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

Esther
Kariuki

Other at Talantalab Child Assessment and Counselling Services
Kenya Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Developmental neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
I joined ALBA because :
I am joining Alba to learn from others interested in neuroscience and networking.
I also would like to contribute to neuroscience.

Falisha
Karpati

Other at Falisha Karpati Consulting
Canada Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
History, teaching, public awareness, and societal
Motor systems neuroscience
I joined ALBA because :
As an Inclusion Consultant, my mission is to create spaces where all brains can thrive. That includes building inclusive environments within academia and research, and bringing the neuroscience of inclusion to everyone. I'm joining Alba to connect and collaborate with others who share interests in both neuroscience and inclusion.

Pegah
Kassraian

Postdoctoral fellow at Columbia University
United States Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Computational neuroscience and modeling
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Data analysis and statistics
Imaging (microscopy)
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
In vivo monitoring
Molecular approaches
Optical methods
Pharmacology
Species : vertebrate
Therapeutic techniques
I joined ALBA because :
I am a neuroscientist with a strong interest in the neural basis of social behaviors, whose disruption is highly prevalent in neuropsychiatric disease. As a woman with an immigration background, I understand the relevance of increasing the visibility of under-represented groups in brain research, as I believe that this will contribute to scientific and societal advancement.

Nataliia
Katolikova

Research/Staff scientist at Institute of Transaltional Biomedicine Saint-Petersburg State University
Russia Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Neurogeneration and repair
Cell and tissue transplantation
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
Species : vertebrate

Yolanda
Katsaiti

Graduate student at National and Kapodistrian University of Athens
Greece Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Molecular approaches
I joined ALBA because :
I hope to contribute a little share on my part in promoting a more positive attitude towards building a diverse and all-inclusive community of likeminded Neuroscientists, who can blend in to trade ideas and learn from one another.

Ana
Katušić

Professor or equivalent position at Faculty of Education and Rehabilitation Sciences University of Zagreb
Croatia Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Developmental neuroscience
Motor systems neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Therapeutic techniques
I joined ALBA because :
I strongly support equity, diversity and accessability. As a neuroscientist, I hope to contribute positively to the Alba network aims and activities.

Paromita
Kaulmann-Sen

Postdoctoral fellow at Weizmann Institute of Science
Israel Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Other
Gut-brain axis
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Pharmacology
Therapeutic techniques
I joined ALBA because :
As a neuroscientist from an underrepresented background living with a chronic condition, I am eager to connect with other researchers and foster a more inclusive and supportive environment for individuals from diverse backgrounds in the field of Neuroscience.

Guneet
Kaur

Graduate student at National Brain Research Centre
India Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Biochemistry
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
I joined ALBA because :
To be a part of the community of the same profession and be updated about the scientific advances a a global level.

Jashanpreet
Kaur

Graduate student at Chitkara University, Punjab
India Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Disorders of the nervous system
Pharmacology
I joined ALBA because :
I am joining ALBA because I believe in the power of collaboration and the importance of diversity in neuroscience. I want to contribute to research, education, and advocacy efforts that promote inclusivity and equity in the field. Being part of ALBA will allow me to connect with like-minded individuals and make a positive impact in the neuroscience community.

Jaspreet
Kaur

Postdoctoral fellow at University of Copenahgen
Denmark Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Motor systems neuroscience
Neurogeneration and repair
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Biophysics
Cell culture
Electrophysiology (synaptic physiology)
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
In vivo monitoring
Molecular approaches
Optical methods
Pharmacology
Species : vertebrate
Therapeutic techniques
I joined ALBA because :
1) I am a woman in Science and would like to make a strong impact on women in Science who are underrepresented not only in India but all over the world by showing if I can do it so you can too...
2) To guide and motivate women in Science I need a good mentorship and I believe this platform could help me.
3) Also I would like to network with others who are working on this agenda.

Katja
Kaurinkoski

Graduate student at University of Helsinki
Finland Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Other
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biochemistry
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Cell culture
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
Pharmacology
I joined ALBA because :
Science belongs to all; I would like to do my part to actively promote change for increased diversity and inclusion in science.

Meryem Ecem
Kaya

Graduate student at University of Helsinki
Finland Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Other
Biotechnology/Synthetic Biology
Genetic models and techniques
Molecular approaches
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
I would like to support diversity and inclusivity in science and network with like-minded people.

Firaoly Workneh
Kenate

Department head at St.Paul hospital millennium medical college
Ethiopia Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Disorders of the nervous system
History, teaching, public awareness, and societal
Other
Inyerventional knowledge assessment
I joined ALBA because :
I am a general neurologist in Ethiopia. I am inclined to neuroscience and investigative aspect of neurology as compared to clinical one. I think it would be great for me if i join Alba and learn.

Joanne
Kenney

Postdoctoral fellow at Trinity College Dublin
Ireland Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Computational neuroscience and modeling
Developmental neuroscience
Neuroscience of aging
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (channels)
Electrophysiology (slow waves)
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
I joined ALBA because :
I believe in the importance of promoting equality and diversity in brain science to benefit both the scientists and the general population.

Amanda
Kentner

Professor or equivalent position at Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
United States Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Neuroendocrinology
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal

Sepiedeh
Keshavarzi

Lab/Research director at University of Cambridge
United Kingdom Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Motor systems neuroscience
Sensory systems neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biophysics
Electrophysiology (synaptic physiology)
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
Imaging (microscopy)
In vivo monitoring
Optical methods
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
I believe diversity and inclusion drive scientific excellence by fostering contributions from a broader talent pool with diverse perspectives. By joining ALBA, I aim to support EDI initiatives and help build a more inclusive neuroscience community. Plus, my Persian name translates to Alba – what are the odds?