Overview
Professor
306 E Atwell Hall
453 W. 10th Avenue
Columbus, Ohio 43210
Primary Professional Areas of Interest
- Behavioral and Translational Research
- Chronic Disease Prevention and Management
- Development, Implementation, Dissemination of Evidence-Based Curricula
- Critical Thinking Methodologies for Behavior Change
- Health Disparity Research
Research Focus
Dr. Ingrid Richards Adams is a Professor in the Division of Medical Dietetics within The Ohio State University School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences in the College of Medicine, as well as in the Department of Extension at the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences. As an Extension State Specialist in Food, Health, and Human Behavior, she plays a pivotal role in advancing community health initiatives.
Dr. Adams’ research is centered around behavioral and translational research paradigms. She is committed to ensuring that evidence-based interventions are effectively implemented and translated within clinical and community settings. Her interdisciplinary lab focuses on improving diet quality among low-income and minority populations, and addressing health disparities through targeted, innovative solutions. She is dedicated to fostering health equity and empowering communities through research and education, making significant contributions to the fields of dietetics, nutrition and public health.
Dr. Adams has provided exceptional leadership as President of both the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics’ Dietary Practice Groups and the American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences. She currently serves on the NIH Network of Minority Health Research Investigators Planning Board. She was recognized with the 2023 Service Award from the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences and was winner of the Outstanding Member Award and 2-time winner of the Award of Excellence and by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Nutrition Education for the Public Dietary Practice Group. As a Fellow of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, she exemplifies a commitment to service to the dietetics profession and by optimizing the nation's health through food and nutrition.
Recent Publications
Adams IKR, Meshelemiah CA, Noble ST. Piperata BA. (2023). The Complementary Feeding Practices of Low-income Black Mothers with Infants Between 6 and 24 Months of Age: A Qualitative Study. Journal of Human Nutrition and Dietetics. https://doi.org/10.1111/jhn.13189
Piperata BA, Scaggs SA, Dufour D, Adams IKR. (2022). Measuring food security: An introduction to tools for human biologists and ecologists. American Journal of Human Biology. https://doi.org/10.1002/ajhb.23821
Norman-Burgdolf H, Lindsay AR, Webber KH, Parker J, Adams IKR, Idris R, Hubbs-Tait L, Chapman- Novakofski K. (2022). Development and Piloting of a Novel Evaluation Tool for Childhood Obesity Prevention Programs. Journal of Human Sciences. https://scholarsjunction.msstate.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1410&context=jhse
Richards EL, Ford JL, Adams IKR, Klatt MD, Monroe TB, Nguyen M, Rose KM, Wright KD (2022). Hair Cortisol, Perceived Stress, Blood Pressure, and Mental Well-being in African American Older Adults: A Pilot Study. Geriatrics. https://doi.org/10.3390/geriatrics7030053
Recent Presentations
Adams IKR. (2024). Ten Strategies for the Development, Implementation, and Evaluation of a Culturally Appropriate Type 2 Diabetes Curriculum. Nutrition Congress, Durban, South Africa. October 2-4.
Adams IKR. (2024). Critical Thinking as Method of Behavior Change among At-Risk Youth: Lessons Learned and Implications for Practice. 18th Annual International Conference on Psychology. Athens, Greece. May 27-30.
Adams IKR, Odei JB, Noble ST, Piperata BA, Meshelemiah JCA. (2024). Diet Quality of Children 6 to 24 Months Old in Low-Income Households in the US: Commendations and Concerns. American Society for Nutrition. Chicago, IL. June 29 to July 2.
Adams IKR, Odei JB, Piperata BA, Meshelemiah JCA, Noble S, Agboola O, Taylor CA. (2024). Diet Quality Comparison between Toddlers in Low-income-households and National Sample. 19th International Congress of Nutrition and Dietetics. Toronto, Canada. June 12 – 14.
Major Awards
Award of Excellence. Making Healthy Lifestyle Choices --Program on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics- Nutrition Education for the Public Dietetic Practice Group.
Outstanding Project Award for the Taking Ownership of Your Diabetes Program. Kentucky Association of State Extension Professionals.
New Connections Junior Investigator. Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.
Circles of Power Leadership Program for Women Faculty. President Commission on Excellence, Diversity and Inclusion.
Education
- 2006: PhD, Nutritional Sciences. Iowa State University.
- 2006: PhD, Family and Consumer Sciences Education. Iowa State University.
- 1989: MS, Teacher Education, Family and Consumer Sciences. The Ohio State University
- 1989: BS, Family and Consumer Sciences Education, Nutrition Specialization. Cum Laude. The Ohio State University.
- 1989: Associate of Arts: Food and Nutrition. University of Trinidad and Tobago.