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

Ivana Maria
Gomez

Graduate student at Instituto Multidisciplinario de Biología Celular (IMBICE)
Argentina Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Neuroendocrinology
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biochemistry
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
In vivo monitoring
Optical methods
Pharmacology
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
I want to be part of the Alba Network community because I come from a country where scientific research is very underfunded and it is extremely difficult for young scientists to develop professionally. I would like to take advantage of the opportunities offered by Alba Network, not only to develop my career, but also to get in touch with neuroscientists from other parts of the world and share experiences.

Macarena
Gomez de salazar

Postdoctoral fellow at Aarhus university
Denmark
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Biochemistry
Cell culture
Electrophysiology (channels)
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
I joined ALBA because :
I would like to learn more about how to do leadership in an inclusive manner

Gabriela Berenice
Gomez Gonzalez

Postdoctoral fellow at Neuroscience Institute Cavalieri Ottolenghi
Italy Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Motor systems neuroscience
Neuroendocrinology
Cell and tissue transplantation
Data analysis and statistics
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Optical methods
I joined ALBA because :
Because as part of underrepresented group in Science, (latin american woman) that works abroad, I consider crucial to give voice to us. Unfortunately, our realty is diverse, therefore the union is the only way to move forward. And to build a more conscious society.

Paula
Gomez Sotres

Postdoctoral fellow at INSERM
France Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Sensory systems neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
In vivo monitoring
Molecular approaches
Optical methods
Pharmacology
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
As a woman that doesn't live in her native country, I have faced and witnessed several acts of discrimination in my surroundings and I would love to get together to present solutions to those.

Patricia
Gonzalez Rodriguez

Professor or equivalent position at University of Seville
Spain Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Excitable membranes and ion channels
Motor systems neuroscience
Neurogeneration and repair
Neuroscience of aging
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biophysics
Electrophysiology (channels)
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
Optical methods
I joined ALBA because :
I am here to express my interest in joining Alba Network community as a young women neuroscientist (junior PI and group leader in Sevilla, Spain). As someone who is passionate about advancing our understanding of the brain, I believe that Alba Network offers a unique opportunity to learn and grow as a scientist.

I am excited to contribute to the community and collaborate with other members on cutting-edge research in the field. Thank you for considering my application, and I look forward to the opportunity to be a part of this great network.

Iria
Gonzalez-Dopeso Reyes

Research/Staff scientist at CNRS
France
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Developmental neuroscience
Neurogeneration and repair
Other
Gene therapy
Biochemistry
Cell and tissue transplantation
Cell culture
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Species : vertebrate
Other
Stereotaxic injections
I joined ALBA because :
I have been working in the field of neuroscience for the last 23 years. I have a physical disability since I had a car accident when I was 12, and I have been every lab I have been working the first and only disable person for long time. I would like to use my experience to help others and to improve the working condition and also the perception of the disable people working in science.

Miriam
Goodman

Department head at Stanford University
United States Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Excitable membranes and ion channels
Sensory systems neuroscience
Biophysics
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Electrophysiology (channels)
Genetic models and techniques
Imaging (microscopy)
Pharmacology
Species : invertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
This organization was brought to my attention and has overlapping goals with others that I have been engaged with for some time.

Alessandra
Granata

Postdoctoral fellow at University of Cambridge
United Kingdom Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Biochemistry
Cell culture
Genetic models and techniques
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
Therapeutic techniques
I joined ALBA because :
Because as mid-career scientist and a woman, I feel represented and recognised. I am eager to join a network that promotes diversity and equality in science and offers the opportunity of mentoring.

Sylvie
Granon

Professor or equivalent position at Paris-Saclay Institut of neuroscience
France Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
I joined ALBA because :
I feel very much in tune with the goals ALBA intend to achieve, particularly the networking aspect that could promote collaborative science, mentoring, data access, be informed of putative collaborators who share common view of science and good practice, and how it should be conducted, to avoid or decrease the impact of powerful lobbies.

Karin
Grasenick

CEO at convelop cooperative knowledge design gmbh
Austria Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Other
Biomedical Engineering, Sociology
Other
Statistics, Social Network Analysis
I joined ALBA because :
I've contributed to EDI in neurosciences through my activities as external consultat for the human brain project and are looking foward to share the experiences and to contribute.

Rachel
Grasmeder Allen

Graduate student at University of Nottingham
United Kingdom Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Data analysis and statistics
Imaging (microscopy)
In vivo monitoring
Pharmacology
I joined ALBA because :
I want to live in a world where there are equal rights for all to succeed in neuroscience and unfortunately that is not the case at the moment. Alba are trying to increase diversity and equity within brain science, which I fully support and wish to be part of!

Sara
Grassi

Research/Staff scientist at Università degli Studi di Milano
Italy Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neurogeneration and repair
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Biochemistry
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches

Daniela
Grassi

Professor or equivalent position at Autonoma University of Madrid
Spain Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuroendocrinology
Neuroscience of aging
Sensory systems neuroscience
Biochemistry
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
I joined ALBA because :
Joining a society committed to promoting equality and inclusivity for neuroscientists presents numerous advantages. Firstly, it directly aligns with the objective of creating an egalitarian environment within this field, where all individuals can thrive irrespective of their background. By becoming a member, I can actively participate in creating positive, evidence-based strategies that increase diversity and foster inclusivity at all levels. This will not only augment my understanding of best practices in diversity and inclusion but also empower me to make meaningful contributions to the field. Furthermore, your society can provide me with abundant resources and learning materials, aiding you in bolstering your professional development. Lastly, through active involvement, I position myself as a promoter of change, serving as an ally to underrepresented groups – a step forward in personal growth and societal betterment.

Aitana
Grasso

Graduate student at Osnabrück University
Germany Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (channels)
Optical methods
I joined ALBA because :
I am interested in becoming an active member of the organization in order to contribute to the visibility of less-represented groups as well as the creation of international opportunities of collaboration to overcome this isssue.

Sarah
Gregory

Graduate student at University of Edinburgh
United Kingdom Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cognitive neuroscience
Neuroendocrinology
Neuroscience of aging
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Data analysis and statistics
I joined ALBA because :
I am committed to promote diversity in brain research

Gabriele
Grenningloh

Other at EPFL
Switzerland Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
I joined ALBA because :
The improvement of diversity and equity in science is an important mission that I would like to support and help promoting.