Laura Sanna

Bio

Laura Sanna is a PhD candidate in Energy and Nuclear Science and Technology at the Politecnico di Milano. Her research focuses on advanced nuclear energy systems, including the development of innovative materials for next-generation reactor technologies and their role in the transition to low-carbon energy. She is Treasurer of Women in Nuclear Italy (WiN Italy) and was awarded the NEST Fellow of the Year 2025 by the Nuclear Energy Agency under the Nuclear Education, Skills and Technology (NEST).

• Visiting Scientist

  Joint Research Center of the European Commission - Full-time From November 2025 to December 2025

  Conducted research on advanced materials for nuclear applications using cutting-edge characterization techniques.rnWorked on the analysis of protective coatings under extreme conditions, contributing to the understanding of their performance and reliability.rnCollaborated in an international research environment, supporting experimental activities and data interpretation.

• Master's degree in Nuclear Engineering

  Polytechnic Institute of Milan From September 2022 to December 2024

• PhD in Energy and Nuclear Science and Technology

  Polytechnic Institute of Milan Issued December 2022

• English
• Italian

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