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

Jelena
Brasanac

Postdoctoral fellow at Charite Universitätsmedizin Berlin
Germany Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Data analysis and statistics
Molecular approaches
I joined ALBA because :
I deeply share Alba's mission and vision and want to actively contribute to its important work as well as connect with like-minded scientists.

Katharina
Brosch

Postdoctoral fellow at University of Marburg, Germany
Germany
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Data analysis and statistics
Genetic models and techniques
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)

Sarah
Buchholz

Graduate student at Medical Center - University Freiburg
Germany Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Sensory systems neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
Imaging (microscopy)
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
I think it is very important to advance the neurosciences together. Above all, individuality and tolerance are important to me. I would like to be part of a network that supports precisely this and offers me the opportunity to exchange ideas with like-minded people.

Daniela
Buchwald

Other at Ottobock
Germany Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Motor systems neuroscience
Sensory systems neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (channels)
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
I'd like to support Alba's mission to improve diversity and equity in the brain sciences.

Laura
Busse

Professor or equivalent position at LMU Munich
Germany Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Circuit neuroscience
Computational neuroscience and modeling
Sensory systems neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
Species : vertebrate

Sandrina
Campos Maçãs

Graduate student at Uniklinik Köln
Germany
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Neuroscience of aging
Cell culture
Genetic models and techniques
Imaging (microscopy)
I joined ALBA because :
I am a neuroscientist and I think by being a member of this network, I will have the opportunity to know more and be part of the events/ activities.

Lídia
Cantacorps

Postdoctoral fellow at German Institute for Human Nutrition/Deutsches Institut für Ernährungsforschung (DIfE)
Germany Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biochemistry
Data analysis and statistics
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
I joined ALBA because :
To contribute to Alba's actions of raising awareness on gender equity and diversity issues in neuroscience research (and in society, in general). This collaborative network structure will serve as a support among researchers to seek solutions and draw an strategy.

Silvia
Cappello

Professor or equivalent position at Max Planck Institute of Psychiatry
Germany Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Evolutionary and comparative neuroscience
Biochemistry
Cell and tissue transplantation
Cell culture
Electrophysiology (synaptic physiology)
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
In vivo monitoring
Molecular approaches
Species : vertebrate

Pritima
Chainani-Barta

Other at International Leadership Coach and Consultant
Germany Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Other
Interculture and Diversity, Applied Neuroscience, Cultural Neuroscience
Other
I joined ALBA because :
I was referred to you by the Cluster of Excellence Journal Club for Diversity and Responsible Research and Innovation (DRIVERS) at the Charité in Berlin. I am an intercultural trainer and coach and interested in the connection between neuroscience and diversity as the two are closely related. I am looking for a network where I can gain more knowledge and connect with peers and experts

Andreea
Constantinescu

Graduate student at University of Lübeck
Germany
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Neuroendocrinology
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
In vivo monitoring
Pharmacology
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
I believe in making science a fairer field. I believe that passion for knowledge and enthusiasm for science are not dependent on age, gender, nationality or financial ability. The development of knowledge as a basic driver of scientific research should not be capitalized on, as it excludes people and ideas based solely on their financial possibilities. I would love to be engaged in an association that "levels" the playing field.

Livia
de Hoz

Lab/Research director at Charité - Medical University Berlin
Germany Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Sensory systems neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (slow waves)
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
Gender (and other) biases exist. I am interested in learning about the form they take and the impact they have in order to undertand the effect theyx have on my career and that of others. As a participant in mentoring programs for school children and highschool women, I want to be informed.

Katrina
Deane

Graduate student at Leibniz Institute for Neurobiology
Germany Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Excitable membranes and ion channels
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Sensory systems neuroscience
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (channels)
In vivo monitoring
Optical methods
Pharmacology
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
I am looking for ways to proactively strengthen my network. I found this while looking for #FENS2020 on twitter to see who might be going.

Luisa
Demarchi

Graduate student at University of Regensburg
Germany Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Neuroendocrinology
I joined ALBA because :
I align with the mission of ALBA network and am eager to play an active role in advancing the cause of inclusivity and equity within the field of neuroscience.

Anastasia (Natascha)
Diamantopoulou

Research/Staff scientist at Goethe University Frankfurt
Germany Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
Genetic models and techniques
In vivo monitoring
Optical methods
Species : vertebrate

Ilka
Diester

Professor or equivalent position at University of Freiburg
Germany Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Motor systems neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
In vivo monitoring
Optical methods
Species : vertebrate

Julia
Ditzer

Graduate student at TU Dresden
Germany Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Developmental neuroscience
Other
Neuropsychology
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Data analysis and statistics
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
I joined ALBA because :
I would like to join ALBA as it resonates deeply with my aspirations in brain sciences. The mission of promoting equity and diversity, spearheaded by leading neuroscientists, aligns perfectly with my vision for a more inclusive scientific community. The network's goals, ranging from countering bias through best practices to providing networking and mentoring opportunities for underrepresented groups, truly speak to my passion for creating a more equitable environment in science. I am drawn to the tangible actions that ALBA is taking, such as establishing declarations, curating essential resources, hosting impactful events, and advocating for change at different levels.