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

Iva
Šimunić

Graduate student at School of Medicine, University of Zagreb
Croatia Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Computational neuroscience and modeling
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neurogeneration and repair
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Cell culture
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
I joined ALBA because :
I joined ALBA to promote diversity and equity in the neuroscience community. I support ALBA's mission and would like to learn more about the various facets of diversity as well as promote awareness in the community.

KATYAYANI
SINGH

Research/Staff scientist at Institute of Biomedicine and Translational Medicine, University of Tartu
Estonia Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuroendocrinology
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Neuroscience of aging
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Cell culture
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
In vivo monitoring
Pharmacology
Species : vertebrate
Therapeutic techniques
I joined ALBA because :
I would like to get connected with fellow researchers and for networking.

Arti
Singh

Professor or equivalent position at School of Health Science & Technology, UPES
India Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Excitable membranes and ion channels
Motor systems neuroscience
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Neurogeneration and repair
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Neuroscience of aging
Other
Zebrafish, Drosophila Alternatives to animals research
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
In vivo monitoring
Molecular approaches
Pharmacology
Therapeutic techniques
I joined ALBA because :
My area of research is basically focusing on development of alternative models for neurodegenerative diseases. Joining ALBA gives me opportunities for professional development and to interact with neuroscientists.

Aastha
Singh

Graduate student at University of Helsinki
Finland Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Neurogeneration and repair
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Cell culture
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
In vivo monitoring
Molecular approaches
Pharmacology
Therapeutic techniques
I joined ALBA because :
I was introduced to the Alba at FENS 2020, where I attended various (read, all) sessions organized by the network and was instantly curious about the diversity and the vision of this community. I am looking to be part of a scientific community where, in addition to science, the ethics of it are valued equally. Being part of such diverse group of people would be an enriching experience to share.

Sophie
Skarlatou

Postdoctoral fellow at University of California Los Angeles
United States Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Circuit neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Motor systems neuroscience
Sensory systems neuroscience
Data analysis and statistics
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
I am joining Alba to raise awareness about the problems that underrepresented groups face in science even nowadays.

Elis
Skorobogatov

Other at KuLeuven
Belgium Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Electrophysiology (synaptic physiology)
Genetic models and techniques
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
During each year of my PhD journey, I want to make it a priority to bridge the gap between science and society through engaging communication initiatives.

Vasileia
Skrimpa

Graduate student at University of Cologne
Germany
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cognitive neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans

Charlotte
Sleurs

Postdoctoral fellow at KU Leuven
Belgium Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Neuroscience of aging
Other
Neuro-oncology
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
I joined ALBA because :
To support the message of increasing equity in neuroscience.

Hadas
Sloin

Graduate student at Tel Aviv University
Israel Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Computational neuroscience and modeling
Other
Systems neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
Molecular approaches
I joined ALBA because :
I want to learn more both about how I can increase diversity, and to see how i can get a sit at the table as person belonging to under represented groups.

Valeska
Slomianka

Research/Staff scientist at Danish Research Center for Magnetic Resonance
Denmark Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cognitive neuroscience
Computational neuroscience and modeling
Motor systems neuroscience
Sensory systems neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)

Eelke
Snoeren

Research/Staff scientist at UiT The arctic university of Norway
Norway Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Genetic models and techniques
Imaging (microscopy)
In vivo monitoring
Molecular approaches
Optical methods
Pharmacology
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
I strongly believe in the goal of Alba to promote equality and diversity in brain sciences. By becoming a member I hope I can participate in reaching this goal.

Carina
Soares-Cunha

Postdoctoral fellow at University of Minho
Portugal Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biochemistry
Electrophysiology (channels)
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
In vivo monitoring
Optical methods
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
In the current era it is pivotal to advocate for diversity and equity, not only in science but in all society. By joining forces in scientific field we will be setting the example for all society to change.

Karolina
Socha

Postdoctoral fellow at University College London
United Kingdom Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Sensory systems neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
Genetic models and techniques
Imaging (microscopy)
In vivo monitoring
Optical methods
I joined ALBA because :
I want to join the ALBA Network because I am deeply committed to promoting EDI in academia. ALBA's mission perfectly aligns with my current mission to create awareness of issues such as bias and discrimination in academia. I address these issues through the discussion groups I have initiated and led at UCL. My efforts are recognized by my colleagues, who actively participate in discussions and have started advocating for a more inclusive and safe environment. As a member, I aim to enhance my ability to advocate for EDI, access resources, empower other researchers, and perhaps represent those from under represented groups.

Emel
Sokullu

Lab/Research director at Solab
Türkiye Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Motor systems neuroscience
Neuroengineering and robotics
Neurogeneration and repair
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Biochemistry
Biophysics
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (channels)
Molecular approaches
Optical methods
Pharmacology

MERVE
SOLMAZ

Research/Staff scientist at Selcuk University Faculty of Medicine
Türkiye Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
As in the rest of the world, being a female scientist in Turkey is challenging. However, conducting science in Turkey is challenging on its own. Finding resources, developing projects, and advancing academically are all difficult and time-consuming tasks. To improve and do proper science, I am receptive to any support.

Leili
Soo

Postdoctoral fellow at Universidad Miguel Hernandez de Elche
Spain Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Neuroengineering and robotics
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (channels)
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
Therapeutic techniques
I joined ALBA because :
I would like to join ALBA to expand my professional network and stay up-to-date with the latest opportunities and developments to enhance my scientific career. Joining ALBA offers an ideal platform to contribute to promoting science within an inclusive community that values diversity and equal access.