Membership

As a gay woman, I know that speaking out is the best way to change things. Ultimately, that is why each year we go the streets for Pride. And though old and dusty academia has changed a lot during the last few decades, I think she still has a long way to go when talking about the inclusion of minorities, especially in Italy. I strongly believe that talking about diversity is essential and will promote change in the best most positive way. And that is why I am joining Alba.

It's an umbrella association for neuroscience and other researchers inclined toward neuroscience research. It will be a privilege to be part of such a giant organization dedicated to solving real-life problems.

I believe we have a purpose and responsibility beyond our research- to recognize that opportunities are unequal and to work towards an inclusive future, to enable the untapped potential of the underprivileged, underrepresented, unrecognized individuals who may be left out due to circumstances. I joined ALBA to help change this.

I joined Alba network beacuse I think it is important to lean in to counter bias and discriminations in science

Help increase diversity in sciences

Advocate for the Alba network’s mission and outreaching

As racialized person working in science it becomes evident that the problem of the underrepresentation of minority groups is not an exception in this field. International networks with extensive diffusion seem key to me to give visibility and address collective solutions to this problem.

I think is a nice strategy, very important in the today's society. We need to push towards equality in all the fields and in particular in science.

I aim to contribute to and promote diversity and diverse perspectives in neurobiological research and neuroethics.

Our research institution is committed with the principles of equality and the objectives of the ALBA network

Recognizing the invaluable benefits that diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences bring to any environment, I strive to play a proactive role in creating and sustaining an inclusive atmosphere. This commitment involves embracing diversity by actively participating in initiatives, conversations, and actions that celebrate differences and promote equitable opportunities for everyone.

As a Latino woman, I am motivated to lead and promote neuroscience research among underrepresented minorities. An example of this commitment is highlighted in my published review summarizing and underlining the contributions of Latin America-based neuroscientists studying the interaction between stress and addiction (PMID: 30622500). Other examples are my close communication with scientists from Colombia, Argentina, Chile and Mexico and my participation in multiple events sponsored by the International Brain Research Organization, the Federation of Latin American and Caribbean Neurosciences and the Colombian College of Neuroscience. I am interested in expanding my network of researchers and collaborators, helping to guide me through the process of transitioning from postdoctoral fellow to an academic position, which would contribute greatly to my career development, and promote my own ambition of becoming an advocate for underrepresented neuroscientists.

The mission of the ALBA network resonates with me and I want to do my part to ensure a more inclusive and equitable environment in academia for all.

I'm joining Alba to promote diversity and inclusion in research and work on my own biases.