Dr. Galya Bigman is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Epidemiology and Public Health at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. Her research focuses on aging, nutritional epidemiology, and post-viral recovery, particularly long-COVID. Dr. Bigman leads NIH-funded studies exploring dietary interventions to reduce inflammation, improve physical function, and enhance resilience in older adults. She has published in leading journals in gerontology and nutrition and is an active member of the American Society of nutrition. Her work bridges clinical research and public health to promote healthy aging through translational dietary strategies