Antonella Autino is Programme Coordinator at the PRIMA Foundation, the Euro-Mediterranean partnership for research and innovation promoting sustainable solutions for the Mediterranean region.

She has been involved in PRIMA since its preparatory phase and has contributed to its establishment, implementation, and strategic development. In her current role, she supports the coordination of the partnership’s activities in close cooperation with its Participating States, European Commission, and the wider research and innovation community.

Antonella holds a PhD in Environmental Sciences. Her professional background combines scientific research with extensive experience in European research and innovation cooperation, with a particular focus on sustainability, international partnerships, and Euro-Mediterranean collaboration.