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

GARIMA
SAINI

Graduate student at NATIONAL FORENSIC SCIENCES UNIVERSITY
India Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Computational neuroscience and modeling
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (channels)
Electrophysiology (slow waves)
I joined ALBA because :
I am a PHD Scholar studying neuropsychological correlates of monochromatic blue light, specifically theta activity generating sources and the pathway it follows which is influenced by various endogenous and exogenous factors. I want to join ALBA to connect to scientists and students working in the field of neurosciences worldwide and work along with the teams to broaden my horizon of understanding in the brain research areas and can work more efficiently. I want to keep myself actively involved in it and be updated of the groundbreaking researches which would, in turn, help me work better in this field.

Vara Prasad
Saka

Other at SRM College of Pharmacy
India Website
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Pharmacology

Anushka
Sarkar

Undergraduate student at Presidency University
India
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Developmental neuroscience
Neurogeneration and repair
Biophysics
Cell culture
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Genetic models and techniques

Aalima
Shabeeb

Other at Not Applicable
India Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Computational neuroscience and modeling
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (synaptic physiology)
Imaging (microscopy)
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
In vivo monitoring
I joined ALBA because :
I am a hign school graduate passionate about Neuroscience, and access to the field has been limited to me in more ways than one. Joining ALBA would help me find and make use of resources, an amazing professional network, amd mentorship, that would help me advance in my career and achieve my neuroscientific pursuits. Furthermore, as a Lived experience OCD researcher, ALBA's values of diversity and inclusion deeply resonate with me.

Vibha
Sharma

Lab/Research director at Early Risers
India Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Computational neuroscience and modeling
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Motor systems neuroscience
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Neuroendocrinology
Neuroengineering and robotics
Sensory systems neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
Therapeutic techniques
I joined ALBA because :
To be connected with the recent research

Swati
Sharma

Undergraduate student at Shiv Nadar University
India Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Other
Mitochondrial dysfunction
Biochemistry
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Imaging (microscopy)
I joined ALBA because :
I had been fascinated by Neuroscience since my school days. One of the primary reasons was overhearing occasional talks in the family about nerves after a family member was diagnosed with a condition. I also am deeply fascinated by the functioning of the brain and the central nervous system (especially after watching the movie Lucy).

Sunidhi
sharma

Physician/Other medical professional at RUHS College of Medical Sciences jaipur
India Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Evolutionary and comparative neuroscience
Excitable membranes and ion channels
Motor systems neuroscience
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Neuroscience of aging
Sensory systems neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (channels)
Electrophysiology (slow waves)
Electrophysiology (synaptic physiology)
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
I joined ALBA because :
to know about the opportunities for doing post doctorate in this emerging field.

SHRUTHI
SHARMA

Graduate student at National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS)
India Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
History, teaching, public awareness, and societal
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Electrophysiology (slow waves)
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
Histochemistry and tracing
In vivo monitoring
I joined ALBA because :
As I am nearing the completion of my thesis from NIMHANS and preparing to join Siddaganga Medical College as an Assistant Professor in Physiology, I am eager to establish my own neuroscience research lab. ALBA provides a valuable platform for fostering collaborations, accessing mentorship, and securing grants that will support my research goals. Through ALBA, I aim to connect with like-minded neuroscientists, contribute to diversity in brain research, and advance neuroscience in India.

SWAPNIL
SHEWALE

Professor or equivalent position at Bhavan's Hazarimal Somani College, Chowpatty, Mumbai
India Website
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Neuroendocrinology
Other
Anuran Neuroendocrinology
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
I joined ALBA because :
To stay updated in the field of neuoendocrinology and European collaborations.

RISHI
SHUKLA

Lab/Research director at Chandigarh University India
India Website
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Data analysis and statistics
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
I joined ALBA because :
To learn and contribute in this field.

Charan
Singh

Professor or equivalent position at ISF College Of Pharmacy
India Website
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Cell culture
In vivo monitoring
Pharmacology
Therapeutic techniques
I joined ALBA because :
I am working in the area of nanomedicines-based drug delivery systems to target the brain disorders. I find this ALBA network which promotes CNS disorders related activities and supply informations in the same area of research.

Deepeshwar
Singh

Professor or equivalent position at Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University
India Website
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Neurogeneration and repair
Sensory systems neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Electrophysiology (slow waves)
Electrophysiology (synaptic physiology)
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
Optical methods
I joined ALBA because :
I am a exploring the effect of Yoga, meditation and breathing techniques on human brain and cognitive functions

Harshdeep
Singh

Lab/Research director at C8H11N Solutions
India Website
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Cognitive neuroscience
Computational neuroscience and modeling
Disorders of the nervous system
Motor systems neuroscience
Neurogeneration and repair
Neuroscience of aging
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (channels)
I joined ALBA because :
My strong commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the international neuroscience community is the reason I am excited to join the ALBA Network. Having worked in a variety of educational and research environments on several continents, I am aware of the influence that a diversity of viewpoints can have on advancing scientific advancement. As a researcher and educator, the goals of the ALBA Network to advance inclusivity are in line with my own beliefs and experiences. I think that by joining this network, I will be able to support efforts that promote underrepresented communities in neuroscience in addition to growing my professional network. In addition, I intend to work with like-minded individuals to address some of the issues that the neuroscience community is experiencing, especially in terms of advancing worldwide access to education and cutting-edge research opportunities.

Arti
Singh

Professor or equivalent position at School of Health Science & Technology, UPES
India Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Excitable membranes and ion channels
Motor systems neuroscience
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Neurogeneration and repair
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Neuroscience of aging
Other
Zebrafish, Drosophila Alternatives to animals research
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
In vivo monitoring
Molecular approaches
Pharmacology
Therapeutic techniques
I joined ALBA because :
My area of research is basically focusing on development of alternative models for neurodegenerative diseases. Joining ALBA gives me opportunities for professional development and to interact with neuroscientists.

Jitendra Kumar
Sinha

Professor or equivalent position at Amity University
India Website
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Neuroscience of aging
Other
Neurobiology of Obesity
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biochemistry
Histochemistry and tracing
Molecular approaches
Species : invertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
In society discrimination on various basis has always been there. It is unfortunate to have the same thing in the science and research field where we work together for the better tomorrow. Even if it is there due to any kind of regionalism, it is not good. I was so happy to learn about ALBA that I simply fall into love with it. This is something which should be there as a normal-norm in scientific society at least. Yes, of course, I believe ALBA shall bring this new light of equality and togetherness in all of us in the coming few years and that is why I want to join ALBA and work with my colleagues for the better tomorrow.

Divya
Soni

Research/Staff scientist at Central University of Punjab
India Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Cell culture
Molecular approaches
Pharmacology
I joined ALBA because :
My current research is based on Parkinson's disease. PD is a motor disorder associated with the dopaminergic neurodegeneration in substantia nigra pars compacta. The objective of my research is to formulate nanoparticles of the gold-containing compound to improve its bioavailability in rat brains. . Considering the motive of this program which is to inspire and educate early-career neuroscientists and emerging researchers entering the neuroscience community. I would gain knowledge and experience regarding various neuroscience workshops and conferences. Since I am a research scholar, I do not have funds to cover travel expenses of international conferences, joining ALBA will help me to apply for such conferences.