Arny A. Ferrando
High Impact
Professor
faculty
Geriatrics, College of Medicine
59 h-index
463 pubs
14,964 cited
Research Areas
Biography and Research Information
OverviewAI-generated summary
Arny A. Ferrando, Professor in Geriatrics at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine, studies the physiological responses to nutrition and exercise, particularly in older adults and athletes. His research group investigates how essential amino acid supplementation impacts muscle mass, strength, and physical performance. Ferrando has published extensively on the role of vascular health in age-related anabolic resistance and the molecular changes in skeletal muscle fibers following resistance training.
His work includes studies on the benefits of specially formulated essential amino acid-based dietary supplements for older adults with low physical functioning. Ferrando also examines the effects of whey protein enrichment and other macronutrients on whole-body protein balance, especially during periods of energy deficit. His collaborations within the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences include extensive work with David N. Church, David D. Church, and Robert R. Wolfe. With a significant publication record (458 publications, 14,622 citations) and an h-index of 58, Ferrando is recognized as a highly cited researcher.
Metrics
- h-index: 59
- Publications: 463
- Citations: 14,964
Selected Publications
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Whole-Body Protein Balance during Arctic Military Training Is Unaffected by Dietary Essential Amino Acid or Energy Density (2026)
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Elevated miR-194-5p Expression during Short-Term Energy Deficit Attenuates Postexercise Muscle Protein Synthesis by Inhibiting Anabolic Signaling (2026)
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The Effects of Essential Amino Acid Supplementation on Hippocampal Neurotrophin, Dopaminergic and Serotonergic Changes in an Overtraining Mouse Model (2025)
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Understanding Dietary Protein Quality: Digestible Indispensable Amino Acid Scores and Beyond (2025)
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Exercise Heart Rate Variability Suggests Parasympathetic Hyperactivity during Simulated Military Operations Irrespective of Testosterone Administration (2025)
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Carbohydrate supplementation maintains physical performance during short-term energy deficit despite reductions in exogenous glucose oxidation (2025)
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Effect of 3 Different Daily Protein Intakes in a 2-Meal Eating Pattern on Protein Turnover in Middle Age and Older Adults: A Randomized Controlled Trial (2024)
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Consideration of the role of protein quality in determining dietary protein recommendations (2024)
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The anabolic response to a ground beef patty and soy-based meat alternative: a randomized controlled trial (2024)
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Consuming Whey Protein with Added Essential Amino Acids, Not Carbohydrate, Maintains Postexercise Anabolism While Underfed (2024)
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Healthy Older Adults Consuming the Protein RDA Show Similar Whole-Body Protein Kinetics While Consuming Vegan and Lacto-Vegetarian Diets (2024)
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Common questions and misconceptions about protein supplementation: what does the scientific evidence really show? (2024)
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440 Muscle Protein Synthesis and Whole-Body Protein Balance Following Ingestion of Beef or a Soy Protein Based Meat Alternative (2024)
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Stimulation of muscle protein synthesis with low-dose amino acid composition in older individuals (2024)
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Early Life Androgen Administration Attenuates Aging Related Declines in Muscle Protein Synthesis (2024)
Grants & Funding
- Ferrando - Pikes Peak U.S. Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine - Pass Through: Battelle Memorial Institute Principal Investigator
- Stable Isotope Analytical Core for Studies in Human Metabolism NIH Co-Investigator
- Overcoming TWEAK Signaling to Restore Muscle and Mobility Function after Joint Replacement - Continuation - Continuation NIH/National Institutes of Health - Pass Through: University of Alabama at Birmingham Principal Investigator
- Overcoming TWEAK Signaling to Restore Muscle and Mobility Function after Joint Replacement NIH/National Institutes of Health - Pass Through: University of Alabama at Birmingham Principal Investigator
- Ferrando - Pikes Peak U.S. Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine - Pass Through: Battelle Memorial Institute Principal Investigator
- FE CTA 6-8-2015 NOVARTIS Pharmaceuticals Corporation Principal Investigator
- Effects of Pro-Stat Immuno-Protein Complex (PS-IPC)Supplementation on Muscle Mass and Function, Inflammatory Markers, and Immune Function in Older Adu Medical Nutrition USA, Inc. Principal Investigator
- Testosterone Effects on Muscle in Burn Injury NIH Principal Investigator
Collaboration Network
Top Collaborators
David D. Church
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (US)
21 shared publications
- International Society of Sports Nutrition Position Stand: Effects of essential amino acid supplementation on exercise and performance
- The contributory role of vascular health in age‐related anabolic resistance
- Essential amino acid-enriched whey enhances post-exercise whole-body protein balance during energy deficit more than iso-nitrogenous whey or a mixed-macronutrient meal: a randomized, crossover study
- Whole-body protein kinetic models to quantify the anabolic response to dietary protein consumption
- The anabolic response to a ground beef patty and soy-based meat alternative: a randomized controlled trial
Showing 5 of 21 shared publications
Robert R. Wolfe
Institute on Aging
17 shared publications
In database
- Pre- and Post-Surgical Nutrition for Preservation of Muscle Mass, Strength, and Functionality Following Orthopedic Surgery
- International Society of Sports Nutrition Position Stand: Effects of essential amino acid supplementation on exercise and performance
- Daily Consumption of a Specially Formulated Essential Amino Acid-Based Dietary Supplement Improves Physical Performance in Older Adults With Low Physical Functioning
- Essential amino acid-enriched whey enhances post-exercise whole-body protein balance during energy deficit more than iso-nitrogenous whey or a mixed-macronutrient meal: a randomized, crossover study
- Tracing metabolic flux to assess optimal dietary protein and amino acid consumption
Showing 5 of 17 shared publications
Stefan M. Pasiakos
Office of Dietary Supplements (US)
16 shared publications
- International Society of Sports Nutrition Position Stand: Effects of essential amino acid supplementation on exercise and performance
- Essential amino acid-enriched whey enhances post-exercise whole-body protein balance during energy deficit more than iso-nitrogenous whey or a mixed-macronutrient meal: a randomized, crossover study
- Metabolomic profiles are reflective of hypoxia-induced insulin resistance during exercise in healthy young adult males
- Consuming Whey Protein with Added Essential Amino Acids, Not Carbohydrate, Maintains Postexercise Anabolism While Underfed
- Testosterone undecanoate administration prevents declines in fat-free mass but not physical performance during simulated multi-stressor military operations
Showing 5 of 16 shared publications
Lee M. Margolis
U.S. Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine (US)
9 shared publications
- Metabolomic profiles are reflective of hypoxia-induced insulin resistance during exercise in healthy young adult males
- Testosterone undecanoate administration prevents declines in fat-free mass but not physical performance during simulated multi-stressor military operations
- Effects of testosterone undecanoate on performance during multi-stressor military operations: A trial protocol for the Optimizing Performance for Soldiers II study
- Carbohydrate supplementation maintains physical performance during short-term energy deficit despite reductions in exogenous glucose oxidation
- Exercise Heart Rate Variability Suggests Parasympathetic Hyperactivity during Simulated Military Operations Irrespective of Testosterone Administration
Showing 5 of 9 shared publications
Jess A. Gwin
U.S. Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine (US)
8 shared publications
- Essential amino acid-enriched whey enhances post-exercise whole-body protein balance during energy deficit more than iso-nitrogenous whey or a mixed-macronutrient meal: a randomized, crossover study
- Consuming Whey Protein with Added Essential Amino Acids, Not Carbohydrate, Maintains Postexercise Anabolism While Underfed
- Carbohydrate supplementation maintains physical performance during short-term energy deficit despite reductions in exogenous glucose oxidation
- OR06-01-23 Essential Amino Acid-Enriched Whey Protein Rescues Post-Exercise Muscle Protein Synthesis During Energy Deficit
- P16-017-23 Regulatory Function of microRNA on the Inflammatory Response to Arctic Military Training
Showing 5 of 8 shared publications
Jillian T. Allen
U.S. Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine (US)
8 shared publications
- Essential amino acid-enriched whey enhances post-exercise whole-body protein balance during energy deficit more than iso-nitrogenous whey or a mixed-macronutrient meal: a randomized, crossover study
- Consuming Whey Protein with Added Essential Amino Acids, Not Carbohydrate, Maintains Postexercise Anabolism While Underfed
- Carbohydrate supplementation maintains physical performance during short-term energy deficit despite reductions in exogenous glucose oxidation
- OR06-01-23 Essential Amino Acid-Enriched Whey Protein Rescues Post-Exercise Muscle Protein Synthesis During Energy Deficit
- P16-017-23 Regulatory Function of microRNA on the Inflammatory Response to Arctic Military Training
Showing 5 of 8 shared publications
Alyssa N. Varanoske
Johnson Space Center (US)
8 shared publications
- Essential amino acid-enriched whey enhances post-exercise whole-body protein balance during energy deficit more than iso-nitrogenous whey or a mixed-macronutrient meal: a randomized, crossover study
- Consuming Whey Protein with Added Essential Amino Acids, Not Carbohydrate, Maintains Postexercise Anabolism While Underfed
- Testosterone undecanoate administration prevents declines in fat-free mass but not physical performance during simulated multi-stressor military operations
- Effects of testosterone undecanoate on performance during multi-stressor military operations: A trial protocol for the Optimizing Performance for Soldiers II study
- Bioelectrical impedance phase angle is associated with physical performance before but not after simulated multi‐stressor military operations
Showing 5 of 8 shared publications
Nancy E. Murphy
U.S. Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine (US)
8 shared publications
- Essential amino acid-enriched whey enhances post-exercise whole-body protein balance during energy deficit more than iso-nitrogenous whey or a mixed-macronutrient meal: a randomized, crossover study
- Consuming Whey Protein with Added Essential Amino Acids, Not Carbohydrate, Maintains Postexercise Anabolism While Underfed
- Carbohydrate supplementation maintains physical performance during short-term energy deficit despite reductions in exogenous glucose oxidation
- OR06-01-23 Essential Amino Acid-Enriched Whey Protein Rescues Post-Exercise Muscle Protein Synthesis During Energy Deficit
- P16-017-23 Regulatory Function of microRNA on the Inflammatory Response to Arctic Military Training
Showing 5 of 8 shared publications
Katie R. Hirsch
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (US)
8 shared publications
- Pre- and Post-Surgical Nutrition for Preservation of Muscle Mass, Strength, and Functionality Following Orthopedic Surgery
- International Society of Sports Nutrition Position Stand: Effects of essential amino acid supplementation on exercise and performance
- Metabolic effects of high-intensity interval training and essential amino acids
- The anabolic response to a ground beef patty and soy-based meat alternative: a randomized controlled trial
- Menopause Transition: A Cross-Sectional Evaluation on Muscle Size and Quality
Showing 5 of 8 shared publications
Christopher T. Carrigan
U.S. Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine (US)
7 shared publications
- Essential amino acid-enriched whey enhances post-exercise whole-body protein balance during energy deficit more than iso-nitrogenous whey or a mixed-macronutrient meal: a randomized, crossover study
- Consuming Whey Protein with Added Essential Amino Acids, Not Carbohydrate, Maintains Postexercise Anabolism While Underfed
- Carbohydrate supplementation maintains physical performance during short-term energy deficit despite reductions in exogenous glucose oxidation
- OR06-01-23 Essential Amino Acid-Enriched Whey Protein Rescues Post-Exercise Muscle Protein Synthesis During Energy Deficit
- P16-017-23 Regulatory Function of microRNA on the Inflammatory Response to Arctic Military Training
Showing 5 of 7 shared publications
Michael D. Roberts
Auburn University (US)
6 shared publications
- International Society of Sports Nutrition Position Stand: Effects of essential amino acid supplementation on exercise and performance
- Myofibril and Mitochondrial Area Changes in Type I and II Fibers Following 10 Weeks of Resistance Training in Previously Untrained Men
- LAT1 Protein Content Increases Following 12 Weeks of Resistance Exercise Training in Human Skeletal Muscle
- Mitigating skeletal muscle wasting in unloading and augmenting subsequent recovery
- Proteasome- and Calpain-Mediated Proteolysis, but Not Autophagy, Is Required for Leucine-Induced Protein Synthesis in C2C12 Myotubes
Showing 5 of 6 shared publications
Scott Schutzler
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
6 shared publications
In database
- Daily Consumption of a Specially Formulated Essential Amino Acid-Based Dietary Supplement Improves Physical Performance in Older Adults With Low Physical Functioning
- Perioperative assessment of muscle inflammation susceptibility in patients with end-stage osteoarthritis
- Muscle transcriptomic circuits linked to periarticular physiology in end-stage osteoarthritis
- Perioperative amino acid infusion reestablishes muscle net balance during total hip arthroplasty
- Equivalent servings of free-range reindeer promote greater net protein balance compared to commercial beef
Showing 5 of 6 shared publications
Adrienne Hatch‐McChesney
United States Army (US)
5 shared publications
- Essential amino acid-enriched whey enhances post-exercise whole-body protein balance during energy deficit more than iso-nitrogenous whey or a mixed-macronutrient meal: a randomized, crossover study
- P16-017-23 Regulatory Function of microRNA on the Inflammatory Response to Arctic Military Training
- P32-001-23 Essential Amino Acid-Enriched Diets Alter Perceived Appetite and Fullness Without Diminishing Energy Intake During Arctic Military Training
- P32-009-23 Varying Macronutrient Intake Does Not Impact Biomarkers of Gastrointestinal Barrier Function During Arctic Military Training
- Energy-Dense And Essential Amino Acid-Enriched Diets Do Not Alter Whole-body Protein Balance During Military Training
J. Philip Karl
U.S. Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine (US)
5 shared publications
- Metabolomic profiles are reflective of hypoxia-induced insulin resistance during exercise in healthy young adult males
- P16-017-23 Regulatory Function of microRNA on the Inflammatory Response to Arctic Military Training
- P32-001-23 Essential Amino Acid-Enriched Diets Alter Perceived Appetite and Fullness Without Diminishing Energy Intake During Arctic Military Training
- P32-009-23 Varying Macronutrient Intake Does Not Impact Biomarkers of Gastrointestinal Barrier Function During Arctic Military Training
- Energy-Dense And Essential Amino Acid-Enriched Diets Do Not Alter Whole-body Protein Balance During Military Training
Devin Drummer
U.S. Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine (US)
5 shared publications
- Perioperative assessment of muscle inflammation susceptibility in patients with end-stage osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis Progression: Mitigation and Rehabilitation Strategies
- Muscle transcriptomic circuits linked to periarticular physiology in end-stage osteoarthritis
- Carbohydrate supplementation maintains physical performance during short-term energy deficit despite reductions in exogenous glucose oxidation
- Muscle Inflammation Susceptibility: A Potential Prognostic Factor For Optimal Post-surgical Rehabilitation
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