Ana Maria Aço Monteiro Pintão is an Adjunct Professor at Instituto Universitário Egas Moniz, where she contributes to teaching and research in plant-based sciences. She earned her Master’s degree in Plant Biology from the University of Lisbon, building a strong academic foundation in botanical and life sciences. Her academic career focuses on the scientific investigation of medicinal plants and their traditional uses. She has a particular interest in ethnopharmacology, exploring how different cultures use plants for healing purposes. Her work also emphasizes pharmacognosy, studying the chemical properties and therapeutic potential of natural plant compounds. Through her research, she supports the validation of traditional knowledge using modern scientific methods. She is involved in mentoring students and guiding research projects in natural products. Her teaching promotes the sustainable and evidence-based use of medicinal flora. She collaborates with academic peers in interdisciplinary plant research. Overall, her professional efforts aim to advance knowledge on medicinal plants and their applications in health and science.