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

Jasmine
Sarkar

Graduate student at University of Leeds
United Kingdom Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neurogeneration and repair
Neuroscience of aging
Biochemistry
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Cell culture
Data analysis and statistics
Genetic models and techniques
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
I joined ALBA because :
I came across ALBA network recently while checking out other neuroscience associations and found it quite intriguing. It is a perfect platform to share and support authentic science research and related activities and I would like to join to gain knowledge and experience to the best of my capabilities.

Leticia
Sarli

Graduate student at Universidad de Palermo
Argentina Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Data analysis and statistics
I joined ALBA because :
Brain sciences have been dominated by WEIRD brains (Western, Educated, Industrialized, Rich and Democratic). Most times, also male and cisgender. For me, joining a network of scientist and science communicators who actively work to reverse those biases is important both professionally and personally, because I don't tick all those boxes.

Dhanashri
Satav

Graduate student at University of South Florida
United States Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Biochemistry
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Cell culture
Genetic models and techniques
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
I joined ALBA because :
Joining Alba will help me more in-depth knowledge in Neuroscience. It will provide me with a platform for connection and space for membership. It will also provide the access to the most up-to-date information and professional development and engaging with the other members.

Roxana
Sava

Graduate student at University of Manchester
United Kingdom Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Disorders of the nervous system
Neurogeneration and repair
Biochemistry
Cell and tissue transplantation
Cell culture
Histochemistry and tracing
Therapeutic techniques
I joined ALBA because :
I want to contribute to promoting diversity in neuroscience.

Neil
Savalia

Graduate student at Yale School of Medicine
United States Website
OrcID
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Computational neuroscience and modeling
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
Data analysis and statistics
Imaging (microscopy)
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
In vivo monitoring
Optical methods
Pharmacology
Species : vertebrate
Therapeutic techniques
I joined ALBA because :
As a child of migrants and a current aspiring physician scientist, I have benefitted tremendously from training environments that promote diverse and inclusive academic cultures. I hope to support and champion efforts like those of the ALBA network to help improve our community for the future.

Nawras
Sawafta

Physician/Other medical professional at Al-Quds University
Palestinian Territories Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Other
Neurophysiology
Electrophysiology (slow waves)
I joined ALBA because :
I am writing to express my interest in joining the Alba Network, as I deeply admire your commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion within the neuroscience community. I am particularly drawn to Alba’s efforts to address gender and diversity imbalances in neuroscience. I believe that diverse perspectives lead to better science, and I am committed to contributing to initiatives that promote equity, not only in brain sciences but also across healthcare sectors.

Ella
Say

Research/Staff scientist at Stanford University
United States Website
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Circuit neuroscience
Computational neuroscience and modeling
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Data analysis and statistics
Imaging (microscopy)
I joined ALBA because :
I'm interesting in joining a network of neurosciences globally and hoping to find opportunities for mentorship and volunteering to give back to the community.

Kristin
Scaplen

Professor or equivalent position at Bryant University
United States Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Circuit neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in non-human animal
Electrophysiology (unit activity)
Histochemistry and tracing
Imaging (microscopy)
Species : invertebrate
I joined ALBA because :
To support the promotion of diversity in neuroscience

Jolien
Schaeverbeke

Postdoctoral fellow at KU Leuven
Belgium Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Cognitive neuroscience
Neuroscience of aging
Biochemistry
Bioinformatics/Neuroinformatics
Data analysis and statistics
Imaging (microscopy)
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)

Anna-Chiara
Schaub

Postdoctoral fellow at UPK Basel
Switzerland Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Behavioral neuroscience
Cognitive neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Computation, modeling, and simulation
Data analysis and statistics
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)
I joined ALBA because :
It was very inspiring to hear about the network at ecnp 2023 and I want to be more involved in the related topics.

Eitan
Schechtman

Professor or equivalent position at University of California Irvine
United States
Gender : Man
Fields of research :
Cognitive neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Electrophysiology (slow waves)

Maren
Schenke

Postdoctoral fellow at Johns Hopkins University
United States Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cellular and molecular neuroscience
Developmental neuroscience
Disorders of the nervous system
Neuroendocrinology
Cell culture
Genetic models and techniques
Imaging (microscopy)
Molecular approaches
I joined ALBA because :
To be a part of this momentum and to contribute to the change!

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
OrcID
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
OrcID
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.

Liane
Schmidt

Professor or equivalent position at Inserm
France Website
OrcID
Gender : Woman
Fields of research :
Cognitive neuroscience
Analysis of behavior and cognition in humans
Imaging (PET, fMRI, etc)