Dr. Frank Moraes holds a PhD in Atmospheric Physics, with published research on trace gas emissions from permafrost regions and climate modelling. A former college physics lecturer, Frank brings rigorous analytical methodology to his writing on commodities, energy markets, and cryptocurrency. He has spent over 25 years as a technology and business writer, contributing to publications across the financial and tech sectors. At Commodity.com, Frank covers commodity trading fundamentals, precious metals analysis, and the US economy.
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