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
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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

saikat
gochhait

Research/Staff scientist at Symbiosis International Deemed University
India Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Data analysis and statistics
I joined ALBA because :
Network and collaboration
Share knowledge

Sonakshi
Gupta

Undergraduate student at Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani
India Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Histochemistry and tracing
Molecular approaches
Pharmacology
I joined ALBA because :
I was impressed when I read the mission statement of the ALBA network. I come from a community where research in neuroscience still hasn't reached its potential. I believe, this platform will allow me the opportunity to access the wondrous scientific community of neuroscience led by inspiring neuroscientist and world class research.

Shiwangi
Gupta

Undergraduate student at National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute
India
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Motor systems neuroscience
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Neurogeneration and repair
Neuroscience of aging
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biochemistry
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Genetic models and techniques
Imaging (microscopy)
In vivo monitoring
Molecular approaches
Optical methods
Therapeutic techniques
I joined ALBA because :
I have huge interest in the field of neuroscience and ALBA is one such platform from where I could interact with leading researchers and scientists in the field.

Neha
Jain

Professor or equivalent position at Indian Institute of Technology Jodhpur
India Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Biochemistry
Biophysics
Cell culture
Computation, modeling, and simulation
I joined ALBA because :
To expand the network in Neurscience

Mukul
Jain

Professor or equivalent position at Parul University
India Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Biochemistry
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Cell culture
Species : invertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
To connect with other researchers (neuroscientist) and increase research colloboration

Sowmyashree Mayur
Kaku

Postdoctoral fellow at St. John's National Academy of Health Sciences
India Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
I joined ALBA because :
I was part of the FENS ALBA YIBRO Diversity grant and attended the ALBA events at FENS Virtual Forum 2020. I was happy to see many others at my career level talking about similar issues in science and otherwise. I wish to network and bring groups together to support each other through their neuroscience journey.

Vishnu
Kannan

Other at CMS College
India Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Neurogeneration and repair
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Cell culture
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
I joined ALBA because :
To get networking in science, To do collaborative work. To get in depth knowledge in the recent trends of neurobiology. To present research work in the scientific community.

S M Shayez
karim

Graduate student at Central University of South Bihar
India
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)

Guneet
Kaur

Graduate student at National Brain Research Centre
India Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Biochemistry
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
I joined ALBA because :
To be a part of the community of the same profession and be updated about the scientific advances a a global level.

Jashanpreet
Kaur

Graduate student at Chitkara University, Punjab
India Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Disorders of the nervous system
Pharmacology
I joined ALBA because :
I am joining ALBA because I believe in the power of collaboration and the importance of diversity in neuroscience. I want to contribute to research, education, and advocacy efforts that promote inclusivity and equity in the field. Being part of ALBA will allow me to connect with like-minded individuals and make a positive impact in the neuroscience community.

Ana
Khan

Other at Tata Institute of Social Sciences
India
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
History, teaching, public awareness, and societal
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Therapeutic techniques
I joined ALBA because :
To access global articles and opportunities in the Neural science field, enriching my understanding and clarifying my interests for my Graduate projects.
To find a mentor who can help me bridge the gap between my skillset and the opportunities available for me.
To learn new ideas and perspectives about how to enable equal access for under represented sections of the society and contribute in bridging that gap.

Azizuddin
Khan

Professor or equivalent position at Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, India
India Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Sensory systems neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biophysics
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (channels)
Electrophysiology (slow waves)
Electrophysiology (synaptic physiology)
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
I joined ALBA because :
I join ALBA to diversify brain research, and networking in the area of developmental disorders.

Sandhya
Koushika

Professor or equivalent position at Tata Institute of Fundamental Research
India Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Genetic models and techniques
Molecular approaches
Optical methods
I joined ALBA because :
I have been aware of ALBA's efforts in making a inclusive culture in science. I have recommended some of the youtube videos and advertised events to trainees who I know. Some trainees have come back to me and thanked me for pointing out ALBA and its resources. I have engaged in community building activities through out my career particularly focused on trainees who struggle with English, come from under privileged backgrounds, 1st generation students and women. Several such students have also worked in my own lab. I would like deeper involvement with ALBA and think its mission is important worldwide.

Nikhil
Kumar

Graduate student at Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi
India Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Biochemistry
Cell culture
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches

Amit
Kumar

Graduate student at CSIR-Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology,
India Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biochemistry
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
Pharmacology
Species : vertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
It is a diverse network that helps Neuroscientists across the globe. Last year during SfN at Chicago, I attended one of a social events organized by ALBA network and it was really amazing to see diverse people in Neuroscience. This made me join the group.

Govardhan
Kumar R

Other at Indian Institute of Science
India
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Evolutionary and comparative neuroscience
Motor systems neuroscience
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Neuroendocrinology
Neurogeneration and repair
Neuroscience of aging
I joined ALBA because :
Alba Network provides a profound platform of opportunities in the field of Neurosciences. As an early-career researcher, it helps me to meet and appreciate people s research work in this field. This indeed enables the essential discipline which is to be followed to pursue my interests and build a career ahead.