Dr. Giulia Leonelli

Biography

Giulia Leonelli is an Assistant Professor at the London School of Economics, specializing in law with a focus on climate change, environmental law, and trade law. She joined LSE in September 2023 after serving as a Lecturer in Law at Birkbeck, University of London and a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Transnational Law Institute, King’s College London. Her significant contributions are documented in prominent academic journals including the Journal of International Economic Law and the World Trade Review. Her ongoing research projects delve into climate litigation and the political dynamics surrounding the net-zero transition. She has been active in providing evidence to various UK government committees, notably regarding the UK's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) and its implications for food safety and environmental standards. Leonelli has received recognition for her academic work, including the Elsevier Prize for Outstanding Doctoral Work in 2018 for her PhD thesis at King’s College London. Her publications include insightful analyses on environmental regulation, trade law, and governance of genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Additionally, she is a member of the Trade and Public Policy Network, contributing to discussions on sustainable trade practices and public health considerations. Her engagement with UK governmental inquiries highlights her commitment to influencing policy within her areas of expertise.

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