Since 2023, I have been the Executive Director of CIVG—Vasco da Gama Research Center, leading research coordination, project management, and strategic collaborations. My academic background includes a degree in Biology (2001), an MSc in Ecology (2003), and a PhD in Biology (2010) from the University of Coimbra, where I worked as a postdoctoral researcher (2011–2018) and assistant researcher (2019–2023). From 2016 to 2023, I played a key role in establishing and developing the MAREFOZ Laboratory: MARE-UC, combining research with science management by leading projects, securing funding, and fostering collaboration between academia, industry, and society. My research focuses on marine and coastal ecosystems, particularly macroinvertebrate communities, conservation, and ecosystem management. This work has resulted in an H-index of 14, over 850 citations, and involvement in 14 R&D projects, 15 applied science projects, and 5 outreach initiatives, funded by national and international programs. Beyond research, I have extensive experience in project management, funding applications, and science communication, ensuring research has both scientific and societal impact. I am particularly focused on integrating ecology, public health, and veterinary sciences within the One Health framework, promoting interdisciplinary collaboration to address ecosystem, human, and animal health challenges. My goal is to bridge scientific research with effective management and dissemination, maximizing its impact on both the scientific community and society.