Laura Pani

Laura Pani is Full Professor of Latin Palaeography at the University of Udine's Department of Humanities and Cultural Heritage, where she has served since 1994. She coordinates modules on Palaeography, Codicology, and Diplomatics, previously for the Faculty of Humanities (now split into multiple degree programs).

Her research focuses on

• Carolingian manuscript studies
• Medieval book production during epidemics
• Latin diplomatics
• Manuscript transmission across the Eastern Alps

Lately, she has explored 20th-century manuscript distribution networks and paleographic education in Italy. Her 2022 paper on Lothar's manuscripts and 2021 work on lay scribes remain particularly influential.

Prof. Pani contributes to the Chartae Latinae Antiquiores series and maintains active involvement in manuscript conservation and education initiatives.