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Bess H. Marcus is a clinical health psychologist with over 25 years of experience in researching physical activity behavior. She has published more than 250 papers, book chapters, and books on the topic. Her work focuses on developing assessment instruments to measure psychosocial factors affecting physical activity behavior, as well as creating low-cost interventions aimed at promoting physical activity in community, workplace, and primary care settings. Dr. Marcus has contributed to national recommendations on physical activity, including involvement in the 1996 Surgeon General's Report on Physical Activity and Health. As a leading figure in the field, she has served on numerous national and international committees and review groups, including the American Heart Association, the American College of Sports Medicine, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Currently, she holds NIH grants exploring physical activity behaviors in adults, particularly in relation to cardiovascular disease prevention and women's health promotion. She has received various accolades, including the American College of Sports Medicine Citation Award and has made significant contributions to editorial boards in related journals.
Brown University School of Public Health • Providence, RI
Researcher and educator in the field of public health, focusing on behavioral aspects of physical activity.
Department: Department of Economics