Margaret Slavin, PhD, RDN

Associate Professor of Nutrition & Food Science
University of Maryland, College Park

Dr. Margaret Slavin is an associate professor of nutrition and food science at the University of Maryland, College Park, and a registered dietitian recognized for her pioneering work at the intersection of nutrition, food science, and neurological health.

Her research explores how diet influences migraine and other brain-related conditions, focusing on the bidirectional relationship between nutrition and migraine, the gut microbiome, and food bioactive compounds such as flavonoids and other polyphenols. Dr. Slavin’s studies range from clinical interventions to molecular and population-level analyses, offering a comprehensive view of how diet affects migraine outcomes and overall well-being.

A widely published researcher and educator, Dr. Slavin’s work is helping to advance evidence-based dietary strategies for people living with migraine and deepen scientific understanding of how food impacts brain health.