Elena Lara

Elena Lara is an experienced professional in animal welfare and food systems policy, currently serving as the EU Senior Science Policy Advisor at Compassion in World Farming since September 2018. Elena has held various roles within the organization, including Senior Research and Public Affairs Advisor, Research Manager for Fish, and Research Officer. Prior to this, Elena contributed as a Postdoctoral Researcher at CSIC and ICALP, focusing on the welfare of animals in veterinary schools and farming. Earlier experiences include an internship at Fundación FAADA, a Marie Curie Postdoctoral Researcher position at ISMAR - CNR Venezia, and a clinical trial monitor role at IMS Health. Elena holds a PhD in Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography from Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and is currently pursuing a degree in Planetary Health at Universitat Oberta de Catalunya. Additional academic achievements include a Master’s degree in Animal Rights and Society and various qualifications in oceanography and biology.