University researchers to study video games' effect on health

Nine research teams from universities across the U.S. will study how interactive video games can help fight childhood obesity. The teams will also focus on how video games can be designed to help people change behaviors and self-manage chronic illnesses. The nine teams were chosen from among 185 proposals and were awarded between $100,000 and $300,000 each. The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation is providing the funding. The studies will focus on diverse population groups that vary by race and ethnicity, health status, income level and game-play setting, with age groups ranging from elementary school children to 80-year-olds. To read who the nine recipients are and a brief description of their research aim, read the following article: University researchers to study video games' effect on health, The research may discover new ways to quit smoking and lose weight.