António Francisco Ambrósio holds a Ph.D. in cell biology (neuroscience) (2000) from the University of Coimbra. He is a coordinator–investigator (full professor) in the Faculty of Medicine, University of Coimbra (FMUC), and has been deeply involved in postgraduation activities at FMUC. He was also granted the prestigious award 'Prémio Mantero Belard—Prémios Santa Casa Neurociências' in 2015. His main scientific interests are focused on retinal degenerative diseases; namely, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, and age-related macular degeneration. More specifically, he is interested in elucidating the mechanisms underlying retinal dysfunction and degeneration, paying particular attention to the role played by neuroinflammation mediated by microglia. He is also interested in identifying new drug targets and developing therapies for these diseases.