Membership

As a woman in neuroscience, I am acutely aware of the gender disparities that persist in our field. The underrepresentation of women not only limits the diversity of perspectives but also hampers the collective progress of neuroscience. I am motivated to apply to a network devoted to equity in neuroscience because I believe in the transformative power of fostering an inclusive environment. By actively participating in a network committed to equity, I aim to contribute to breaking down barriers, advocating for equal opportunities, and empowering women in neuroscience. This network serves as a platform for collaboration, mentorship, and the exchange of experiences, allowing us to collectively address and overcome the challenges faced by women in our field. Through my involvement, I aspire to be a part of the positive change needed to create a more equitable and diverse landscape in neuroscience, ultimately enriching the scientific community with a broader range of talents and perspectives.

Alba is a pioneering platform for neuroscientists to advocate for a diversity and inclusion in our network of scientists, and has driven noticeable and necessary changes in the visibility of these issues. I would be very happy to contribute to this as part of a structured organisation whose actions are as far reaching.

I, Lara-Marie (She/ Her), am very eager to join Alba, as I am in the pre-foundation phase of a StartUp, which aims to support patients with bipolar disorder, regarding communication with relatives about upcoming early warning signs of mania. I am a medical doctor with a disability, more specifically schizoaffective disorder.

to stay in touch with the Network

I want to support its mission, and learn more about how I can recognize and counteract my own biases

I believe there is always something to learn to make our labs more diverse and equitable for all it's members.

Diversity moves science forward. Diversity of thought stems from diversity of experience. How better to achieve this than through the promotion of diversity in scientists?

One of my PhD students told me about Alba from ECNP conference and I like your goals and to connect with like-minded researchers about improving equity and diversity in science.

Joining ALBA aligns with my experiences as a Taiwanese female neuroscientist in Berlin, where I've faced unique challenges. I'm eager to contribute my perspective, collaborate with diverse professionals, and promote cultural understanding within brain sciences. ALBA's initiatives will help me create a more inclusive research environment, directly impacting my field and the wider scientific community.

I have been an elected student representative of our Bio faculty's equalty council for more than 3 years now, fighting for equal opportunities and diversity within my university. I would now like to take my efforts outside my institution and promote these ideas more globally. I would furthermore like to connect with similar-minded Neuroscientists of all levels in Academia, especially in light of the current pandemic's challenges on international networking.
It would be a joy and an honour to join the ALBA network and be a part of this much needed change!