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

Smart chidi
Oparaugo

Graduate student at University of Port Harcourt
Nigeria Website
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Cell and tissue transplantation
Cell culture
Histochemistry and tracing
I joined ALBA because :
As a graduate neuroscientist with indept passion on the brain based research, I believe Alba will help in actualizing my dreams and also meet great neuroscientist in Alba

Javier
Orlandi

Professor or equivalent position at University of Calgary
Canada Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Computational neuroscience and modeling
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biophysics
Cell culture
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Data analysis and statistics
Imaging (microscopy)
In vivo monitoring
Optical methods
I joined ALBA because :
Equity, diversity, and inclusion in research elevates the entire community, but computational neuroscience is still a field where large sectors of the population are underrepresented and facing barriers to entry. We need to build strong networks to support the next generation of researchers.

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

Mahmoud
Osama

Undergraduate student at Zagazig University Faculty of Medicine
Egypt Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Motor systems neuroscience
Neurogeneration and repair
Sensory systems neuroscience
I joined ALBA because :
Since my first year of medical school, I have been always interested in neurology, especially neuro-oncology and the underlying molecular biology of developing brain tumors. I enjoy navigating and conducting research in the field of neuroscience. I recently published a review article on a novel oncogene that enhances malignant glioma progression: Astrocyte elevated gene-1. I am eager to maintain my interest in neurology and look forward to enhancing my knowledge and enthusiasm by being a member of ALBA Network. This membership may allow me to communicate with neurologists from all over the world and share our ideas and thoughts.

Srdjan
Ostojic

Professor or equivalent position at Ecole Normale Superieure Paris
France Website
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Computational neuroscience and modeling
Computation, modeling, and simulation
I joined ALBA because :
To help promote and increase diversity within neuroscience, to keep informed about initiatives in that area, and to help with mentoring.

Aaron
Ostrovsky

Postdoctoral fellow at Champalimaud Foundation
Portugal
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Data analysis and statistics
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Species : vertebrate

Martin
Osugo

Graduate student at King's College London
United Kingdom Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Motor systems neuroscience
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Data analysis and statistics
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
Molecular approaches
Pharmacology
Therapeutic techniques
I joined ALBA because :
My research interest is in schizophrenia, a disorder which disproportionately affects black people in the USA/Europe. Black people also suffer from poorer outcomes once diagnosed. As a member of this under-represented group in neuroscience, I am passionate about improving these outcomes and I think that working collaboratively will be invaluable.

Abaz
OUEDRAOGO

Graduate student at Teaching hospital Souro Sanou
Burkina Faso
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Excitable membranes and ion channels
Motor systems neuroscience
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Sensory systems neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Biochemistry
Cell and tissue transplantation
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (channels)
Electrophysiology (synaptic physiology)
Imaging (microscopy)
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
Molecular approaches
Therapeutic techniques
I joined ALBA because :
To discover and share neurological sciences

Zakaria
Ouhaz

Professor or equivalent position at Institut Superieur des Professions Infirmieres et Techniques de la Sante
Morocco Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biochemistry
Data analysis and statistics
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
In vivo monitoring
Molecular approaches
Optical methods
Pharmacology
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
I learned about the Alba network mission during the 9th meeting of the Mediterranean Society for Neuroscience held in Tunisia last week. Diversity, cultural bias, merit, and equity are very important to me and have affected my career in different ways, especially when I was based in Europe.
I think that joining the Alba network will enable me to represent the voice of African and Middle Eastern neuroscientists.

Tiago
Outeiro

Professor or equivalent position at University Medical Center Goettingen
Germany Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Biochemistry
Cell culture
Genetic models and techniques
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
Species : invertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
I consider promoting gender equality and balance, and diversity, is a task that everyone should contribute to

Bamidele Victor
Owoyele

Professor or equivalent position at University of Ilorin
Nigeria Website
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Sensory systems neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Pharmacology
Therapeutic techniques
I joined ALBA because :
My joining ALBA is aligned with the vision of promoting diversity, equity and inclusiveness in neuroscience

Oluyinka
Oyeniji

Graduate student at De Montfort University
United Kingdom
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Cognitive neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
History, teaching, public awareness, and societal
Neuroengineering and robotics
Other
Neuroethics
Data analysis and statistics
I joined ALBA because :
To promote neuroethics within the African context, interact with peers and learn new knowledge

David
Oyeniran

Graduate student at Laboratory for Experimental and Translational Neurobiology (LETNeu), University of Medical Sciences (UNIMED), Ondo
Nigeria Website
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Data analysis and statistics
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
I joined ALBA because :
Alba membership will give me international updates on Webinars, training, conferences, and workshops in which I can participate. It will also allow me to meet with collaborators in the field for proper diversity and inclusion in my research. it will also allow me to be able to apply for funds to support my research, and publication and attend conferences to ensure diversity. Also to be an advocate for diversity in neurosciences.

Taiwo
Oyeniran

Graduate student at University of Ibadan, Nigeria
Nigeria Website
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Motor systems neuroscience
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Neuroendocrinology
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Neuroscience of aging
Sensory systems neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Cell and tissue transplantation
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (synaptic physiology)
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
Optical methods
Species : invertebrate
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
I am joining Alba so as to tap more from the world of neuroscience.

Ahmad
Ozair

Physician/Other medical professional at King George's Medical University
India Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Disorders of the nervous system
History, teaching, public awareness, and societal
Neuroethology
Other
neurosurgery, neuroethics, traumatic brain injury
Data analysis and statistics
I joined ALBA because :
I wish to join Alba in order to enhance the global representation in neuroscience of scientists working in developing nations.

Mehmet Ridvan
Ozdede

Graduate student at Firat University
Türkiye
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Neuroendocrinology
Cell culture
Imaging (microscopy)