Adrian Villellas

Adrián Villellas is a computer engineer and entrepreneur in digital marketing and ad tech. He has led projects in analytics, sustainable advertising, and new audience solutions. He also collaborates on scientific initiatives related to astronomy and space observation. He publishes in science, technology, and environmental media, where he brings complex topics and innovative advances to a wide audience.
Aerial view of Amsterdam Island, where five abandoned cattle formed a wild herd studied through preserved DNA

Five cows abandoned on a remote island in 1871 built a herd that survived for more than a century, and the twist is that DNA results later overturned what scientists assumed about how the animals adapted in isolation

June 11, 2026 at 7:51 AM
A dentist examining a patient's tooth with a probe and X-ray imaging visible on a monitor in the background.

The New York Times says you should get a second opinion before a cavity filling, since how often “needs drilling” depends on the dentist

June 11, 2026 at 7:45 AM
A shopper choosing to wait in a staffed checkout line with a cashier instead of using nearby empty self-checkout kiosks.

Psychology explains why some people still avoid self-checkout, and it has a lot less to do with technology than you might think

June 11, 2026 at 6:00 AM
Illustration showing social feedback and recognition, used alongside research on behavior, motivation, and healthy lifestyle habits that support heart health

A cardiologist shared the habits that protect heart health, and the most powerful ones look too simple to count until you see the data

June 10, 2026 at 6:00 PM
A person performing guided mobility exercises on a yoga mat to improve joint range of motion and reduce muscle stiffness.

I tried a 10-minute mobility workout a trainer has done for over 20 years, and the twist is why it feels small in the moment but shows up everywhere in how your body moves

June 9, 2026 at 6:00 PM
A pedestrian offering a friendly hand wave to a driver while crossing a busy city street.

Psychologists agree, people who wave thank you to a car when crossing the street aren’t just being polite

June 9, 2026 at 1:45 PM
Dental researcher studying bacterial communication in oral plaque to develop personalized treatments for gum inflammation

A personalized gum inflammation treatment claims results without antibiotics and without pain, and the twist is how targeted therapy is replacing blanket approaches

June 9, 2026 at 10:35 AM
A close-up of a horseshoe bat, identified in recent research as part of a lineage that warrants closer monitoring for viral epidemic potential.

Scientists identify a troubling bat, and some are already looking nervously at the next major epidemic

June 7, 2026 at 6:00 PM
A whole roasted beet being gently peeled with a knife to reveal a vibrant, nutrient-dense interior.

The way you cook beets can make a huge difference, and almost nobody is paying attention to it

June 7, 2026 at 12:30 PM
A whole tender cauliflower topped with creamy white sauce, crispy bacon bits, and fresh parsley, served as a classic Danish comfort dish.

The great-grandma favorite almost nobody cooks anymore is one of those dishes that refuses to disappear

June 7, 2026 at 6:00 AM
Cup of black coffee illustrating research on caffeine consumption and kidney health

Drinking coffee every day could be affecting your kidneys more than you realize

June 6, 2026 at 3:45 PM
A close-up of a person choosing between whole, fresh foods and processed snacks during a grocery shopping trip.

A nutrition expert breaks down the 5 truths about weight loss that most people don’t want to hear

June 5, 2026 at 3:45 PM
A close-up view of a perfectly cooked egg cut in half, showing a creamy, spreadable yolk and a firm white prepared using the periodic cooking method.

Science says the perfect egg may not take 10 minutes to cook, but 32

June 4, 2026 at 3:45 PM
A close-up study of a heart-nosed bat in East Africa, a species recently linked to coronaviruses capable of targeting human cell receptors.

Scientists identify a bat that may be closer to a future epidemic than anyone would like to think

June 4, 2026 at 6:00 AM
Artistic representation of Heraclitus and the flowing river metaphor that symbolizes constant change and transformation

Heraclitus, pre-Socratic philosopher: “Nothing is permanent except change”

June 3, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Person avoiding direct eye contact during a conversation, illustrating psychological research on communication and social behavior

Psychology is taking a closer look at one uncomfortable habit: what it could mean when someone won’t make eye contact

June 3, 2026 at 1:45 PM
An older adult using safety grab bars in a bright, modern, and accessible walk-in shower.

After 65, showering every day may not be as healthy as you’ve been led to believe

June 3, 2026 at 7:45 AM
A colorful assortment of fresh citrus fruits, red bell peppers, yogurt, leafy greens, and salmon on a kitchen table.

These 5 foods may be outshining garlic when it comes to boosting your immune system

June 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Shopping cart parked neatly beside a sidewalk barrier on a city street

Psychology suggests that people who move a shopping cart out of the aisle without being asked are not only more polite, but have often developed a subtle form of social awareness that allows them to sense tension even before others point it out

June 1, 2026 at 4:25 AM
Place, store, bananas

Neither in the fridge nor in the pantry: the place to store bananas and keep them from turning brown

May 30, 2026 at 1:08 PM
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