or a massive control room in Houston—some are ...

Captivating photo of a wild Asian elephant in Bandipur forests, Karnataka, India.

AI Technology: A New Frontier in Protecting Malaysia’s Elephants

Trizzy Orozco

In the dense forests and lush landscapes of Malaysia, majestic elephants roam, playing a crucial role in maintaining the ecosystem. However, these gentle giants face numerous threats, from habitat loss to poaching. As technology advances, a new hope emerges for the conservation of Malaysia’s elephants: Artificial Intelligence (AI). This article delves into how AI technology ...

Two crescents are seen in the night sky.

When Earth Had Two Moons: The Hypothesis That Just Won’t Die

Trizzy Orozco

Picture this: you step outside on a warm summer night, gaze up at the sky, and instead of the familiar solitary moon, you see two glowing orbs drifting across the heavens. It sounds like something out of a fantasy novel, but for decades, scientists and dreamers alike have been captivated by the possibility that our ...

Tunnel teleportation action.

The Weirdest Scientific Breakthroughs That Sound Like Science Fiction

Trizzy Orozco

Imagine a world where science fiction isn’t confined to the pages of a novel or the screen of a movie. It’s a reality, and it’s unfolding right before our eyes. In laboratories across the globe, scientists are pushing the boundaries of what we consider possible, with breakthroughs that seem to leap right out of a ...