Karla Pinto awarded for cannabinoid veterinary medicine research

Karla Pinto, a veterinarian and doctoral student in Veterinary Sciences at the University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro (UTAD), has been awarded the CannaPortugal Global Cannabis Award 2026. The distinction recognizes her professional and scientific contributions to the field of cannabinoid veterinary medicine.

As a member of the Center for Animal and Veterinary Science (CECAV-UTAD), Pinto’s doctoral research focuses on medicinal cannabis, phytocannabinoids, and the endocannabinoid system. She noted that the award represents a recognition of her efforts to bridge clinical practice, training, and scientific research in this emerging field.

The CannaPortugal Global Cannabis Awards, established in 2022, honor individuals, companies, and projects that advance the understanding of cannabis across sectors such as science, health, sustainability, and human rights. The award will be presented during the TransAtlantic Celebration of Industrial Hemp & Medical Cannabis 2026, scheduled for October 16–17 in São Miguel, Azores.