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

Ting
Li

Postdoctoral fellow at Vrije Amsterdam University
Netherlands Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Disorders of the nervous system
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Data analysis and statistics
I joined ALBA because :
I got recommendation from my supervisors. I wish to have more connection and network with other scientists.

Allison
McDonald

Graduate student at Amsterdam UMC
Netherlands Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Data analysis and statistics
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
In vivo monitoring
Optical methods
Pharmacology
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
Because I support the mission of Alba and would like to contribute.

Margot
Morssinkhof

Postdoctoral fellow at Amsterdam UMC
Netherlands Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Neuroendocrinology
Data analysis and statistics
Pharmacology
I joined ALBA because :
I study sex differences in sleep and emotions, and I feel like this topic is still undervalued in neuroscience.

Sofia
Puvogel

Postdoctoral fellow at RadboudUMC
Netherlands Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Computational neuroscience and modeling
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Cell culture
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (channels)
Electrophysiology (slow waves)
Electrophysiology (synaptic physiology)
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
Genetic models and techniques
Molecular approaches
I joined ALBA because :
As a Latin American woman, mother, and scientist living and working in Europe, I would like to network with other scientists who feel underrepresented in the field.

Danai
Riga

Postdoctoral fellow at Brain Center, UMC Utrecht
Netherlands Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biochemistry
Electrophysiology (synaptic physiology)
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Molecular approaches
Optical methods
Pharmacology
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
Joining the Alba network to support diversification of STEM, amplify the voices of URMs, and promote equal opportunities for all.

Patricia Bernadeta
Rujoiu

Graduate student at Maastricht University
Netherlands Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cognitive neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuroendocrinology
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
I joined ALBA because :
My main focus is on the effect of menstruation and menstrual disorders on women's ADHD, a highly understudied topic. Women can be severely affected by their ADHD symptoms, which can worsen due to hormonal dysregulation. Alba seems like the perfect platform to start spreading awareness on the subject.

Saige
Rutherford

Graduate student at Donders Institute, Radboud University Medical Center
Netherlands Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Cognitive neuroscience
Computational neuroscience and modeling
Developmental neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Biophysics
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Data analysis and statistics
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
I joined ALBA because :
To network with other scientists interested in building a more diverse future of science.

Jeniffer
Sanguino Gómez

Graduate student at University of Amsterdam
Netherlands Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Neuroendocrinology
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biochemistry
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Species : vertebrate

Carla
Silva

Research/Staff scientist at UMCU
Netherlands Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Cell culture
Imaging (microscopy)
I joined ALBA because :
Although I mentored several women and shared with them my personal and professional background and experiences I have never joined a network of researchers aiming at working together towards better supporting researchers from under represented backgrounds. I believe that sharing experiences and having a more active role in a group like Alba will finally put me into more direct contact with researchers for under represented groups, become more visible and in consequence have a more active role in supporting young researchers that I could develop and mentor for the completion of a successful career in neuroscience.

Kim
van der Sanden

Graduate student at Radboudumc
Netherlands
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :

Judith
van Leeuwen

Postdoctoral fellow at Radboudumc
Netherlands Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Neuroendocrinology
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)

Karen
Vertessen

Graduate student at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Netherlands Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cognitive neuroscience

Dana
Vulaj

Graduate student at Donders Institute for Brain, Behavior, and Cognition
Netherlands Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
History, teaching, public awareness, and societal
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Data analysis and statistics
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
I joined ALBA because :
As I am early in my career and hold similar values and mission as this origination, I would like to surround myself with academics that I align with in terms of values, can relate with, and can look up to.

Corette
Wierenga

Lab/Research director at Utrecht University
Netherlands Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Excitable membranes and ion channels
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Biophysics
Electrophysiology (synaptic physiology)
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
Optical methods
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
I only recently heard of this initiative and I think this is an important and positive development in science that I wholeheartedly support.

Lin
Zhang

Postdoctoral fellow at Netherlands Institute for Neuroscience
Netherlands Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuroendocrinology
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Biochemistry
Data analysis and statistics
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
I joined ALBA because :
I hope to apply for the ALBA travel grant to support my trip to FENS 2026.

Lan
Zhou

Graduate student at University Medical Center Of Groningen
Netherlands Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Data analysis and statistics
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
I joined ALBA because :
Alba offers a unique opportunity for collaboration and learning from experts and peers in the field. I believe that through collective effort and shared knowledge, we can drive positive change and foster a more inclusive environment for all. As someone who may have experienced some of the challenges faced by underrepresented groups, I am eager to be part of an organization that actively supports and empowers individuals from diverse backgrounds.