https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3155-1361 Cristina López-Tinoco, MD, PhD, is a Full Professor of Endocrinology, Metabolism and Nutrition at the University of Cádiz (Spain) and a specialist in Endocrinology and Nutrition. Her research focuses on metabolic disorders during and after pregnancy, particularly gestational and pregestational diabetes mellitus and the risk of progression to type 2 diabetes. She has led competitive research projects investigating molecular biomarkers and microRNA profiles associated with insulin resistance and cardiometabolic complications after gestational diabetes. Dr. López-Tinoco has authored numerous publications in high-impact journals in endocrinology, metabolism, and reproductive medicine. She actively participates as a reviewer for international journals and supervises doctoral theses and postgraduate research in diabetes and pregnancy. Her academic and clinical career integrates patient care, teaching, and translational research aimed at improving metabolic and maternal outcomes.