Laura Maragna holds a bachelor's degree in International Relations, complemented by postgraduate qualifications in Political Science and Environmental Science Management. Her career spans diplomatic missions, UN agencies, and environmental organisations, showcasing her expertise in international collaboration. In 2014, she joined the EU Joint Research Centre at the EU Delegation to Brazil, managing various projects. From 2016 to 2021, she served at DG R&I within the EU Delegation, and in 2022, she became the EU4Algae project manager at EurA. Laura is recognised for her contributions to environmental initiatives and international partnerships.