Adrian Villalobos

Science Educator | Physics & Astronomy Expert

Adrian Villalobos is an adjunct professor of physics and astronomy based in Los Angeles, CA. They also have experience working in many scientific fields like biology, computer science, pure mathematics, and more!If you're looking for a highly personable scientist who can apply all forms of science into what you're hoping to achieve (like software development, science communication, and even fictional world-building,) feel free to reach out to me using the buttons below!

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About

Adrian Villalobos grew up in a small town in Puerto Rico in the late '90s. Their passion for the sciences began by reading as many science books as possible in their local library as a child. However, their talent for physics and mathematics got them all the way from an undergraduate program at the University of Puerto Rico to teaching physics and astronomy at various colleges in the Greater Los Angeles area since 2018.They're a firm believer that complex physical concepts like quantum mechanics and theoretical astrophysics can be explained to a lay audience. And as a queer person who grew up with limited access to resources, they are deeply invested in aiding people from underrepresented groups participate in STEM programs and activities.They love watching independent films with their wife and playing videogames. They are also a videogame developer with a growing portfolio of indie games they've worked on!

Adrian Villalobos

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All Research

Illinois Institute of Technology

Computed shifts in structure and free energy for solvated DNA structures by simulating molecular dynamics using NAMD and AMBER software packages under advisors Dr. Jeff Wereszczynski and Dr. Francisco Rodriguez-Ropero.

National Institute of Informatics

Researched a survey of QKD protocols for quantum secret sharing using the Greenberger-Horne-Zeilinger state under advisors Dr. Kae Nemoto and Dr. William Munro.

University of Notre Dame

Modeled the feedback flow of a galaxy by running software of my own design that solves a generalized form of the Navier-Stokes equations under advisor Lara Phillips, PhD.

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Developed predator-prey models for Daphnia magna that implement influences from predators as well as parasites/illness under advisors Zoi Rapti, PhD, and Carla Cáceres, PhD.

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Mt. San Antonio College

Prepared and administered introductory astronomy lectures and labs on astronomical instrumentation, spectra analysis and cosmology in a classroom setting as well as through field trips, planetarium shows, and exhibits.

Prepared and administered lectures and labs for conceptual physics courses and algebra-based physics courses.

Handled physics / physical science tutoring at the STEM Center.

Chaffey College

Teaching introductory college physics courses and laboratories directed towards physical science and engineering majors, life science majors, and especially non-science majors.

Designed and managed workshop activities, directed learning activities, tutoring, and planning for the STEM Success Center.

Santa Monica College

Taught introductory astronomy courses on astronomical history and instrumentation focused on stellar formations and cosmology.

Norco College

Taught introductory physics and physical science courses for students fulfilling their respective science requirements.

Adrian Villalobos, M.Sc.

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Physics Research

Illinois Institute of Technology

Computed shifts in structure and free energy for solvated DNA structures by simulating molecular dynamics using NAMD and AMBER software packages under advisors Dr. Jeff Wereszczynski and Dr. Francisco Rodriguez-Ropero.

National Institute of Informatics

Researched a survey of QKD protocols for quantum secret sharing using the Greenberger-Horne-Zeilinger state under advisors Dr. Kae Nemoto and Dr. William Munro.

University of Notre Dame

Modeled the feedback flow of a galaxy by running software of my own design that solves a generalized form of the Navier-Stokes equations under advisor Lara Phillips, PhD.

Physics Teaching

Mt. San Antonio College

Prepared and administered lectures and labs for conceptual physics courses and algebra-based physics courses.

Handled physics / physical science tutoring at the STEM Center.

Chaffey College

Teaching introductory college physics courses and laboratories directed towards physical science and engineering majors, life science majors, and especially non-science majors.

Designed and managed workshop activities, directed learning activities, tutoring, and planning for the STEM Success Center.

Norco College

Taught introductory physics and physical science courses for students fulfilling their respective science requirements.

Adrian Villalobos, M.Sc.

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Astronomy Skills

Astronomy Research

University of Notre Dame

Modeled the feedback flow of a galaxy by running software of my own design that solves a generalized form of the Navier-Stokes equations under advisor Lara Phillips, PhD.

Astronomy Teaching

Mt. San Antonio College

Prepared and administered introductory astronomy lectures and labs on astronomical instrumentation, spectra analysis and cosmology in a classroom setting as well as through field trips, planetarium shows, and exhibits.

Handled physics / physical science tutoring at the STEM Center.

Santa Monica College

Taught introductory astronomy courses on astronomical history and instrumentation focused on stellar formations and cosmology.

Norco College

Taught introductory physics and physical science courses for students fulfilling their respective science requirements.

Adrian Villalobos, M.Sc.

(They/Them/Theirs)

Computer Science Skills

Computer Science Projects

Computer Science Research

Illinois Institute of Technology

Computed shifts in structure and free energy for solvated DNA structures by simulating molecular dynamics using NAMD and AMBER software packages under advisors Dr. Jeff Wereszczynski and Dr. Francisco Rodriguez-Ropero.

National Institute of Informatics

Researched a survey of QKD protocols for quantum secret sharing using the Greenberger-Horne-Zeilinger state under advisors Dr. Kae Nemoto and Dr. William Munro.

University of Notre Dame

Modeled the feedback flow of a galaxy by running software of my own design that solves a generalized form of the Navier-Stokes equations under advisor Lara Phillips, PhD.