Maria Bertuzzi

Background

About Maria Bertuzzi

I am an adaptable and driven scientist with a PhD in Functional and Structural Genomics and over a decade of experience in neurobiology, currently specializing in spinal cord regeneration and neural circuit dynamics using the zebrafish model. My core strengths lie in single-cell sequencing, imaging, and functional circuit mapping, and I’m deeply interested in integrating AI into experimental biology—for data analysis, hypothesis generation, and accelerating discovery. I believe that combining experimental depth with computational tools is key to the future of neuroscience and regenerative medicine. I value autonomy in my workflow and am equally passionate about open collaboration, whether in cross-disciplinary teams or international research networks. With a strong background in science communication and community engagement, I enjoy making complex research accessible and meaningful to others. Italian is my native language, and I speak English fluently in both professional and family settings. I also speak Swedish and have a working knowledge of several other languages, which helps me thrive in diverse, international environments.