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

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

Zora
Schickardt

Graduate student at University Hospital Würzburg
Germany Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (synaptic physiology)
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
I joined ALBA because :
I am joining the Alba Network to engage with fellow researchers, share and gain knowledge on bias in research, and contribute to efforts aimed at creating a more equitable and inclusive research environment. I seek to actively participate in initiatives that drive positive change within the scientific community.

Samantha
Schmaul

Postdoctoral fellow at University medical center Mainz
Germany
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Disorders of the nervous system
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Cell culture
Genetic models and techniques
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
I like the idea of connecting all scientists independent of their origin.

Mathias
Schmidt

Professor or equivalent position at MPI of Psychiatry
Germany Website
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuroendocrinology
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Genetic models and techniques
Molecular approaches
Pharmacology
Species : vertebrate
Therapeutic techniques
I joined ALBA because :
Because equality should be a standard not worth mentioning, but it unfortunately is not in many areas and this needs to be changed.

Anna
Schroeder

Professor or equivalent position at Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich
Germany Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Sensory systems neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Electrophysiology (synaptic physiology)
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
Optical methods
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
I am joining the ALBA Network to actively promote diversity and inclusion in neuroscience, with a focus on supporting women in science. My ongoing commitment to mentorship, advocacy, and outreach aligns with ALBA’s mission to create a more equitable scientific community through meaningful initiatives and global collaborations.

Rosari Naveena
Selvan

Graduate student at Institute of Psychology, University of Münster
Germany Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cognitive neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Data analysis and statistics
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
I joined ALBA because :
The main reason to join Alba is to join hands to fight discrimination, celebrate diversity and support equity in science especially in academia.

Mari
Sepp

Postdoctoral fellow at Heidelberg University
Germany Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Evolutionary and comparative neuroscience
Cell culture
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
I am enthusiastic about contributing to the collective effort of creating a positive and equitable research environment where everyone can flourish. I firmly believe that diversity sparks creativity and innovation.

Afrooz
Seyedebrahimi

Research/Staff scientist at Universität Osnabrück
Germany
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Computational neuroscience and modeling
Neuroengineering and robotics
Neuroscience of aging
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (channels)
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)

Nesrin
Sharif

Postdoctoral fellow at University Medical Center Mainz
Germany Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
I joined ALBA because :
Diversity and inclusion are non-negotiable in the scientific community. The inherent uniqueness of each individual scientist only enriches our collective knowledge and drives scientific innovation.

Vasileia
Skrimpa

Graduate student at University of Cologne
Germany
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cognitive neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans

Ginevra
Sperandio

Undergraduate student at UKSH
Germany Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Computational neuroscience and modeling
Developmental neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Data analysis and statistics
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
I joined ALBA because :
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.

Vanessa
Stempel

Professor or equivalent position at Max Planck Institute for Brain Research
Germany Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Neuroethology
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Electrophysiology (synaptic physiology)
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
Imaging (microscopy)
Pharmacology
I joined ALBA because :
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.

Thomas
Stieglitz

Professor or equivalent position at University of Freiburg
Germany
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Neuroengineering and robotics
Other
Implantable devices
Other
Neural Probe development
I joined ALBA because :
Diversity brings benefit to all parts of society.

Oliver
Stork

Professor or equivalent position at Magdeburg University
Germany Website
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biochemistry
Cell culture
Electrophysiology (slow waves)
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Molecular approaches
Species : vertebrate

Andrew
Straw

Professor or equivalent position at University of Freiburg
Germany Website
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Circuit neuroscience
Neuroethology
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Imaging (microscopy)
Optical methods
Species : invertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
To support under represented groups and to help fix the "leaky pipeline".

Gowthaman
Suresh babu

Graduate student at Ruhr University Bochum
Germany Website
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Neurogeneration and repair
Biochemistry
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
I joined ALBA because :
As a PhD student in cellular neuroscience, I believe in the importance of diversity and inclusivity in scientific research. I am eager to connect with like-minded individuals who are committed to fostering an equitable scientific community. I am also looking forward to learning from the experiences of others, sharing my own insights, and contributing to the network’s mission. I believe that being part of this network will enrich my research and understanding and allow me to contribute to the broader cause of promoting diversity in neuroscience.

Alessandro
Tavano

Research/Staff scientist at Goethe University Frankfurt
Germany Website
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Computational neuroscience and modeling
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (slow waves)
I joined ALBA because :
Because I am a first generation status, gay man in science and each component thrives on the other two.
I see Alba's network as a chance to develop my career, network, and get to know interesting people.