Born in Rivoli in 1977, Barbara lives in Turin with her husband Mario and their two children. Barbara and her family attend the Azione Biblica church in Turin.
Having graduated in Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Technology and completed a PhD in Biochemistry and Cellular Biotechnology, Barbara works in the research laboratory of the Department of Oncology at the University of Turin.
Barbara was part of GBU whilst studying at university and has been a member of the National Board since 2014.