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
Join the Network

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

George
Barreto

Professor or equivalent position at University of Limerick
Ireland Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Neuroendocrinology
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Biochemistry
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Cell culture
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Pharmacology

Gary
Brennan

Professor or equivalent position at University College Dublin
Ireland Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
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
Biochemistry
Cell culture
Genetic models and techniques
Molecular approaches
Pharmacology
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
Because diversity in science and equity in science is important to me. I would like to learn more of the challenges faced by underrepresented minorities in science and learn how I can help.

Dara
Cannon

Professor or equivalent position at University of Galway
Ireland Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Cognitive neuroscience
Computational neuroscience and modeling
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Data analysis and statistics
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
I joined ALBA because :
FENS members society - Neuroscience Ireland

Sara
Carta

Graduate student at Trinity College Dublin
Ireland Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cognitive neuroscience
Electrophysiology (channels)
I joined ALBA because :
As a woman in science, I think it is particularly important to join networks and communities, such as the Alba Network, that promote diversity and inclusivity. I am excited to become part of a diverse scientific community, which can benefit both my academic and human experience.

John
Cryan

Professor or equivalent position at University College Cork
Ireland Website
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuroendocrinology
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
I joined ALBA because :
To advocate for inclusion and diversity in neuroscience

Giovanni
Di Liberto

Professor or equivalent position at Trinity College Dublin
Ireland Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Cognitive neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Neuroscience of aging
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (channels)
Electrophysiology (slow waves)
I joined ALBA because :
I agree with the mission statement

Cassandra
Dinius

Postdoctoral fellow at Maynooth University
Ireland
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cognitive neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Neuroscience of aging
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Data analysis and statistics
I joined ALBA because :
My personal connections to cognitive aging disorders have led me to take interest in and become involved in community programs aimed at supporting individuals living with with dementia. Through disseminating research, facilitating support groups, and leading classes to educate about brain health and healthy aging, I am able to connect with individuals affected by such disorders while serving hard-to-reach populations and practicing science communication. I believe that ALBA will help me further limit bias and connect with others who come from underserved groups to better advocate for science communication, and hopefully adoption, with people of all groups.

Judith
Evers

Postdoctoral fellow at University College Dublin
Ireland Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Disorders of the nervous system
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
In vivo monitoring
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
I am joining Alba because I believe in its mission to increase diversity in neuroscience.

Andrea
Fernandes

Research/Staff scientist at University of Galway
Ireland Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cognitive neuroscience
Computational neuroscience and modeling
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Data analysis and statistics
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
I joined ALBA because :
I believe advocacy for open neuroscience research is crucial for the development of the field. Collaboration is a key part of this process. I would also like to be involve in any initiative that promotes the inclusion of developing countries in the research field.

Sarah
Foley

Graduate student at South East Technological University
Ireland Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Excitable membranes and ion channels
Biochemistry
In vivo monitoring
Molecular approaches
Species : vertebrate
Therapeutic techniques
I joined ALBA because :
PhD involves enhancing gene therapy solutions for leukodystrophy, Canavan Disease. My interest are CNS pathways, myelination and genetic causation in Neurodegenerative Diseases

Jeffrey
Glennon

Lab/Research director at University College Dublin
Ireland Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuroendocrinology
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biochemistry
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Genetic models and techniques
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
In vivo monitoring
Molecular approaches
Pharmacology
Therapeutic techniques
I joined ALBA because :
I am a deaf neuroscientist who has led in both the pharmaceutical industry and academia. I am an active member of our neurodiversity committee and have led the EDI sub committee in UCD College of Health and Agricultural Sciences on disability. I am passionate about helping those like me succeed at third level and in their scientific careers.

Cameron
Keighron

Graduate student at University of Galway
Ireland
OrcID
Gender : Non-Binary
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neurogeneration and repair
Neuroscience of aging
Biochemistry
Cell and tissue transplantation
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (channels)
Electrophysiology (synaptic physiology)
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
Genetic models and techniques
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
I am joining because I would like to connect with other folks in this area who are also passionate about Equality, diversity and Inclusion. As someone from an underrepresented group, this is an important opportunity for me to network and meet others, while also expanding my knowledge in neuroscience.

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.

Alexander
Khalil

Professor or equivalent position at University College Cork
Ireland Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Cognitive neuroscience
History, teaching, public awareness, and societal
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Electrophysiology (channels)
Electrophysiology (slow waves)

Jatin
Nagpal

Professor or equivalent position at University College Cork
Ireland Website
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Evolutionary and comparative neuroscience
Neuroendocrinology
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
I joined ALBA because :
To promote diversity and inclusion.

Jakub
Orłowski

Postdoctoral fellow at University College Dublin
Ireland Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Computational neuroscience and modeling
Motor systems neuroscience
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Data analysis and statistics
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
Because I believe that diversity is our strength in research specifically and in life in general. I believe that inclusive work environments contribute to maximal human flourishing