T. Elaine Prewitt

T. Elaine Prewitt is an Associate Professor at the Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS). Her work is centered on public health nutrition, with a strong focus on reducing health disparities, particularly among African American populations. She is actively involved in translational research and community-based interventions targeting obesity and chronic disease prevention.

Education:

• Dr.PH in Public Health Nutrition, University of North Carolina (1980)
• MS in Nutrition, Case Western Reserve University (1973)
• BS in Foods and Nutrition, University of Alabama (1971)

Her research interests include obesity in African Americans, translational research, nutrition in chronic disease, food and nutrition policy, and health disparities. She teaches courses in grantsmanship and food and nutrition policy, contributing to public health education and workforce development.

The recent publications reflect a consistent focus on behavioral weight loss interventions, especially within faith-based and rural African American communities. Themes include the adaptation of evidence-based programs like the Diabetes Prevention Program, cost-effectiveness of community delivery models, and policy analysis related to nutrition standards. Her work frequently employs community-based participatory research methods.

Scientific Awards:

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Dr. Prewitt has served as Principal Investigator (PI) and Co-Investigator (Co-I) on significant grants from NIH and CDC, including the Healthy Ways project, the Arkansas Prevention Research Center, and an Internet-assisted obesity treatment study. While specific advisees are not listed, her leadership in research projects suggests mentorship and team-based collaboration.

She is affiliated with the Translational Research Institute (TRI) at UAMS, indicating involvement in interdisciplinary research aimed at translating scientific discoveries into community and clinical practice.