Membership

The Network

ALBA represents a global diverse network of individual neuroscientists who are involved in research, education, communication and advocacy, and are committed to supporting and advocating for actions and policies that foster diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in brain sciences across the globe. We currently have 1890 individual members from 91 countries.

Become a member

Register as an ALBA Network member for free! As a member, you can

  • Help shape ALBA's priorities and goals
  • Drive initiatives as an ALBA Volunteer
  • Receive regular updates on ALBA activities and events
  • Have access to DEI skills and advocacy training workshops
  • Engage with the ALBA Team at the General Assembly
  • Elect the members of our Board of Directors

Search our membership database

Browse through the ALBA members to find a speaker for your next
conference, a mentor for guidance, an expert for a new project or to simply network.

Gender
Position
Country

Angeliki
Lorents

Other at IBRO
Belgium Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
I joined ALBA because :
I would like to receive newsletters.

Alice
Louail

Postdoctoral fellow at Achucarro Basque Center for Neuroscience
Spain Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
Surgery
I joined ALBA because :
I join ALBA Network because I believe their is a unbalanced gender representation in higher level positions in general.
I hope that these type of networks can help override this bias

Karine
Loulier

Lab/Research director at INSERM / University of Montpellier
France Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
Why are you joining ALBA?” : “Convinced that a diverse and inclusive science is paramount, that we all still have progress to make to reach this ideal, and that together we will go further faster, I joined the ALBA network because I share the values its members uphold and wish to contribute to building together a caring and fulfilling environment essential to first-rate, rigorous, reproducible and high-impact research for the neuroscience community that will ultimately benefit society as a whole.

Camila
Loureiro

Professor or equivalent position at School of Nursing, University of São Paulo
Brazil Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Genetic models and techniques
Molecular approaches
Other
Epigenetic (DNA methylation)
I joined ALBA because :
Brazil is a country that shows a lack of resources for research, making it challenging to perform projects and also reflecting a deficiency in building capacity. Therefore, there is a need to train more researchers to provide autonomy to analyze their data. Language difficulties can be an obstacle to learning, so courses in our language or with translation would be a pronounced help. Some regions of Brazil are also socioeconomically disadvantaged, which makes research almost incipient in these regions. Teaching researchers how to raise funds and conduct external collaborations would be essential. ALBA will support the goals of advancing inclusivity and promoting diversity in science, encouraging diverse perspectives in brain science and supporting equity to contribute to important scientific discoveries in neuroscience. So, joining ALBA would be an excellent way to contribute to these efforts to promote a more equitable and diverse global scientific community.

Siegrid
Löwel

Department head at University of Göttingen
Germany Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Circuit neuroscience
Sensory systems neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Electrophysiology (channels)
Imaging (microscopy)
In vivo monitoring
Molecular approaches
Optical methods
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
I'd like to support Alba's mission

Laura Belén
Lucas

Professor or equivalent position at Universidad de Morón
Argentina Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Other
Bioenergía renovable
Biophysics
I joined ALBA because :
Concuerdo totalmente con la misión que ALBA propone.

Stina
Lundberg

Postdoctoral fellow at Uppsala University
Sweden Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Data analysis and statistics
Genetic models and techniques
Pharmacology
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
I believe in the mission and the importance of it

Alice
Luo Clayton

Program manager/Administrator at Coalition for Aligning Science
United States Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Computational neuroscience and modeling
Disorders of the nervous system
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Electrophysiology (slow waves)
Electrophysiology (synaptic physiology)
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
Genetic models and techniques
Imaging (microscopy)
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
Therapeutic techniques

Laura
Luyten

Postdoctoral fellow at KU Leuven
Belgium Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Pharmacology
Species : vertebrate
Therapeutic techniques
I joined ALBA because :
I think it is important to support girls/women (or other underrepresented groups) in science. I have personally experienced that not everyone is equal yet.

Divya
M S

Research/Staff scientist at Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology
India Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neurogeneration and repair
Neuroscience of aging
Cell and tissue transplantation
Cell culture
Genetic models and techniques
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
I joined ALBA because :
As a neuro stem cell researcher, I am deeply driven by both the scientific potential of this field to unlock mysteries of the brain and the social imperative to ensure everyone has access to its advancements. The ALBA Network resonates with both these passions, making it a perfect fit for my professional aspirations. Joining ALBA is not just about advancing my research, but about becoming part of a larger movement for a more just and impactful brain science. I am confident that my skills, expertise, and passion for equity align perfectly with ALBA's mission and am happy to join such a great community.

Ana
Machado

Postdoctoral fellow at Champalimaud Foundation
Portugal Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Computational neuroscience and modeling
Disorders of the nervous system
Motor systems neuroscience
Neuroengineering and robotics
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Biophysics
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Optical methods
Species : vertebrate

Heather
Macpherson

Graduate student at Queensland Brain Institute
Australia
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
I am joining Alba because I would like to share my experience to help other neuroscientists and be involved in networking, recognition, awareness and advocacy.

Anjana
Madhavan

Other at University of Trento
Italy Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
I joined ALBA because :
I'm interested in increasing the visibility of underrepresented communities in brain research. And keep up with the initiatives being done for the same.

Tando
Maduna

Postdoctoral fellow at Inserm U1118
France
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Motor systems neuroscience
Neuroendocrinology
Neurogeneration and repair
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
Pharmacology
I joined ALBA because :
I would like to join Alba for a chance to integrate within the diversity framework of Neuroscientists in Europe. Mostly, I am interested in mentoring neuroscience students and graduates from under-represented groups, assisting them through their internships and research projects.

Linda
Mah

Physician/Other medical professional at University of Toronto
Canada Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuroscience of aging
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
Therapeutic techniques
I joined ALBA because :
To increase awareness of, and support advocacy for, diversity in the neuroscience community and neuroscience research.

Rania
Mahafdeh

Research/Staff scientist at Jadara University
Jordan Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Neuroendocrinology
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Imaging (microscopy)
In vivo monitoring
Pharmacology
Therapeutic techniques
I joined ALBA because :
I am joining ALBA to connect with diverse neuroscience researchers and advance my career in a supportive, inclusive network. ALBA’s commitment to underrepresented groups and early-career development aligns with my values and goals, providing opportunities to grow, contribute to brain research, and promote inclusivity in science.