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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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

Dina
Medina-Vera

Graduate student at IBIMA-Universidad de Malaga
Spain Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biochemistry
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
I joined ALBA because :
I want to be part of ALBA Network to stay informed about the latest publications from this global and diverse community of neuroscientists. ALBA offers a platform for research, education, communication, and advocacy, emphasizing diversity, equity, and inclusion. Joining this network aligns with my commitment to staying updated and connected in the field.

Pablo
Miaja Hernandez

Graduate student at CSIC/CBMSO
Spain Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Disorders of the nervous system
Other
Neurodegeneration
Biochemistry
Cell culture
Electrophysiology (synaptic physiology)
Imaging (microscopy)
I joined ALBA because :
I would like to join to get more involved in the LGTBQ scientific community and because I am highly interested in attending the seminars that are organized by ALBA

Bella
Mora-Romero

Graduate student at Instituto de Biomedicina de Sevilla
Spain Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biochemistry
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Imaging (microscopy)
I joined ALBA because :
I want to join ALBA to connect with a global, inclusive neuroscience community that values diversity and equity. As a woman and non-native English speaker, I strongly support ALBA’s mission to amplify underrepresented voices and promote equal visibility in brain research.

Jaime
Mulero Franco

Graduate student at Universidad de Castilla La Mancha
Spain Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Excitable membranes and ion channels
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biochemistry
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Electrophysiology (channels)
Electrophysiology (synaptic physiology)
Optical methods
I joined ALBA because :
I join this inclusive scientific association with the firm intention of contributing and learning in a collaborative environment. I am seeking opportunities to expand my knowledge, participate in innovative research, and connect with passionate minds who share my commitment to scientific advancement

Juan
Navarro-Lopez

Lab/Research director at University of Castilla-La Mancha
Spain Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Excitable membranes and ion channels
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Electrophysiology (slow waves)
Electrophysiology (synaptic physiology)
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
In vivo monitoring
Pharmacology
Species : vertebrate
Therapeutic techniques
I joined ALBA because :
I completely agree with ALBA principles and I would like to help to develop them if there is something I can do.

Manuel
Nieto-Diaz

Research/Staff scientist at Hospital Nacional de Parapléjicos (SESCAM)
Spain Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Biochemistry
Data analysis and statistics
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
Species : vertebrate
Therapeutic techniques
I joined ALBA because :
Because:
- I agree with the aims and ideas exposed by the ALBA network.
- I would like to get information on how to deal with inequalities
- I would like to contribute to extending these principles in my research center.

Olatz
Pampliega

Lab/Research director at Achucarro Basque Center for Neuroscience
Spain Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuroscience of aging
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biochemistry
Cell culture
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
I joined ALBA because :
To help giving visibility to underrepresented groups in Neuroscience.

Marta
Perez-Rando

Postdoctoral fellow at University of Valencia
Spain Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Neuroendocrinology
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
In vivo monitoring
Species : vertebrate
Therapeutic techniques
I joined ALBA because :
I'm interested in learning of our biases and tools to overcome them.

Mar
Petit Pedrol

Postdoctoral fellow at IDIBAPS
Spain Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Excitable membranes and ion channels
Neural/synaptic structure and function
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Biochemistry
Cell culture
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches

Julia
Pinho

Postdoctoral fellow at IMIM
Spain Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Neuroethology
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Neuroscience of aging
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
Molecular approaches
Optical methods
Pharmacology
Species : vertebrate
Therapeutic techniques
I joined ALBA because :
The role of alba is very important in equality and diversity in the Neuroscience field.

Nicolás
Pons Villanueva

Graduate student at Universitat Jaume I (UJI)
Spain Website
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Data analysis and statistics
Histochemistry and tracing
Pharmacology
I joined ALBA because :
I am joining ALBA because it provides meaningful support and opportunities for individuals from underrepresented backgrounds. Being part of this network will enable me to connect with mentors, gain insights from experienced professionals, and build relationships that are essential for my career growth and for addressing the barriers faced by marginalized groups in science.

Alejandro
Porras-Segovia

Postdoctoral fellow at Health Research Institute Fundacion Jimenez Diaz
Spain Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Evolutionary and comparative neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Data analysis and statistics
I joined ALBA because :
To give better visibility to trans people in neuropsychiatric research

M. Victoria
Puig

Professor or equivalent position at Hospital del Mar Medical Research Institute
Spain Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuroengineering and robotics
Neuropharmacology and neurochemistry
Neuroscience of aging
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Data analysis and statistics
Electrophysiology (slow waves)
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
Optical methods
Pharmacology
Therapeutic techniques

MARIA
RODRIGUEZ-AYLLON

Undergraduate student at University of Granada
Spain Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Other
Physical exercise and neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Data analysis and statistics
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
I joined ALBA because :
I really would like to be part of this network and contribute to gender equality in science. Specifically, I would like to fight for getting that women who finished their PhD and want to continue successfully their research career, would have the same possibilities than men. I see also very important to work on the data collection of gender bias to provide objective information about gender inequalities in our field. Last but not less, I would like to learn more from people in the Alba Network and share experiences.

Murielle
Saade

Lab/Research director at IBMB-CSIC
Spain Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Imaging (microscopy)
In vivo monitoring

Patricia
Sampedro-Piquero

Postdoctoral fellow at Psychology faculty. Malaga University.
Spain Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Histochemistry and tracing