A portrait of Dr. Landor.

Antoinette Landor , PhD

  • Associate Professor Human Development & Family Science
  • Email landora@missouri.edu
  • Telephone number 573-882-4888
  • Work Location
    Office Q160 1400 Rock Quarry Road, Columbia, MO 65211

Dr. Antoinette M. Landor directs the Skin Tone, Health, and Relationships Lab within the Center for Family Policy and Research. Her research examines how skin tone and complexion-related experiences shape family and romantic relationships, partner selection, sexual health, and psychological and physical well-being. Conducted in the United States, South Africa, and Kenya, her research program also includes emerging work on skin health and how skin-tone preferences shape skincare decisions, preventive health behaviors, and engagement with emerging cosmetic technologies.

Through CFPR, Dr. Landor integrates interdisciplinary research with student mentorship, community outreach, and public scholarship. She has mentored more than 30 undergraduate researchers, including McNair Scholars and honors students, as well as graduate students who have received prestigious honors such as the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship, the John D. Bies International Discovery Fellowship, and recognition as a Commencement Marshal. She regularly engages students in research, publications, conference presentations, university research showcases, and community initiatives. Her work has been supported by the National Science Foundation, the Family Process Institute, the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute, the South Africa Educational Grant, and the University of Missouri.

Dr. Landor’s scholarship has received national and international recognition, including an NCFR Best Paper Award and a Psychoneuroendocrinology Editor’s Choice Award. Through invited presentations, professional leadership, media engagement, and community outreach, she extends CFPR’s reach by translating research into knowledge that supports families, relationships, health professionals, and communities.

Research

Areas of expertise

  • Strengthening Relationships and Families

Research Summary

Investigating how skin tone and complexion-related experiences shape health, well-being, and close relationships.