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

Bruno Dupon
Akamba Ambamba

Graduate student at University of yaounde 1
Cameroon Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Computational neuroscience and modeling
Developmental neuroscience
Motor systems neuroscience
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Neuroscience of aging
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biochemistry
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
In vivo monitoring
Molecular approaches
Pharmacology
Therapeutic techniques
I joined ALBA because :
To access a community of professionals and experts in the field of neuroscience,
take advantage of training, workshops to improve my skills and stay up to date in the field
increase my visibility through opportunities to present my scientific work
participate in promising initiatives and projects with other researchers

Wanyu
Bertrand Yuwong

Postdoctoral fellow at University of Buea
Cameroon Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Neuroscience of aging
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Data analysis and statistics
Pharmacology
I joined ALBA because :
I am joining ALBA to foster collaboration, promoting equity, inclusion and diversity in neuroscience. as an advocate for brain research and neuroscience outreach, I believe ALBA’s mission aligns with my goals to contribute to a more inclusive and diverse scientific community while advancing research.

Jean Philippe
Djientcheu Tientcheu

Graduate student at University of Yaoundé I
Cameroon Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Cognitive neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Pharmacology
I joined ALBA because :
to help raise awareness about mental disorders and to provide my humble contribution in strengthening collaboration among neuroscientists on one hand and between senior neuroscientists and young neuroscientists on the other hand for better research outcomes so as to produce a great impact in that battle against neurodegenerative diseases

Sabine Adeline
Fanta Yadang

Lab/Research director at Institute of Medical Research and Medicinal Plants Studies
Cameroon Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Neuroscience of aging
Biochemistry
Cell culture
Histochemistry and tracing
Molecular approaches
Pharmacology
I joined ALBA because :
ALBA Network is dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in brain sciences. By joining ALBA, I will become part of a global community of neuroscientists committed to creating a more inclusive and equitable scientific environment. This network offers various opportunities ranging from professional development, networking, and advocacy, which are important to empower scientists from underrepresented groups like me.

YOLANDE SANDRINE
MENGUE NGADENA

Professor or equivalent position at University of Yaoundé 1
Cameroon Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Neuroendocrinology
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Neuroscience of aging
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biochemistry
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Pharmacology
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
I want to build a network and improve my skills as a neuroscientist. Moreover, the ALBA platform will allow me mentoring opportunities to promote my careers both as a researcher and a learner.

Frédérique Nadia
NEZOUMNE

Undergraduate student at The University of Maroua
Cameroon Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Data analysis and statistics
Imaging (microscopy)
In vivo monitoring
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
I want to be a member of ALBA to be better informed about scientific advances, organized neuroscientific forums and meetings and also to be better integrated into the scientific community.

Gwladys Temkou
Ngoupaye

Professor or equivalent position at University of Dschang
Cameroon Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuroscience of aging
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biochemistry
Pharmacology
I joined ALBA because :
Because Alba promotes diversity and inclusion in Brain science and facilitates education and Mentoring. Being part of this network will help and allow me to learn from my peers and be a part of the chain to make this more effective wherever I am.

Mabou Talom
Symphorien

Graduate student at University of Yaounde 1
Cameroon Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Cognitive neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Motor systems neuroscience
Neuroendocrinology
Neurogeneration and repair
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Neuroscience of aging
Sensory systems neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (synaptic physiology)
Histochemistry and tracing
Pharmacology
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
To extend my network in neuroscience and bring my contribution to this vaste domain.

NGOUNGOURE NDAM
VIVIANE LAURE

Postdoctoral fellow at University of Yaounde I, Cameroon and University of the Free State, South Africa
Cameroon Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Biochemistry
Cell culture
Molecular approaches
Pharmacology
I joined ALBA because :
Becoming a member of ALBA NETWORK is a great opportunity for me as an early researcher in the field of neuroscience to gain more visibility and also to increase my networking which is important for a researcher.