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

Vivian Onyinye
Ojiakor

Research/Staff scientist at Kampala International University
Uganda Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuroendocrinology
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Neuroscience of aging
Other
Neurodegenerative disease
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biochemistry
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
Therapeutic techniques
I joined ALBA because :
I want to meet and network with experts in Neuroscience as well as share the results of my research with Like minds

Pilar
Okenve Ramos

Postdoctoral fellow at Instituto Gulbenkian de Ciência
Portugal Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Neuroscience of aging
Sensory systems neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biochemistry
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Imaging (microscopy)
Species : invertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
I would like to proactive contribute to the improvement of peoples lives through their inclusion at the workplace, for everyone to have the same opportunities to get there, and to make sure that they are provided with the tools to achieve their goals.

Oritoke
Okeowo

Professor or equivalent position at Federal University Of Technology, Akure, Nigeria
Nigeria
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biochemistry
Pharmacology
I joined ALBA because :
I desire to contribute my quota to neuroscience research and visibility as a female African neuroscientist

Ofure
Okoh

Graduate student at Max Planck School of Cognition
Germany Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Other
Anthropology
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Genetic models and techniques
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
Species : invertebrate
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
I believe this platform will help expand my research network

Azahara
Oliva Gonzalez

Professor or equivalent position at Cornell University
United States Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Neuroethology
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Electrophysiology (slow waves)
Electrophysiology (synaptic physiology)
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
Want to keep up to date with initiatives in Europe that help promoto excellence and diversity in science.

Laura
Olsen

Postdoctoral fellow at Air Force Research Laboratory
United States
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Neuroscience of aging
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Cell culture
Histochemistry and tracing
In vivo monitoring
Molecular approaches
Therapeutic techniques

Alicja
Olszewska

Graduate student at Nencki Institute of Experimental Biology
Poland Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cognitive neuroscience
Other
Neuroplasticity
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Data analysis and statistics
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
I joined ALBA because :
I am a scientist and a mother and I want to make science more accessible for all parents, especially in the early stages of career and parenthood.

Baliqis
Olukade

Graduate student at Olabisi Onabanjo University
Nigeria Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Computational neuroscience and modeling
Neuroscience of aging
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Data analysis and statistics
I joined ALBA because :
This is a platform that will help me build a network for my career and also have access to any current news and updates globally.

Esra
Öncel

Graduate student at Karolinska Institutet
Sweden
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Sensory systems neuroscience

Anna
Onisiforou

Postdoctoral fellow at University of Cyprus
Cyprus Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Neuroscience of aging
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Data analysis and statistics
Pharmacology
I joined ALBA because :
networking

Chinna
Orish

Research/Staff scientist at University of Portharcourt
Nigeria Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
History, teaching, public awareness, and societal
Neurogeneration and repair
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Histochemistry and tracing
I joined ALBA because :
Being a female advocate, I would love to collaborate with Alba in order to actualize its mission which aims at building diversity and equality in neuroscience. It is a good forum to learn and network with international neuroscientist and researchers in order to keep abreast with recent research technologies

Marta
Orlando

Postdoctoral fellow at Charité Universitätsmedizin
Germany Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Cell culture
Electrophysiology (synaptic physiology)
Imaging (microscopy)
I joined ALBA because :
As a research fellow recipient of a postdoc fellowship for women neuroscientists, I am interested in supporting the formation of women support networks to motivate young female researchers. I am also a founding member of Career Development Initiative at Charite University in Berlin, interest to learn more about this topic.

Silvia-Ioana
Osiac

Other at Cardiff University
United Kingdom
Gender : Woman Prefer not to say
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Biochemistry
Cell culture
Electrophysiology (synaptic physiology)
Genetic models and techniques
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
Pharmacology
I joined ALBA because :
Being a young scientist constantly thriving to gain knowledge and advance as an independent researcher, I am joining the Alba Network with hopes to find an environment that nurtures my particular skills and provides much-needed guidance for my future efforts to explore neuroscience.

Ana
Osorio Oliveira

Research/Staff scientist at Karolinska Institutet
Sweden
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuroscience of aging
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Cell and tissue transplantation
Cell culture
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
I joined ALBA because :
I have always been interested in promoting science to under represented groups & minorities. I feel incredibly lucky for the opportunities I had during my studies, and I want to help every single woman/girl to have the same chance.

Mai
Othman

Graduate student at The American University in Cairo
Egypt Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Neuroscience of aging
Data analysis and statistics
I joined ALBA because :
Joining the ALBA Network offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive neuroscience community while enhancing my own career. Through ALBA, I can connect with a global network of like-minded professionals, collaborate on groundbreaking research, and access resources designed to promote diversity in science. The mentorship programs are particularly valuable, providing guidance and support from experienced neuroscientists, which can help me navigate the challenges in my field. Additionally, being part of ALBA allows me to advocate for positive change and engage in initiatives that address crucial issues such as gender and ethnic representation in neuroscience. By joining, I not only advance my professional growth but also contribute to the ongoing efforts to make neuroscience more accessible and inclusive for everyone.

Kanako
Otomo

Postdoctoral fellow at ETH Zurich
Switzerland
Gender : Woman Non-Binary
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system