Lilia Potter-Schwartz (MY’ 26) is majoring in molecular biophysics and biochemistry and pursuing a certificate in global health studies. Her passion for global health stems from eIorts in global education equity, which she started in middle school. With an interest in infectious disease research, Lilia is a research assistant at the Yale Center for Infectious Disease Modeling and Analysis (CIDMA) and in the lab of Dr. Barbara Kazmierczak in the Department of Microbial Pathogenesis. At CIDMA, Lilia conducts research to understand the impact of the Sudan Civil War on healthcare access and cholera incidence during the Yemeni Civil Wars. Under the supervision of Dr. Kazmierczak, Lilia studies pseudomonas aeruginosa, particularly gene correlation in regards to pyoverdine uptake and proton motor force. Lilia is very interested in infectious disease research on a global scale, including antimicrobial resistance and increased incidence during humanitarian crises. On campus, Lilia co-founded a Partners in Health Engage chapter to join a nationwide network of students working towards establishing a global movement for the right to health. Lilia also volunteers with the HAVEN Free Clinic quality improvement department, the Yale New Haven Hospital, and enjoys serving on the Murray College Council and as a board member and a violinist with the Davenport Pops Orchestra. As a Global Health Scholar, Lilia is excited to collaborate with and learn from professors and students across disciplines. One cannot address the public health consequences of a conflict such as the Sudanese Civil War without understanding the political background that has led to genocidal warfare, a severe loss in educational access, and a decrease in regional vaccine uptake.