Membership

I am committed to the field and to training, and promoting underrepresented minorities in neuroscience research to ultimately cultivate an environment that is diverse in thought, culture, and science.

I want to support inclusion and equity in neuroscience research.

I recently became an ALBA member and made a presentation on LGBT inclusion in brain science during the ALBA webinar on diversity issues in Latin America. The enlightening set of presentations and encouraging discussions during this webinar inspired me to boost my participation in the ALBA network. I believe diversity among members of leading teams is important for implementing comprehensive and inclusive policies. Thus, I considered that my personal history as a brain scientist born in Latin America and a member of the LGBTQ community could contribute to this goal.

I immigrated to the US when I was in high school in order to pursue educational opportunities to escape poverty. Having benefited tremendously from diversity and outreach programs, I know firsthand the impact of initiatives that promote inclusivity and am eager to give back.

I am eager to join the ALBA Network to actively contribute to its mission of promoting equity and diversity in the brain sciences. My background in clinical medicine and biomedical informatics has highlighted the critical need for inclusive practices and diverse perspectives in neuroscience research and application. I am particularly drawn to ALBA's commitment to empowering scientists as advocates for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), promoting best practices to counteract bias, and providing professional development opportunities for underrepresented groups. By becoming a member, I aim to collaborate with like-minded professionals to develop and implement strategies that foster inclusivity within the neuroscience community. I am also interested in participating in ALBA's initiatives, such as networking events and mentoring programs, to support the career development of underrepresented neuroscientists.
Joining ALBA aligns with my personal and professional goals of advocating for equitable opportunities and creating a more inclusive environment in the field of brain sciences.

I believe in Alba's mission, I want to learn more and support DEI better in my research and career as a neuroscientist.

I want to be a part of an organization that is devoted to galvanizing the neuroscience community to be a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment.

I believe that joining Alba will bring opportunities for growth and career development in science.

I am a great admirer of providing equal opportunists to all in science. I can contribute to the Alba group by promoting diversity and ensuring equality by volunteering Alba's working group. To promote inclusive and diversity culture in brain research.

The ALBA aim of fostering equity and diversity aligns well with one of my ambitions of promoting diversity and inclusion in neuroscience and public health. There are more to be learned and harnessed in advancing science by working with people from different backgrounds and population groups.

I am joining Alba because I see a need to enhance the diversity and inclusion in science by promoting the recruitment and retainment of historically excluded minorities in science. The mission of the Alba Network aligns with my values and I hope that I can learn from the network of members and also contribute to the community.

As a child of migrants and a current aspiring physician scientist, I have benefitted tremendously from training environments that promote diverse and inclusive academic cultures. I hope to support and champion efforts like those of the ALBA network to help improve our community for the future.

I'm passionate about the topic and make the field better. For me, it is about effecting structural, institutional, and attitudinal change. I am the father of two biracial women (trans and bi). So it is also about allyship.