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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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

Svetlana
Molchanova

Research/Staff scientist at University of Helsinki
Finland Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Excitable membranes and ion channels
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (synaptic physiology)
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Species : vertebrate

Axel
Montagne

Research/Staff scientist at The University of Edinburgh
United Kingdom Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuroscience of aging
Genetic models and techniques
Imaging (microscopy)
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
In vivo monitoring
Molecular approaches
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
Because I am 200% towards diversity and equity in brain sciences.

Anne-Marie
Mouly

Research/Staff scientist at Lyon Neuroscience Research Center
France Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Electrophysiology (synaptic physiology)
In vivo monitoring
Pharmacology
Species : vertebrate

Ana Lis
Moyano

Research/Staff scientist at Instituto Universitario de Ciencias Biomédicas de Córdoba (IUCBC)
Argentina Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Biochemistry
Biophysics
Cell culture
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
Optical methods
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
From my perspective, joining ALBA is a great opportunity to engage in discussions that are important to progress in our way to promote diversity in Neuroscience. Being a member of ALBA Network will allow me to learn and share more initiatives to promote equality and diversity in the brain sciences.

Miho
Nakajima

Research/Staff scientist at RIKEN
Japan Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Sensory systems neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Optical methods
Pharmacology
I joined ALBA because :
I would like to learn how to support the diversity and help young children with many different background to have same opportunities as others.

Karim
NDIAYE

Research/Staff scientist at ICM - Institut du Cerveau et de la Moelle epiniere
France Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
History, teaching, public awareness, and societal
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Other
Functional Brain imaging, EEG

MARIA ANTONIETTA
NETTIS

Research/Staff scientist at KING'S COLLEGE LONDON
United Kingdom Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Neuroendocrinology
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
I joined ALBA because :
I have met some members of ALBA and I felt inspired

T. A. Khoa
Nguyen

Research/Staff scientist at University Hospital Bern
Switzerland Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Computational neuroscience and modeling
Disorders of the nervous system
Motor systems neuroscience
Neuroengineering and robotics
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (slow waves)
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
I joined ALBA because :
I care about diversity and equality in neuroscience. I firmly believe that diverse teams lead to better research.

Manuel
Nieto-Diaz

Research/Staff scientist at Hospital Nacional de Parapléjicos (SESCAM)
Spain Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Biochemistry
Data analysis and statistics
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
Species : vertebrate
Therapeutic techniques
I joined ALBA because :
Because:
- I agree with the aims and ideas exposed by the ALBA network.
- I would like to get information on how to deal with inequalities
- I would like to contribute to extending these principles in my research center.

Erinma
Ochu

Research/Staff scientist at Manchester Metropolitan University
United Kingdom Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Other
Immersive learning, Cultural Neuroscience
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Other
Extended reality (XR), Mixed Reality (MR) and Augmented Reality (AR), Performance, Storytelling, Gaming
I joined ALBA because :
Invited to get involved. Thought it was interesting to find out more about LGBTQI+ community within neuroscience discipline. I am coming at neuroscience from a cultural perspective, having originally studied neuroscience, then moved through arts and humanities, working with artists and developing new immersive experiences and storyworlds. I am keen to explore how that can map back onto knowledge of learning, memory and consciousness, linked to previous work I have collaborated on around cognitive scientists and gaming.

Chinna
Orish

Research/Staff scientist at University of Portharcourt
Nigeria Website
OrcID
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

Athanasia
Papoutsi

Research/Staff scientist at FORTH
Greece Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Computational neuroscience and modeling
Excitable membranes and ion channels
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biophysics
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
Imaging (microscopy)
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
I am joining Alba because I want to actively participate in a diverse network with activities that address and promote inclusiveness.

Jodi
Pawluski

Research/Staff scientist at Universitie de Rennes 1
France Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuroendocrinology
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Pharmacology
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
To increase diversity and equality in science. I'm looking forward to a better future for those in science.

Rita
Perfeito

Research/Staff scientist at Center for Neuroscience and Cell Biology
Portugal Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neurogeneration and repair
Neuroscience of aging
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Cell culture
Species : vertebrate
Therapeutic techniques

Corinne
Portioli

Research/Staff scientist at MCAA
Italy Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biochemistry
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
Pharmacology
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
As a neuroscientist and member of the Marie Curie Alumni Association (MCAA), I am passionate about promoting equity and diversity in the brain researches. My dedication to amplifying the voices of women and underrepresented groups in (neuro)science aligns closely with ALBA Network's mission to reduce bias, foster inclusion, and provide professional development opportunities. Joining the ALBA Network would allow me to further advocate for best practices, facilitate collaboration, and contribute to a more equitable scientific community alongside like-minded individuals.

Johanna
Pozo Neira

Research/Staff scientist at Universidad Católica de Cuenca
Ecuador Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cognitive neuroscience
History, teaching, public awareness, and societal
Other
Clinical Psychology, Neuroscience of Education
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
Therapeutic techniques
I joined ALBA because :
Neuroscience is a brand new, growing field in Ecuador. As it is a third world country, developing a research area comes with many challenges, especially as a woman, and joining ALBA is a good opportunity to be a member of a network for support, inspiration and collaboration worldwide.