Laura Zanotti

Laura Zanotti is a Professor in the Department of Political Science at Virginia Tech's College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences. Her work bridges critical political theory, international ethics, and UN peacekeeping operations.

Her research explores the intersection of quantum physics' entangled ontology with international relations theory, emphasizing ethical responsibility and global governance. She has also analyzed democratization processes through Foucauldian frameworks in post-conflict settings like Haiti and Croatia.

Notable publications include:

• Ontological Entanglements, Agency and Ethics in International Relations (2019) - Investigates quantum-inspired reconceptualizations of agency.
• Governing Disorder (2011) - Examines UN peace operations' political imaginary.

She has received prestigious fellowships, including a Jean Monnet Fellowship at the European University Institute.