Zan Gao, Ph.D., assistant professor in Kinesiology, was featured in the online Endocrinology Advisor for his recent research on the positive effects of active video games  published in Obesity Reviews.  He and his research team found that the effects of active video games were comparable to exercise for kids.  “The findings have public health implications that can help inform health care stakeholders regarding [active video games] interventions among children/adolescents,” the researchers wrote.