Scientist and environmentalist, committed to the protection of Venice and its territory. Her research ranges from environmental assessment, climate change and the strengthening of links between science and sustainable policies.
The awards began in 1981 with the Masi Civiltà Veneta Prize, given to personalities who had their origins in the Venetian territories or with venetian family or venetian by adoption, and who had distinguished themselves in the fields of literature, art, journalism, science, the performing arts and business.