Portfolio of projects completed in Blender 3D
A profile of projects completed in the free 3D rendering and animation software Blender, all of which were done with self-taught skills.
Nick Oakes - Science & Science Fiction Writer
I am an up-and-coming science and sci-fi writer who aspires to tell stories that are emotionally moving, intellectually engaging, and which capture the imaginations of readers of all backgrounds
About Me
I grew up in Indianapolis, IN, and attended the Indy branch campus of Indiana University from 2014-2018, earning a Bachelor of Arts in English with a focus in Film and minor in Creative Writing. I am now pursuing a Master of Arts in Science Writing through Johns Hopkins University, and am interning as a Science Writer at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, MD
How I Work
I set myself to my goals with devotion and panache, and am known to spill out tens of thousands of words when the inspiration strikes. I enjoy researching stories, and building up the lore of my sci-fi narratives, almost as much as I love the writing itself
My Ethos
"The best preparation for good work tomorrow is to do good work today"
- Elbert Hubbard
Get in Touch
Email Contact:
ncoakes098@gmail.com
OR
noakes1@jh.edu
My Work - Writing, Graphic Design, and more...
A quantum material could be the future of high-energy X-ray imaging and particle detection
Scintillators are detectors that make high-energy X-rays or particles visible through flashes of light to form an image. Their many applications include particle physics, medical imaging, X-ray security and more.
Elam named as a Fellow of the Electrochemical Society
Jeffrey Elam, senior chemist, Distinguished Fellow, and founder of the atomic layer deposition (ALD) research program at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Argonne National Laboratory, was named as a fellow of the Electrochemical Society (ECS).
Six ways that Argonne leads the way in hydropower
As the world moves towards renewable energy sources in pursuit of decarbonization, one of the principal methods being implemented is hydropower, and the Department of Energy's Argonne National Laboratory is at the forefront of this promising field.
Blasting Off to the Future of Physics Education at WashU
Students from this summer's Intro to Physics course recently held the annual Water Rocket Competition, a capstone event fit to bring together a semester of hands-on learning orchestrated by innovative instructor Reza Khanbabaie.
New Routes to Josephson Effects in Bose-Einstein Condensates
Superconductors and superfluids lose nearly all of their resistance to electricity when chilled down to temperatures approaching Absolute Zero, and new research has devised a novel way to induce this effect in exotic matter.
Quantum Advantage: Building 'Time-Traveling' Quantum Sensors
Science tells us that going back in time is a no-go. But what if scientists could leverage the advantages of quantum physics to uncover data about complex systems that happened in the past? New research indicates that this premise may not be that far-fetched.
Scientists find new way to enhance durability of lithium batteries | Argonne National Laboratory
Scientists find new way to enhance durability of lithium batteries, as new nickel-rich cathodes could allow batteries to store more energy | (Co-authored by Jared Sagoff)
Seidel Recognized as Outstanding WashU Faculty
Professor of Physics Alexander Seidel was recently recognized with one of the 2024 Outstanding Staff and Faculty awards at Washington University in St. Louis.
Okawa selected for URA fellowship at Fermilab
As the academic year winds down at Washington University in St. Louis, doctoral student Takuya Okawa of the Department of Physics has been selected for a research fellowship at Fermilab.
Kapoor selected for Lindau Nobel Laureate conference
Yashika Kapoor, a doctoral student in the Washington University Department of Physics, has been selected to participate in the 73rd annual Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting.
Physics student Brodie selected for prestigious DOE program
Liam Brodie, a Washington University graduate student working with Professor of Physics Mark Alford, has been selected to participate in the Department of Energy’s Office of Science Graduate Student Research (SCGSR) program.
New study shows renewable energy could work as power source at the Amundsen-Scott South Pole Station | Argonne National Laboratory
A recent analysis shows that renewable energy could be a viable alternative to diesel fuel for science at the South Pole. The analysis deeply explores the feasibility of replacing part of the energy production at the South Pole with renewable sources.
How NASA Uses Simple Technology to Track Lunar Missions
NASA is using a simple but effective technology called Laser Retroreflective Arrays (LRAs) as part of its Commercial Lunar Payload Service (CLPS) initiative to determine the locations of lunar landers more accurately.
NASA to Study Effects of Radio Noise on Lunar Science
An overview of an instrument aboard the Intuitive Machines-1 mission, which is part of NASA's Commercial Lunar Payload Service (CLPS) that aims to make lunar missions more routine by offloading the costs to commercial partners
Exoplanet WASP-69 b is trailed by a 350,000-mile-long tail
One hundred and sixty light-years from Earth, an exoplanet orbits the star WASP-69. Astronomers have just confirmed that the blazing-hot world is trailed by a 350,000-mile-long (563,000 kilometers) gaseous tail.
Hubble measurement reveals another super-Earth, hot enough to cook a pizza
Gives an overview of the recent discovery of an Earth-sized exoplanet using data from the TESS mission and in collaboration with scientists on the Hubble mission team.
How do comets get their names?
Explains the history of naming conventions for comets, and gives examples of the different categories to illustrate how these conventions are presented.
Why Titan should be on humanity's must-visit list | Astronomy.com
When it comes to worlds for humans to visit, Titan may not naturally jump to the top of any travel agency’s list. But Titan has advantages for astronauts looking for a long-term getaway.
Overview of the Dragonfly mission to Titan
Brief video giving an overview of the upcoming Dragonfly mission to Saturn's largest moon, Titan
Scientists found CO2 on Europa. Here’s why it’s important
In September 2023, two teams of scientists using the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) discovered carbon dioxide on the surface of Jupiter’s icy moon Europa. Here's why this is important.
Will humans ever go to Mars? | Astronomy.com
An overview of the human fascination with Mars, and the ways in which this may pertain to our eventual presence on the Red Planet
How Data from a NASA Lunar Orbiter is Preparing Artemis Astronauts
As astronauts prepare to head back to the Moon for the first time since 1972, they have been trained on how to identify landmarks, spot geological features, and help mark areas of interest for future landings, all using data gathered by NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter.
A brief history of exoplanets | Astronomy.com
Since the 1990s, scientists have discovered more than 5,000 planets circling other stars. But what exactly do we know about these distant alien worlds?
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