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

Nancy
Sotero Silva

Graduate student at Santos Dumont Institute
Brazil
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cognitive neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuroengineering and robotics
Sensory systems neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (channels)
Electrophysiology (slow waves)
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
Optical methods
Therapeutic techniques

Celine
Souchay

Lab/Research director at CNRS, University of Grenoble
France Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cognitive neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
I joined ALBA because :
I recently learned about Alba via Twitter. I am a cognitive psychologist working in France and I have been dealing with major health problems for 10 years and my health problems have now lead to me being recognized as having a disability. I am trying to be active in France to help researchers with disabilities but it is proven to be very difficult for many different reasons. This is why I decided to join as I found your initiative fantastic. I am also a women with children and this also had an impact on my carrier and I am very much aware of gender discrimination.

Jihane
Soueid

Postdoctoral fellow at American University of Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon.
Lebanon Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neurogeneration and repair
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Cell culture
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
Species : vertebrate
Therapeutic techniques
I joined ALBA because :
The mission of ALBA network, which focuses on promoting equity and diversity in the neuroscience community, aligns with my conviction that building fostering environments allow for any individual to be given the opportunity to fulfill their goals with fair treatment independent of their ethnic background and beliefs.

Marília
Sousa

Graduate student at Universität Zürich
Switzerland
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Sensory systems neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Imaging (microscopy)
Pharmacology

Aline Valéria
Sousa Santos

Graduate student at University of Campinas (UNICAMP)
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
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Imaging (microscopy)
Pharmacology
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
As a first-generation, Black Brazilian aspiring to an academic career in neuroscience, I am joining Alba to connect with a diverse and supportive community that understands the unique challenges faced by underrepresented groups in academia. I believe in the power of networking and shared experiences to overcome barriers and promote inclusivity in science. Being part of Alba will allow me to access valuable mentorship, resources, and collaborations, helping me grow both professionally and personally while contributing to a more diverse and inclusive neuroscience community.

Rita
Sousa-Nunes

Research/Staff scientist at King's College London
United Kingdom Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Evolutionary and comparative neuroscience
Neurogeneration and repair
Biochemistry
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Biophysics
Cell culture
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Data analysis and statistics
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
Optical methods
Species : invertebrate
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
I wish to contribute to a world where diversity of all kinds is valued and shared towards the common good.

Débora G.
Souza

Postdoctoral fellow at Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul
Brazil Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Neurogeneration and repair
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Neuroscience of aging
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biochemistry
Cell culture
Imaging (microscopy)
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
Pharmacology
I joined ALBA because :
Because I am sure that a better science environment can be achieved by increasing diversity and giving a chance to minorities to speak up and put new ideas in debate. Therefore, I would like to participate discussions in a space that also has this philosophy.

Ena
Španić

Research/Staff scientist at Croatian Institute for Brain Research, School of Medicine, University of Zagreb
Croatia
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Disorders of the nervous system
Neurogeneration and repair
Neuroscience of aging

Ginevra
Sperandio

Undergraduate student at UKSH
Germany Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Computational neuroscience and modeling
Developmental neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Data analysis and statistics
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
I joined ALBA because :
As a woman in neuroscience, I am acutely aware of the gender disparities that persist in our field. The underrepresentation of women not only limits the diversity of perspectives but also hampers the collective progress of neuroscience. I am motivated to apply to a network devoted to equity in neuroscience because I believe in the transformative power of fostering an inclusive environment. By actively participating in a network committed to equity, I aim to contribute to breaking down barriers, advocating for equal opportunities, and empowering women in neuroscience. This network serves as a platform for collaboration, mentorship, and the exchange of experiences, allowing us to collectively address and overcome the challenges faced by women in our field. Through my involvement, I aspire to be a part of the positive change needed to create a more equitable and diverse landscape in neuroscience, ultimately enriching the scientific community with a broader range of talents and perspectives.

Tara
Spires-Jones

Professor or equivalent position at The University of Edinburgh
United Kingdom Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Disorders of the nervous system
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Cell culture
Imaging (microscopy)
In vivo monitoring
Molecular approaches

Rakenduvadhana
Srinivasan

Graduate student at University of Helsinki
Finland Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Excitable membranes and ion channels
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biophysics
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (channels)
Electrophysiology (synaptic physiology)
Imaging (microscopy)
I joined ALBA because :
I am a strong proponent for disseminating equality in science. I am already working towards several efforts for this including the PhD association in my university, boards at university of Helsinki and also am a leader in 500womenscientists organization

Serena
Stanga

Research/Staff scientist at Università degli Studi di Torino
Italy Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuroscience of aging
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
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
I believe that diversity is a richness for Science and I support every project aimed at its sustain.

Vanessa
Stempel

Professor or equivalent position at Max Planck Institute for Brain Research
Germany Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Neuroethology
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Electrophysiology (synaptic physiology)
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
Imaging (microscopy)
Pharmacology
I joined ALBA because :
Alba is a pioneering platform for neuroscientists to advocate for a diversity and inclusion in our network of scientists, and has driven noticeable and necessary changes in the visibility of these issues. I would be very happy to contribute to this as part of a structured organisation whose actions are as far reaching.

Carmen-Jeanette
Stepek

Graduate student at Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland
Ireland Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Excitable membranes and ion channels
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Neuroscience of aging
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Data analysis and statistics
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
I come from a multi-racial, multi-ethnic family, instilling in me a belief in social and racial integration. However, academia's institutionalized prejudice challenges my pursuit of diversity. My experiences and advocacy as a neurodiverse woman of color in STEM underscore my commitment to fostering an inclusive and representative environment.

Aline
Stéphan

Professor or equivalent position at University of Strasbourg
France Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Neuroethology
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
Imaging (microscopy)

Sarah Rebecca
Stephen

Graduate student at Stony Brook University
United States Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Disorders of the nervous system
Other
bioethics, neuropalliative care
Data analysis and statistics
I joined ALBA because :
To connect with a diverse network of those participating in neuroscience research