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

Tobias
Pohl

Graduate student at University of Regensburg
Germany Website
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Neuroendocrinology
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Molecular approaches

Jaime A.
Riascos-Salas

Graduate student at Potsdam University
Germany Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Motor systems neuroscience
Neuroengineering and robotics
Sensory systems neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (channels)
I joined ALBA because :
ALBA is a community where the voices of scientists from under-represented regions can be heard. I want to contribute and be one of those voices to share our knowledge from our background and culture.

Juan Luis
Riquelme

Graduate student at Max Planck Institute for Brain Research
Germany Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Computational neuroscience and modeling
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Data analysis and statistics
I joined ALBA because :
I want to continue to educate myself on the issues of the lack of diversity and unequal opportunities in neuroscience and to learn how I can be an active part of the solution.

Mohammed
Saif

Undergraduate student at University medicine Goettingen
Germany
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Biochemistry
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Genetic models and techniques
Imaging (microscopy)

Mathias
Schmidt

Professor or equivalent position at MPI of Psychiatry
Germany Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuroendocrinology
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Genetic models and techniques
Molecular approaches
Pharmacology
Species : vertebrate
Therapeutic techniques
I joined ALBA because :
Because equality should be a standard not worth mentioning, but it unfortunately is not in many areas and this needs to be changed.

Thomas
Stieglitz

Professor or equivalent position at University of Freiburg
Germany
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Neuroengineering and robotics
Other
Implantable devices
Other
Neural Probe development
I joined ALBA because :
Diversity brings benefit to all parts of society.

Oliver
Stork

Professor or equivalent position at Magdeburg University
Germany Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biochemistry
Cell culture
Electrophysiology (slow waves)
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Molecular approaches
Species : vertebrate

Andrew
Straw

Professor or equivalent position at University of Freiburg
Germany Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Circuit neuroscience
Neuroethology
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Imaging (microscopy)
Optical methods
Species : invertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
To support under represented groups and to help fix the "leaky pipeline".

Gowthaman
Suresh babu

Graduate student at Ruhr University Bochum
Germany Website
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Neurogeneration and repair
Biochemistry
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
I joined ALBA because :
As a PhD student in cellular neuroscience, I believe in the importance of diversity and inclusivity in scientific research. I am eager to connect with like-minded individuals who are committed to fostering an equitable scientific community. I am also looking forward to learning from the experiences of others, sharing my own insights, and contributing to the network’s mission. I believe that being part of this network will enrich my research and understanding and allow me to contribute to the broader cause of promoting diversity in neuroscience.

Alessandro
Tavano

Research/Staff scientist at Goethe University Frankfurt
Germany Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Computational neuroscience and modeling
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (slow waves)
I joined ALBA because :
Because I am a first generation status, gay man in science and each component thrives on the other two.
I see Alba's network as a chance to develop my career, network, and get to know interesting people.

Abhinav
Valada

Lab/Research director at University of Freiburg
Germany Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Cognitive neuroscience
Computational neuroscience and modeling
Motor systems neuroscience
Sensory systems neuroscience
Other
AI
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Other
AI

Andreas
Vlachos

Department head at University of Freiburg
Germany Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Computational neuroscience and modeling
Excitable membranes and ion channels
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Neurogeneration and repair
Cell culture
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Electrophysiology (channels)
Electrophysiology (synaptic physiology)
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
Optical methods
Pharmacology
Species : vertebrate
Therapeutic techniques
I joined ALBA because :
I'm joining the ALBA network because their commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in brain sciences aligns with my values. Ensuring access to opportunities, regardless of backgrounds, is crucial. Together we can drive meaningful change!

Surbhit
Wagle

Graduate student at Institute of Experimental Epileptology and Cognition Research University Hospital Bonn
Germany Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Computational neuroscience and modeling
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Biophysics
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Data analysis and statistics
I joined ALBA because :
I am joining Alba because as an Indian graduate student in germany I would like to learn techniques to identify and countract biases in the field of neuroscience research. I would also be intereseted to learn and socialize with other member's to make connections and find career opportunities.

Shahaf
Weiss

Postdoctoral fellow at Max-Planck
Germany Website
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Evolutionary and comparative neuroscience
Neuroethology
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
In vivo monitoring
Species : vertebrate

Hamed
Yeganegi

Graduate student at Technical University of Munich
Germany
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Computational neuroscience and modeling
Neuroengineering and robotics
Neuroethology
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (slow waves)
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
Optical methods
Species : invertebrate
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
I support the philosophy behind ALBA network, as trying to provide equal chance for every person who shows interest in perusing research in neuroscience.