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
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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

Jeniffer
Sanguino Gómez

Graduate student at University of Amsterdam
Netherlands Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Neuroendocrinology
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biochemistry
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Species : vertebrate

Nathalie
Sans

Lab/Research director at Neurocentre Magendie, Inserm U1215
France Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Sensory systems neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biochemistry
Cell culture
Electrophysiology (synaptic physiology)
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
Because of the network's primary focus on combating bias, recognizing all contributions to science, recognizing diversity and providing networking and mentoring opportunities to promote the careers of women and members of under-represented groups.

Monica
Santisteban

Professor or equivalent position at Vanderbilt University Medical Center
United States Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biochemistry
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
In vivo monitoring
Molecular approaches
Pharmacology
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
I am passionate about promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in science.

Irene
Santisteban Ortiz

Graduate student at Technical University Munich
Germany Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
I joined ALBA because :
I am excited to be part of the ALBA Network to connect with a diverse, global community that shares my commitment to equity and female representation in neuroscience. I´ve been always fascinated by neuroscience, though I know it can be a demanding field that sometimes feels exhausting and stressful. That is the reason why I appreciate institutions that advocate for inclusion, mental health, and work-life balance in our field. I look forward to contributing to this inspiring network and gaining access to invaluable collaboration and research opportunities to advance my career and positively impact the scientific community.

Sofia
Santos

Research/Staff scientist at i3S
Portugal Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Neurogeneration and repair
Other
Neurogenet
I joined ALBA because :
I am working in Neuroscience with a dive in the nanoworld. The brain with all its complexities and challenges is a wide research interest for me. This includes gender influences.
These are some of the reasons that I am joining Alba.
I am also part of the women brain project.

Daniela
Santos

Graduate student at Institut Pasteur
France
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Neuroscience of aging
Cell culture
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
In vivo monitoring
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
It aligns with my values, and I am eager to be part of increasing equity and diversity in science.

Flavia H.
Santos

Professor or equivalent position at University College Dublin
Ireland Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuroscience of aging
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
I joined ALBA because :
I believe I share ALBA views in many ways. My actions and concerns are aligned with ALBA Mission. In my career, conscious awareness concerning inequities was progressively increasing. In part due to personal experiences, also through theoretical readings and mainly acknowledging the impact of them in the results of my research. Ironically, worldwide tragic events from 2020, allowed that these introspections and isolate initiatives become visible and unsilent. My affiliation with ALBA will help me to find other people who share and support these values, to learn from them and in synergy make stronger actions towards equity and respect to diversity.

María Florencia
Santos

Graduate student at Instituto de Fisiología y Biofísica Bernardo Houssay (IFIBIO-Houssay), Universidad de Buenos Aires, CONICET
Argentina Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Sensory systems neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (slow waves)
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
Imaging (microscopy)
I joined ALBA because :
Joining the ALBA Network aligns me with a community dedicated to positive change in the brain sciences, offering numerous professional development opportunities and a chance to contribute to a more inclusive and diverse field. The existence of a community like ALBA is of significant importance for the neuroscience field.

Marlene
Santos

Professor or equivalent position at Polytechnic Institute of Porto
Portugal Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Other
Immunopsychiatry, Pharmacogenomics
Cell culture
Molecular approaches
Pharmacology
I joined ALBA because :
My intention to join the group is related to the need to promote within my community the diversity and equal opportunity to researchers in the field of neurosciences.

Isabela
Santos Valentim

Graduate student at Leibniz Institute on Aging - Fritz Lipmann Institute
Germany Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
History, teaching, public awareness, and societal
Neurogeneration and repair
Neuroscience of aging
Circadian Rhythms
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biochemistry
Genetic models and techniques
Imaging (microscopy)
In vivo monitoring
Molecular approaches
Species : invertebrate
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
ALBA is a fundamental and urgent initiative that I would be honored to join and actively participate.

Alvaro
Sanz

Postdoctoral fellow at Columbia University
United States
Gender : Man Prefer to self describe
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Sensory systems neuroscience
Electrophysiology (channels)
Electrophysiology (synaptic physiology)
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Optical methods
Pharmacology
Species : invertebrate
Species : vertebrate

Rozalinta
Saount

Undergraduate student at University of Ioannina
Greece Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Disorders of the nervous system
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Genetic models and techniques
Imaging (microscopy)
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
In vivo monitoring
Molecular approaches
Pharmacology
I joined ALBA because :
I want to join Alba because I am interested in the first of the four pillars of action. I want to advocate and raise awareness concerning neuroscience. I am fascinated by science communication and I am eager to be part of this organization to achieve my goals and make an impact in society.

Susan
Sara

Professor or equivalent position at Collège de France
France Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
History, teaching, public awareness, and societal
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Electrophysiology (slow waves)
Electrophysiology (synaptic physiology)
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
In vivo monitoring
Optical methods
I joined ALBA because :
I have spent a good part of my professional life mentoring and promoting the careers of young neuroscientists in the developing world, mainly through the IBRO network. In the emertia phase of my career, I have more time and energy to devote to this cause and would be pleased to do this through the Alba network.

Paula Denisa
Saragea

Graduate student at "Alexandru Ioan Cuza" University
Romania Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Computational neuroscience and modeling
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Neuroscience of aging
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biochemistry
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Data analysis and statistics
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
Pharmacology
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
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Tatiana
Saraiva

Research/Staff scientist at Champalimaud Foundation
Portugal
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Motor systems neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Data analysis and statistics
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
In vivo monitoring
Species : vertebrate

Paula Virginia
Sarchi

Graduate student at IBCN (UBA-CONICET), Facultad de Medicina, Universidad de Buenos Aires
Argentina Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biochemistry
Cell and tissue transplantation
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
In vivo monitoring
Molecular approaches
Pharmacology
Species : vertebrate
Therapeutic techniques