Acknowledgments

Journal UMinho Science (JUS) has become what it is today thanks to the effort and dedication of many people. We are deeply grateful to everyone who has been part of our journey.

Each member who contributed with their talent and hard work deserves our recognition and appreciation:

Advisory Committee: professor Hernâni Gerós;

Editorial Committee: Andreia Breia, Beatriz Santos, Gabriel Quantin, Inês Barbosa, Inês Tavares, Nuno Figueira;

Publicity Committee: Beatriz Ferreira, Diana Alves, Mara Costa, Maria Martins, Tomás Gonçalves, Verónica Silva;

Ethical Committee: Inês Neves, Rita Santos, Tayane Fontes;

Graphic Review Commitee: Daniel Vasconcelos, Inês Castro.