Rick H. Williams
Researcher
Also affiliated: Arkansas Cardiology (2008); Institute on Aging (2014–2025); Texas A&M University (2020)
Faculty Researcher
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Biography and Research Information
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Rick H. Williams' research focuses on human metabolism, particularly in the context of aging, exercise, and obesity. His work investigates the role of essential amino acids in promoting net protein balance, comparing different dietary sources. Williams also examines the biochemical analysis of amino acid derivatives using gas chromatography-mass spectrometry to understand protein kinetics. His research network includes collaborators such as Arny A. Ferrando, Robert R. Wolfe, Scott Schutzler, and Yihong Kaufmann, all from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, with whom he has co-authored publications.
With 22 publications and 709 citations, Williams has an h-index of 8. His recent publications indicate continued activity in the field, with his most recent work appearing in 2025. His scholarly contributions are rooted in understanding fundamental physiological processes related to nutrition and body composition.
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- h-index: 8
- Publications: 23
- Citations: 713
Selected Publications
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Effect of 0.8 g/kg/d vs 1.6 g/kg/d Protein Intake in a Traditional or Time-Restricted Eating Pattern on Whole-Body Protein Turnover and Myofibrillar Protein Breakdown (2026)
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A Comparison of Derivatives of Alanine and <scp>d</scp>-Alanine Used in Gas Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry Analysis for Protein Kinetics (2025)
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Equivalent servings of free-range reindeer promote greater net protein balance compared to commercial beef (2021)
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Superior Influence of Reindeer compared to Beef Ingestion on Protein Metabolism in Humans (2020)
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Higher Net Protein Balance Following the Ingestion of Free Range Reindeer Compared to Commercial Beef (2020)
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Higher protein intake during a mixed meal ingestion increases net protein accretion through a reduction in protein breakdown (2015)
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Acute lysine supplementation does not improve hepatic or peripheral insulin sensitivity in older, overweight individuals (2014)
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The Impact of Exercise Training Compared to Caloric Restriction on Hepatic and Peripheral Insulin Resistance in Obesity (2009)
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EAA supplementation to increase nitrogen intake improves muscle function during bed rest in the elderly (2009)
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Influence of Exercise Intensity on Abdominal Fat and Adiponectin in Elderly Adults (2009)
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Exercise-Induced Changes in Insulin Action and Glycogen Metabolism in Elderly Adults (2006)
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Plasma Adiponectin is not Altered by Moderate or Heavy Aerobic Exercise Training in Elderly, Overweight Individuals (2006)
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Exercise Training-versus Caloric Restriction-Induced Weight Loss (2006)
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Improved Insulin Action With Heavy Exercise Training But Not Moderate Exercise Training In Elderly Subjects (2005)
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Improved Insulin Action With Heavy Exercise Training But Not Moderate Exercise Training In Elderly Subjects (2005)
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- Equivalent servings of free-range reindeer promote greater net protein balance compared to commercial beef
- A Comparison of Derivatives of Alanine and <scp>d</scp>-Alanine Used in Gas Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry Analysis for Protein Kinetics
- Equivalent servings of free-range reindeer promote greater net protein balance compared to commercial beef
- Equivalent servings of free-range reindeer promote greater net protein balance compared to commercial beef
- Equivalent servings of free-range reindeer promote greater net protein balance compared to commercial beef
- Equivalent servings of free-range reindeer promote greater net protein balance compared to commercial beef
- Equivalent servings of free-range reindeer promote greater net protein balance compared to commercial beef
- Equivalent servings of free-range reindeer promote greater net protein balance compared to commercial beef
- A Comparison of Derivatives of Alanine and <scp>d</scp>-Alanine Used in Gas Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry Analysis for Protein Kinetics
- A Comparison of Derivatives of Alanine and <scp>d</scp>-Alanine Used in Gas Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry Analysis for Protein Kinetics
- A Comparison of Derivatives of Alanine and <scp>d</scp>-Alanine Used in Gas Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry Analysis for Protein Kinetics
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