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.
Knee X-ray showing joint wear, cartilage loss, and signs commonly linked to osteoarthritis

Stanford University has identified a protein linked to ageing, 15-PGDH, which appears to hinder cartilage repair; by inhibiting it, ‘worn-out’ knees regain their thickness and function, marking a preliminary but significant step in the fight against osteoarthritis

By Adrian Villellas
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May 24, 2026 at 5:44 AM
Aerial view of an open-pit mine illustrating South Korea’s newly confirmed illite deposit in Yeongdong

South Korea has confirmed the existence of the largest known deposit of illite—a type of clay used in batteries, cosmetics, and oil drilling—under Yeongdong, with reserves of 104.5 million tons, leaving China far behind

By Adrian Villellas
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May 22, 2026 at 2:20 PM
Female and male paper figures on a split pink and blue background, illustrating gender differences in emotional perception

A quote from an FBI-trained negotiator on women and emotional perception: “Women are light-years ahead of us”

By Adrian Villellas
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May 22, 2026 at 10:30 AM
Person walking up outdoor stone steps in running shoes, illustrating the daily step counts linked to better Alzheimer’s protection.

Not 10,000 steps or extreme workouts: the exact number of daily steps associated with better protection against Alzheimer’s

By Adrian Villellas
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May 20, 2026 at 8:21 AM
Psychology suggests that when a woman decides to go out without makeup, it doesn’t necessarily mean she’s “neglecting” herself; it’s often a choice between comfort and authenticity, on the one hand, and the exhaustion that comes from conforming to beauty standards that others continue to confuse with self-worth, on the other

Psychology suggests that when a woman decides to go out without makeup, it doesn’t necessarily mean she’s “neglecting” herself; it’s often a choice between comfort and authenticity, on the one hand, and the exhaustion that comes from conforming to beauty standards that others continue to confuse with self-worth, on the other

By Adrian Villellas
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May 20, 2026 at 5:02 AM
NYC runner plogging, picking up litter with a glove and trash bag during an outdoor run

In New York, plogging has gone from being a novelty to becoming a pre-race ritual: you run, pick up trash, and head home after getting a good cardio workout and leaving the city visibly cleaner

By Adrian Villellas
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May 19, 2026 at 4:27 PM
Two GLP-1 injection pens on a wooden surface, illustrating semaglutide-style weight loss medication dosing.

GLP-1 injections may seem like a lifelong commitment, but a case series at Scripps suggests that, after reaching a plateau, some patients maintained their results by spacing out their doses of semaglutide or tirzepatide to every two weeks or longer

By Adrian Villellas
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May 19, 2026 at 2:38 PM
Close-up of a cat with its mouth open, highlighting the risk of cat-scratch transmission of Sporothrix brasiliensis to humans.

Confirmed | The fungus that spreads through scratches from infected cats and can be transmitted to humans

By Adrian Villellas
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May 19, 2026 at 12:43 PM
Black-and-white photo of children in a snowy street building a snowman, reflecting independent 1960s-style childhood play

If you grew up in the 1960s, you might remember being told to stop crying, go outside, and “work it out” on your own. A recent report argues that this hands-off style did not just make people “tough” it built a specific kind of resilience that is getting harder to find today.

By Adrian Villellas
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May 19, 2026 at 10:14 AM
Intermittent fasting concept with a clock on a dinner plate and hands holding fork and knife

Intermittent fasting isn’t the magic trick many headlines imply, because a BMJ review of 6,582 participants found weight loss was small and similar to classic calorie restriction, and even the “winner” only separated by about 2.8 pounds on average

By Adrian Villellas
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May 19, 2026 at 5:56 AM
Paddy Claffey, 104, smiles at home wearing a flat cap and gray sweater in County Offaly, Ireland.

At 104, Paddy Claffey still lives at home in rural County Offaly, and he credits his longevity to hard work, a good appetite, never drinking alcohol, and quitting smoking at 45, a simple list that cuts through the wellness noise

By Adrian Villellas
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May 18, 2026 at 3:39 PM
Woman looking over her shoulder while backing into a parking space, illustrating research on reverse parking and safety

Psychology suggests that people who park in reverse aren’t necessarily more successful; in many cases, they’ve simply developed a practical way of anticipating situations that reduces risks without turning that habit into a secret test of character

By Adrian Villellas
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May 18, 2026 at 9:06 AM
Yellow boots at a crosswalk as a pedestrian pauses before crossing, symbolizing a quick thank-you gesture and mindfulness.

Psychology suggests that people who make a small gesture of gratitude when crossing a crosswalk are not only being polite, but are often practicing a simple, everyday form of empathy, mindfulness, and connection that can help alleviate the stress of the moment

By Adrian Villellas
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May 18, 2026 at 6:40 AM
Before and after view of gray roots and darker hair after a coffee rinse for temporary gray hair coverage

The “cheap and quick” coffee trick that covers gray hair in 20–30 minutes… but there’s a biological detail no one tells you about

By Adrian Villellas
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May 16, 2026 at 4:20 PM
A glass of orange juice beside fresh oranges, illustrating a study comparing 100% orange juice with a sugary drink.

The experiment that challenges the idea that “sugar is just sugar”: 300 ml of orange juice versus a sugary drink… and, 15 minutes later, the body told a very different story

By Adrian Villellas
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May 16, 2026 at 2:43 PM
Person writing in a paper planner to organize appointments and support memory

Psychology suggests that people who continue to use a paper planner or calendar aren’t necessarily less tech-savvy; rather, they often rely on a more practical and deliberate way of organizing their time that can help the brain remember things better

By Adrian Villellas
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May 16, 2026 at 12:37 PM
The ancient “liquid gold” is back in vogue as science explores olive oil’s surprising benefits for long-term health.

The “oil of antiquity” that’s back in vogue today: olive oil, which the Romans valued as highly as gold… but which may have an effect few would expect

By Adrian Villellas
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May 16, 2026 at 10:22 AM
Balanced breakfast with eggs, oats, fruit, and nuts to support muscle recovery after overnight fasting

The “empty” breakfast that’s harming your muscles without you realizing it, and why the first mistake is usually made within the first 10 minutes of the day

By Adrian Villellas
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May 16, 2026 at 8:23 AM
Woman holding a plank on an exercise mat to strengthen core, glutes, and shoulders

The “3-minute plank” that went viral on social media is exactly the same mistake that trainers have been trying to debunk for decades: there’s a much shorter time interval (between 15 and 30 seconds) that changes everything… and almost no one does it right

By Adrian Villellas
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May 16, 2026 at 6:08 AM
Blue pen on an open notebook, illustrating handwritten notes and focused attention during a meeting

Psychology suggests that people who show up to a meeting with a notebook and a pen aren’t necessarily disengaged; they are often engaging in a more demanding form of attention that forces the brain to listen, filter, and think, while others simply take notes

By Adrian Villellas
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May 15, 2026 at 6:44 PM
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