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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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

Alessandro
Mazza

Graduate student at University of Turin
Italy Website
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Data analysis and statistics
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
I joined ALBA because :
Networking

Simon
McArthur

Professor or equivalent position at Queen Mary, University of London
United Kingdom Website
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuroscience of aging
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biochemistry
Cell culture
Histochemistry and tracing
Pharmacology
Species : vertebrate

Brian
McCabe

Professor or equivalent position at EPFL
Switzerland Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Motor systems neuroscience
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Neuroscience of aging
Biochemistry
Electrophysiology (synaptic physiology)
Genetic models and techniques
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
Species : invertebrate
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
To support equality and diversity in Neuroscience

Robyn
McCartan

Graduate student at University of Miami
United States Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Neuroscience of aging
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Genetic models and techniques
Imaging (microscopy)
In vivo monitoring
Species : vertebrate
Therapeutic techniques
I joined ALBA because :
I am joining Alba because I am an aspiring neuroscientist who values DEI in science.

Sage
McColl

Research/Staff scientist at Baycrest
Canada Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Cognitive neuroscience
History, teaching, public awareness, and societal
Motor systems neuroscience
Neuroengineering and robotics
Neuroscience of aging
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Data analysis and statistics
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
Other
Program evaluation for dementia care models
I joined ALBA because :
As a neuroscientist research assistant with multiple disabilities this community looks like a great place to network, learn and meet individuals with similar lived experiences. I am also part of the DEI committee at Baycrest, as DEI is something I am very passionate about.

Allison
McDonald

Graduate student at Amsterdam UMC
Netherlands Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Data analysis and statistics
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
In vivo monitoring
Optical methods
Pharmacology
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
Because I support the mission of Alba and would like to contribute.

Fiachra
McEnaney

Graduate student at University of Dundee
United Kingdom
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biochemistry
Electrophysiology (synaptic physiology)
Pharmacology
I joined ALBA because :
To be able to join an international network of neuroscientists and learn more than just the techniques involved in my project.

Terkura Thomas
Mchia

Graduate student at Benue State University, Makurdi-Nigeria
Nigeria Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Disorders of the nervous system
Other
Neuro ethics, bio-ethics, and Rights
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Other
Ethics of brain Computer interface
I joined ALBA because :
I am joining Alba because I wish to contribute to the research and development of the brain or neuro ethics and rights. I also wish to Alba as an avenue to network and encourage many African scholars and researchers to engage in neuro study.

Terkura T.
Mchia

Graduate student at Benue State University, Makurdi-Nigeria
Nigeria Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Neuroethology
Other
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Other
Neuro ethics, Bio-Medical Ethics and Neuro rights
I joined ALBA because :
I want to join ALBA to contribute my research to brain and neurological studies, I also wish to use ALBA platform to encourage African Studies in Neurology and encourage African Scholars to contribute to the studies in brain and neurology.

Thomas
McHugh

Professor or equivalent position at RIKEN
Japan Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (slow waves)
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
In vivo monitoring
Molecular approaches
Optical methods
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
I agree with the groups mission to improve diversity and representation in neuroscience and would like to help achieve this goal.

Carly
McIntyre-Wood

Graduate student at McMaster University
Canada Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Other
Neuroanatomical Foundations of Addiction
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Data analysis and statistics
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
I joined ALBA because :
I respect the mission of Alba and would like to be involved in such an organization.

Faye
Mcleod

Postdoctoral fellow at Newcastle University
United Kingdom
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Cell culture
Electrophysiology (synaptic physiology)
Imaging (microscopy)

Rhiannon
McNeill

Postdoctoral fellow at University Hospital Würzburg
Germany Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Genetic models and techniques
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
I joined ALBA because :
I believe in a fully-inclusive and diverse scientific community, and want to work towards this goal. When science is not inclusive, great minds are lost and progress hindered. Moreover, no-one should be made to feel not welcome in science.

Laura
Mediavilla Santos

Graduate student at University of Bristol
United Kingdom
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Circuit neuroscience
Computational neuroscience and modeling
Developmental neuroscience
Sensory systems neuroscience
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Data analysis and statistics
Imaging (microscopy)
In vivo monitoring
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
Because I believe research should be inclusive not only because it is the right thing to do but because it absolutely leads to better science, and that is the only science we should be doing.

Joanna
Medina

Postdoctoral fellow at Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania
United States
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Cell culture
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
I joined ALBA because :
I am passionate about supporting DEI initiatives at my current institution and would love to learn more about what others are doing at institutions globally to serve as a better advocate and contributor.

Dina
Medina-Vera

Graduate student at IBIMA-Universidad de Malaga
Spain Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biochemistry
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
I joined ALBA because :
I want to be part of ALBA Network to stay informed about the latest publications from this global and diverse community of neuroscientists. ALBA offers a platform for research, education, communication, and advocacy, emphasizing diversity, equity, and inclusion. Joining this network aligns with my commitment to staying updated and connected in the field.