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

Lukas
Kunz

Postdoctoral fellow at Columbia University
United States Website
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Cognitive neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
I joined ALBA because :
I would like to support diversity and equality in neuroscience.

Janina
Kupke

Graduate student at University Heidelberg
Germany
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
I joined ALBA because :
The ALBA network has diversity and equality as one of its main philosophies, that mostly is/was underrepresented in other societies. I want to become part of such a network because science should be open and equal and I think the ALBA network is pushing science towards these goals.

Zerina
Kurtovic

Graduate student at Karolinska Institutet
Sweden Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Sensory systems neuroscience
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
I joined ALBA because :
I want to network with scientists from the neuroscience community.

Elena
Kutsarova

Postdoctoral fellow at McGill University
Canada Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Sensory systems neuroscience
Biochemistry
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
Optical methods
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
I am very passionate about EDI and would love to volunteer and help with some of the projects but would also love some support with advancing my career as a woman scientist.

Christina
Kyrousi

Professor or equivalent position at National and Kapodistrian University of Athens
Greece Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
I joined ALBA because :
As a woman and young scientist, I feel that we have to support diversity and inclusivity in science and in particular in brain science. Having attended in the past few years several meetings and being part of many discussions about diversity and inclusivity I believe that we should all act towards that direction. ALBA network would be amongst the most suited to act on these matters and I would be honored to be part of this network.

Susanne
la Fleur

Professor or equivalent position at Amsterdam UMC
Netherlands Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Neuroendocrinology
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
Pharmacology
I joined ALBA because :
I think that every person deserves to be treated with respect and deserves good mentorship. A nework like this is important to organize a voice and to be heard and to make a change.

Tracy
Laabs

Other at Wyss Center for Bio and Neuroengineering
Switzerland Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :

Marie
Labouesse

Postdoctoral fellow at ETH Zurich
Switzerland Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Motor systems neuroscience
Neuroendocrinology
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
In vivo monitoring
Molecular approaches
Optical methods
Pharmacology
Species : vertebrate

Bas
Labree

Graduate student at University of Nottingham
United Kingdom Website
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Sensory systems neuroscience
Other
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Electrophysiology (channels)
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
Other
Non-invasive brain stimulation
I joined ALBA because :
Diversity and equality are increasingly important themes in science and public life more generally. Best practices are key in applying these principles.

Agnes
Lacreuse

Professor or equivalent position at University of Massachusetts Amherst
United States Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Neuroendocrinology
Neuroscience of aging
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
Molecular approaches
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
I believe in increasing visibility and representation of marginalized groups in the neuroscience field

Emilie
Lacroix

Postdoctoral fellow at UCLouvain
Belgium Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Neuroengineering and robotics
Sensory systems neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Data analysis and statistics
I joined ALBA because :
To give better visibility to women working in brain research

AMANY
LADAGU

Postdoctoral fellow at University of Ibadan, Nigeria
Nigeria Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Excitable membranes and ion channels
Neurogeneration and repair
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Biochemistry
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Pharmacology
I joined ALBA because :
Joining Alba offers an unparalleled opportunity for me to explore the complexities of the brain, collaborate with like-minded researchers, and contribute to groundbreaking discoveries. It’s a chance for me to deepen my understanding of neurological diseases, develop cutting-edge skills, and make a tangible impact in advancing treatments and knowledge in brain science.

Natalia
Lago

Research/Staff scientist at Institut Pasteur Montevideo
Uruguay Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neurogeneration and repair
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Imaging (microscopy)
Other

Valeria
Lallai

Postdoctoral fellow at University of California, Irvine
United States Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Cell culture
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
Pharmacology

Evelyn
Lambe

Professor or equivalent position at University of Toronto
Canada Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Excitable membranes and ion channels
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Neuroscience of aging
Electrophysiology (channels)
Electrophysiology (synaptic physiology)
Genetic models and techniques
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
Optical methods
I joined ALBA because :
Neuroscience will be a stronger field and a more pleasant work environment when it is welcoming to all scientists

Hilal
Lashuel

Professor or equivalent position at EPFL
Switzerland Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neurogeneration and repair
Biochemistry
Biophysics
Cell culture
Molecular approaches
I joined ALBA because :
As scientists who believe in the powers of interdisciplinary research and the diversity of ideas, I am convinced that promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion is essential for our ability to advance neuroscience and our quests to understand the complexity of the brain and tackle brain disorders.

To achieve this goal, we need to do more to create the space, forums, and platforms for all members of our global neuroscience community to share their work and ideas, to challenge conventional wisdom, to connect with other neuroscientists, and to contribute to shaping the field.
We also must work together to ensure that the leadership of neuroscience organizations, lists of speakers in future conferences, and memberships in influential committees and boards reflect the true diversity of our global neuroscience community.

This is precisely what ALBA network is trying to accomplish, and I am happy to be able to contribute to advancing its mission and strategic objectives.