Marta Colosio

Background: Marta Colosio is an Italian postdoctoral researcher at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, where her research focuses on neuromuscular function and performance fatigability across sexes, aging, and metabolic disease. Her academic journey began with undergraduate and master’s studies in sport science, driven by a strong interest in understanding the physiological foundations of exercise responses. During her PhD in Translational Medicine at the University of Milan, she investigated the metabolic and neuromuscular determinants of performance fatigability across different exercise modalities in health, aging, and disease. This translational and multidisciplinary approach allowed her to develop expertise in muscle physiology, biology, and biotechnology. Currently, her research aims to bridge whole-body physiological responses with underlying cellular and molecular mechanisms to better understand muscle function and exercise intolerance.

Career Development: Marta is passionate about strengthening the postdoctoral community and ensuring that postdoctoral researchers have the resources and opportunities they need to thrive. Her involvement in the Career Development section reflects her commitment to advocating for postdoctoral scholars, expanding professional development and leadership opportunities, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and mentorship, and improving communication between postdocs and university leadership. She hopes to contribute to a supportive and collaborative environment that empowers postdoctoral researchers to grow professionally and succeed in their careers.