CURRICULUM VITAEAMY D. OTTO, Ph.D., R.D., L.D.N.

CONTACT INFORMATIONBusiness Address: Physical Activity & Weight Management Research Center

Department of HPASuite 600 Birmingham Towers2100 Wharton StPittsburgh, PA 15203

Business Phone: (412) 488-1770Business Fax: (412) 488-4174Business E-mail: ayotto@pitt.edu

EDUCATIONPhD University of Pittsburgh / Pittsburgh, PA: Exercise Physiology

DegreeConferred: August 2001 Advisor: Robert J. Robertson, Ph.D

MS University of Pittsburgh / Pittsburgh, PA: Exercise Physiology Degree Conferred: April 1995 Advisor: Fredrick L. Goss, Ph.D

BS University of Pittsburgh / Pittsburgh, PA: Clinical Dietetics and Nutrition Degree Conferred: June 1993 Advisor: Marla Ridenour, R.D.

PROFESSIONAL LICENSESRD Dietitian Registration Exam passed October 1993. LDN Licensed Dietitian-Nutritionist in Pennsylvania since 2003. ________________________________________________________________________

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCEASSISTANT DIRECTOR, PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND WEIGHT MANAGEMENT RESEARCH CENTER

University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PAPosition Held: August 2004-presentClinical Responsibilities: Manage and assist with various research projects at the center. Principle and Co-Investigator on a number of research studies, train and supervise intervention staff and students, develop intervention materials related to modifying physical activity and eating patterns for clinical research studies, lead study intervention groups, assist with fitness assessments, collect health outcomes, recruit and screen research subjects.

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RESEARCH ASSISTANT PROFESSORSchool of Education, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PAPosition Held: September 2002-presentAcademic Responsibilities: Teach undergraduate/graduate courses, member of dissertation committees, and advise students. Manuscript/abstract/grant submissions.

CONSULTANTAdvisory Meeting: Galileo Health Partners in conjunction with Freddie Mac Foundation in order to develop health and wellness education materials and programs for families returning to New Orleans.Meeting Held: May 2007

Advisory Board: One Rock TechnologyPosition Held: March 2005-2008

Build a Healthy Base (Grant funded by Highmark Blue Cross/Blue Shield and begun in Fall 2004/ North Allegheny School District at Peebles Elementary School)Position Held: January 2004-2005

Served as a consultant dietitian for the Functional Hypothalamic Amenorrhea Study at Magee Women’s Hospital. (Dr. Sarah Berga, P.I.)Position Held: 1997-2004

EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGIST/DIETITIANGraduate School of Public Health, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA.Position Held: May 2002 – August 2002Responsibilities included: WOMAN Study and University of Pittsburgh Weight

Loss Study

EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGIST/DIETITIAN University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA. Position Held: June 1995 – August 2002Title: Program CoordinatorResponsibilities: Clinical Weight Control Trials including: Diabetes Prevention Program Research Project, MOMS Program, TRIM Studies, Fitness-a-Foot Program, Effects of Caloric Restraint on Diabetes, Effects of Visceral Obesity on Free Fatty Acids, Functional Hypothalamic Amenorrhea, and Orlistat Study.

CONSULTANT DIETITIANHealthPlace, Pittsburgh, PA (1998 to 1999, 2001-2002), Jewish Community Center, Pittsburgh, PA (1995 to 1996)Pittsburgh Personal Trainers, Pittsburgh, PA (1995)

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Responsibilities included: Conducting a class on building a healthy body image, dietary counseling as appropriate, documentation and follow-up, and presenting nutrition and exercise classes.

CLINICAL DIETITIANUniversity of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PAPosition Held: October 1994 - August 1997Responsibilities included: Main Hospital, Canterbury Nursing Home, and

Renal Dialysis Center.

EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGIST GRADUATE INTERNSHIPWest Penn Hospital, Pittsburgh, PAPosition Held: May 1994 - September 1994Responsibilities included: Cardiac Rehabilitation, PulmonaryRehabilitation, Employee Wellness Program, and Joslin DiabeticCenter Rotations.

CLINICAL DIETITIAN UNDERGRADUATE INTERNSHIPUniversity of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PAPosition Held: September 1992 - June 1993Responsibilities included: Main Hospital, Renal Dialysis Center,WIC/Nutritional Services, Magee Women’s Hospital, CongregateMeal Sites, Meals On Wheels, Day Care Center, and Canterbury Nursing Home Rotations.

DIETARY AIDEShadyside Hospital, Pittsburgh, PAPosition Held: May 1992 - August 1992

DIETARY VOLUNTEERUniversity of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PAPosition Held: October 1991 - July 1992

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PUBLISHED MANUSCRIPTSGoodpastor, B.H., Kelley, D.E., Wing, R.R., Meier, A., Thaete, F.L. (1999). Effects of weight loss on regional fat distribution and insulin sensitivity in obesity. Diabetes, 48(4): 839-47.

Diabetes Prevention Program Research Group. (2002). Reduction in the incidence of type 2 diabetes with lifestyle intervention or metformin. The New England Journal of Medicine, 346(6): 393-403.

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Amy D. Otto and John M. Jakicic. Establishing Eating Essentials for Weight Loss. ACSM Fit Society. Summer 2004. pp 1-2.

Jakicic JM, Otto AD. Physical activity recommendations in the treatment of obesity. Psychiatr Clin N Am. 2005; 28(1): 141-150.

Jakicic JM, Otto AD. Energy balance and weight control: behavioral considerations for modifying eating and physical activity behaviors. ACSM Health and Fitness Journal. 2005; 9(1): 6-12. A Kriska, L Delahanty, M Hoskin, M Matulik, A Otto, C Pepe, K Pettee, J Pomeroy, L Semler, L Testaverde, B Venditti, D Wolf. Fishes, Whales, and Fishing Tips: Hooking an Active Lifestyle. Diabetes Spectrum. 2005; 18(2): 114-118.

AM Kriska, SL Edelstein, RF Hamman, A Otto, GA Bray, EJ Mayer-Davis, RR Wing, ES Horton, SM Haffner, and J Regensteiner. Physical Activity in Individuals at Risk for Diabetes: The Diabetes Prevention Program. Medicine & Science In Sports and Exercise, 2006; 38(5): 826-832.

Jakicic JM, Otto AD. Treatment and Prevention of Obesity: What is the Role of Exercise? Nutr Rev. 2006, 64(2 Pt 2): S57-S61.

EF Nagle, RJ Robertson, JM Jakicic, AD Otto, JR Ranalli, LB Chiapetta. Effects of Aquatic Exercise and Walking in Sedentary Obese Women Undergoing a Behavioral Weight-Loss Intervention. International Journal of Aquatic Research and Education, 2007, 1: 43-56.

K Polzien, JM Jakicic, D Tate, AD Otto. The Efficacy of a Technology-Based System in a Short-term Behavioral Weight Loss Intervention. Obesity Research, 2007; 15(4): 825-830.

Helsel D, Jakicic JM, Otto AD. Comparison of Self-Monitoring Techniques for Tracking Eating and Exercise Behaviors. Journal of the American Dietetics Association. 2007; 107: 1807-1810.

Otto AD, Garcia DO, Jakicic JM. Lifestyle Intervention Strategies to Prevent and Control Type 2 Diabetes. Curr Diab Rep. 2008; 8 (5): 407-12.

Fleet-Michaliszyn S, Soreca I, Otto A, Jakicic JM, Fagiolini A, Kupfer DK, Goodpaster BH. A Prospective Observational Study of Obesity, Body Composition, and Insulin Resistance in 18 women with Bipolar Disorder and 17 Matched Control Subjects. J Clin Psychiatry . 2008 69(12):1892-1900.

Hull E, R Robertson, D Rofey, AD Otto, E Nagle. Influence of Marriage and Parenthood on Physical Activity: A Two-Year Prospective Analysis (Submitted March 2009).

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AD Otto, C Martin, C Gilhooly, C Bales, J Hannah, D Williamson, R Stein. The CALERIE Study: A Description of the 25% Caloric Restriction Intervention (In Preparation).

D West, L Delahanty, L Gay, L Jones-Corneille, M Kearns, W Knowler, J Mancino, R Neiberg, A Otto, J Rejeski, T Wadden, The Look AHEAD Writing Group. Description of Weight Loss Maintenance Intervention (In Preparation).

A Anderson, J Clark, L Delahanty, J Hill, J Krakoff, A Otto, D Ryan, M Vitolins, T Wadden, R Wing, The Look AHEAD Writing Group. Predictors of weight loss maintenance: sub-group analysis at year-4 (In Preparation).

Otto, AD, Jakicic, JM. The Effects of Yoga on Weight Loss in Overweight Women Undergoing a Behavioral Weight Loss Program. (In Preparation).

Otto, AD, Jakicic, JM. Risk Factor Changes in Overweight Women Undergoing a Behavioral Weight Loss Program. (In Preparation).

Otto, AD, Jakicic, JM. The Effects of Physical Activity on Health Related Quality of Life. (In Preparation).

BOOK CHAPTERSJakicic JM, Otto AD. Exercise as an Approach to Obesity and Metabolic Syndrome. In: Bray G, Ryan D, eds. Endocrine Updates, Overweight and the Metabolic Syndrome: From Bench to Bedside. NewYork: Springer, 2006; 211-216.

Jakicic JM, Otto AD, Polzien K, Davis Kelliann. Physical Activity and Weight Control. In: I-Minn Lee, Blair S, Manson J, Paffenbarger RS, eds. Epidemiology Methods in Physical Activity Studies, New York: Oxford University Press, 2009; 225-245.

Jakicic JM, Otto AD. Exercise Therapy for the Overweight Adult. In: Obesity and Overweight: A Clinical Guide Book. Eds: Caroline M. Apovian, MD (In Press).

Jakicic JM, Otto AD, Polzien K, Davis KA. Physical Activity and Obesity. In: Contemporary Endocrinology. Eds: Bassesin and Kushner (In Press).

ABSTRACTS/ SLIDE/POSTER PRESENTATIONSMeier, A. D., Jakicic, J. M., Wing, R. R., & Butler, B. A. (1996). Validation of self-reported exercise sessions using a tri-trac accelerometer [Abstract]. Medicine & Science In Sports and Exercise, 28(5): S191(1137)].

Meier, A. D., Jakicic, J. M., & Wing, R. R. (1997). Comparison of body compositionmeasured by dual energy x-ray absorptiometry and bioelectrical impedance in obese females [Abstract]. Medicine & Science In Sports and Exercise, 29(5): S186 (1058).

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Polley, B. A., Wing, R. R., Meier, A. D., Sims, C., & DeBranski, C. (1997). Preventing excessive weight gain during pregnancy in overweight and normal weight women [Abstract]. Annals of Behavioral Medicine, 19 (Suppl.), S71.

Butler, B. A., Wing, R. R., Anglin, K., Burnette, M., Moriarty, M., Meier, A. D., DeBranski, C., & Sims, C. (1996, September). Effectiveness of a behavioral intervention to prevent excessive weight gain in pregnant women. Poster presented at the Women's Health Conference, American Psychological Association, Washington, DC.

Kelley, D., Meier, A., & Goodpaster, B. (1998). Weight loss improves glucose but not FFA metabolism by skeletal muscle in obesity and type 2 DM [Abstract]. Diabetes, 47: S1 (106).

Otto, A.D. (2001). Comparison of two questionnaires to assess physical activity in overweight adult women undergoing a behavioral weight loss program. (Thesis)

Otto, A.D. (2002). Comparison of two questionnaires to assess physical activity in overweight women [Abstract]. Medicine & Science In Sports and Exercise, 34(5): Supplement.

Otto, A.D., Nagle, E.F., Jakicic, J.M., Robertson, R.J., Aaron, D.A., Pcsolysar, M.J., Hindes, K.M. (2003). Comparison of Physical Activity Enjoyment during Aquatic Exercise in Overweight Women [Abstract]. Medicine & Science In Sports and Exercise, 35 (5): Supplement.

Nagle, E.F., Otto, A.D., Jakicic, J.M., Robertson, R.J., Goss, F.L., Ranalli, J.L. (2003). Effects of Aquatic Plus Walking Exercise on Weight Loss and Function In Sedentary Obese Females [Abstract]. Medicine & Science In Sports and Exercise, 35 (5): Supplement.

Otto, A.D., Gallagher, K.I., Jakicic, J.M. (2003). The Effect of Weight Loss and Physical Activity on Health-Related Quality of Life in Obese Adult Women [Abstract]. Obesity Research, 11: Supplement.

A.D. Otto, J.M. Jakicic, FACSM, K.I. Gallagher, E.L. Thomas, C.R. Mohr (2004). Effect of an Incentive-Based Motivational Campaign on Weight Loss and Physical Activity in Overweight Women [Abstract]. Medicine & Science In Sports and Exercise, 36 (5): Supplement.

Jakicic JM, Gallagher KI, Otto AD, Winters-Hart C, Polzien K, Leh K, Kaczmarek A (2004). Effect of Exercise Dose on Prevention of Weight Gain and Change in Fitness in Adults [Abstract]. Medicine & Science In Sports and Exercise, 36 (5): Supplement.

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KI Gallagher, JM Jakicic, FACSM, AD Otto, CR Mohr, EL Thomas (2004). Evaluation of Alternative Exercise Treatments on Weight Loss in Overweight Women [Abstract]. Medicine & Science In Sports and Exercise, 36 (5): Supplement.

KI Gallagher, JM Jakicic, FACSM, AD Otto, CR Mohr, EL Thomas (2004). Promoting a Physically Active Lifestyle through Alternative Forms of Exercise [Abstract]. Medicine & Science In Sports and Exercise, 36 (5): Supplement.

Erin L. Thomas, John M. Jakicic, FACSM, Kara I. Gallagher, K. A. Leh, C. Winters-Hast, Kristen M. Polzien, and A. D. Otto. Effect of an Incentive Campaign to Promote Activity for Weight Control. Presented at CGSE conference at the University of Pittsburgh, March, 2004.

A Otto, K Gallagher, J Jakicic (2004). Effective Mentor-Based Intervention on Psychosocial Parameters and Weight Loss [Abstract]. Obesity Research, 12: Supplement.

K Gallagher, J Jakicic, A Otto, C Mohr, K Leh, E Thomas (2004). Effect of Alternative Exercise Modalities on Body Weight, Fitness, and Body Composition in Overweight Women [Abstract]. Obesity Research, 12: Supplement.

J Jakicic, C Winters, K Gallagher, A Otto, K Polzien, E Thomas, C Mohr (2004). Effect of Exercise Dose on Prevention of Weight Gain and Fitness in Adults [Abstract]. Obesity Research, 12: Supplement.

A.D. Otto, J.M. Jakicic, K.I. Gallagher, E.L. Thomas, C.R. Mohr, S.J. Bosetti (2005). Effect of Time-based Strategies on Weight Loss and Physical Activity in Overweight Individuals [Abstract]. Medicine & Science In Sports and Exercise, 37 (5): Supplement. K.M. Polzien, J.M. Jakicic, K.I. Gallagher, A.D. Otto, C. Winters, E.L. Thomas, C.R. Mohr, J. Garda, S.J. Bosetti (2005). Predictors of Perceived Tolerated Weight Gain and Desired Weight Loss in Overweight Adults [Abstract]. Medicine & Science In Sports and Exercise, 37 (5): Supplement.

J.M. Jakicic, A.D. Otto, C. Winters, K.I. Gallagher, K. Polzien, C. Mohr, E. Thomas, S. Bosetti, J. Garda (2005). 12 Month Effects of Exercise Dose and Healthy Eating on Prevention of Weight Gain and Change in Fitness [Abstract]. Medicine & Science In Sports and Exercise, 37 (5): Supplement.

K.I. Gallagher, J.M. Jakicic, A. D. Otto, C.R. Mohr, E. Thomas (2005). Examination of Twelve Month Changes in Body Weight and Body Composition Following Alternative Forms of Exercise [Abstract]. Medicine & Science In Sports and Exercise, 37 (5): Supplement.

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A Otto, J Jakicic (2005). The Impact of Weight and Physical Activity on the Health-Related Quality of Life [Abstract]. Obesity Research, 13: Supplement.

K Polzien, J Jakicic, A Otto, C Winters-Hart, E Thomas, J Garda (2005). The Impact of Weight and Physical Activity on the Health-Related Quality of Life [Abstract]. Obesity Research, 13: Supplement.

A.D. Otto, J.M. Jakicic, E.L. Thomas, C.R. Mohr, T. Souaiby, S. J. Bosetti (2006). Effect of Time-Based Strategies for Physical Activity on Weight Loss in Overweight Individuals [Abstract]. Medicine & Science In Sports and Exercise, 38(5): Supplement.

K. M. Polzien, J. Jakicic, A. Otto, D. Tate, M. Barbiaux, S. Bosetti, D. Helsel, K. Kulik, T. Souaiby (2006). The Effectiveness of a Technology-based System in a Short-term Behavioral Weight Loss Intervention [Abstract]. Medicine & Science In Sports and Exercise, 38(5): Supplement.

J.M. Jakicic, A.D. Otto, K. M. Polzien, L. Semler (2006). Exercise Dose and Healthy Eating: 18 Month Effects on Prevention of Weight Gain and Change in Fitness [Abstract]. Medicine & Science In Sports and Exercise, 38(5): Supplement.

D. L. Helsel, J.M. Jakicic, A.D. Otto (2006). The Effects of Self-Monitoring and a Correspondence-Based Intervention on Weight Loss, Eating and Exercise Behavior [Abstract]. Medicine & Science In Sports and Exercise, 38(5): Supplement.

E.L. Thomas, J.M. Jakicic, A.D. Otto, M.D. McDermott (2006). Validation of a Portable Device to Estimate Energy Expenditure during Exercise using Heat Flux Technology [Abstract]. Medicine & Science In Sports and Exercise, 38(5): Supplement.

K.A. Weary, K. M. Polzien, A.D. Otto, J.M. Jakicic (2006). Change in Body Weight and Body Composition on Muscular Strength and Function in Overweight Adults [Abstract]. Medicine & Science In Sports and Exercise, 38(5): Supplement.

T. M. Souaiby, J.M. Jakicic, A.D. Otto (2006). Relationship between Perceived Importance of Weight Loss Behaviors and Actual Weight Loss in Overweight Adults [Abstract]. Medicine & Science In Sports and Exercise, 38(5): Supplement.

K.K. Davis, J.M. Jakicic, A.D. Otto, K. M. Polzien (2006). Prior Weight Loss Attempts as Predictors of Weight Loss Success and Fitness in Overweight Adults [Abstract]. Medicine & Science In Sports and Exercise, 38(5): Supplement.

A Otto, J Jakicic (2006). Breakfast Consumption in Overweight Adults Prior to Participating in a Behavioral Weight Loss Program [Abstract]. Obesity Research, 14(9): Supplement.

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K. M. Polzien, J. M. Jakicic, A. D. Otto (2006). Approval of Treatment Components within a Technology-Based Weight Loss Intervention. [Abstract]. Obesity Research, 14(9): Supplement.

K.K. Davis, J.M. Jakicic, A.D. Otto, C. Janney (2006). Relationship between Weight Loss, Cardiorespiratory Fitness, and Fitness in Obese Women [Abstract]. Obesity Research, 14(9): Supplement.

T.M. Mathur, J.M. Jakicic, A.D. Otto (2006). Examination of Willingness to Engage in Standard Behavioral Strategies for Weight Loss in Overweight Adults [Abstract]. Obesity Research, 14(9): Supplement.

J.M. Jakicic, A.D. Otto, K.P. Polzien (2006). Effect of Physical Activity and Healthful Eating Recommendations on Prevention of Weight Gain and Fitness Change in Overweight [Abstract]. Obesity Research, 14(9): Supplement.

A.D. Otto, J.M. Jakicic, M. McDermott, B.H. Marcus (2007). The Impact of Change in Physical Activity and Weight on HRQOL in Overweight Adults [Abstract]. Medicine & Science In Sports and Exercise, 39(5): Supplement.

J.M. Jakicic, A.D. Otto, K. Polzien (2007). The Effect of Exercise Dose and Healthy Eating on Long-Term Changes in Body Weight [Abstract]. Medicine & Science In Sports and Exercise, 39(5): Supplement.

K.M. Polzien, J.M. Jakicic, A.D. Otto (2007). Cognitive and Behavioral Processes Applied During Physical Activity Adoption and Maintenance [Abstract]. Medicine & Science In Sports and Exercise, 39(5): Supplement.

A. Otto, J.M. Jakicic (2007). Examination of Usefulness of Time-Based Strategies on Weight Loss and Physical Activity in Overweight Adults [Abstract]. Obesity Research, 15(9): Supplement.

S. Fleet, I. Soreca, A. Otto, J.M. Jakicic, A. Fagiolini, D. Kupfer, B. Goodpaster (2007). Obesity, Body Composition, and Insulin Resistance in Women with Bipolar Disorder [Abstract]. Obesity Research, 15(9): Supplement.

K. Davis, J.M. Jakicic, A. Otto (2007). Influence of Self-Efficacy, Outcome Expectations, and Perceived Barriers to Exercise on Physical Activity Participation in Overweight Adults [Abstract]. Obesity Research, 15(9): Supplement.

K Davis, JM Jakicic, AD Otto, L Fonzi, K Spadaro (2008). The Effect of Alternative Behavioral Approaches on Weight Loss and Physical Activity [Abstract]. Medicine & Science In Sports and Exercise, 40(5): Supplement.

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AD Otto, JM Jakicic, BH Goodpaster, The RENEW Study Research Group (2008). The Effect of Diet versus Diet Plus Exercise on Class II and III Obesity [Abstract]. Medicine & Science In Sports and Exercise, 40(5): Supplement.

J Unick, JM Jakicic, AD Otto (2008). Effect of Weight Loss and Physical Activity on Bodily Pain and Physical Functioning in Overweight Adults [Abstract]. Medicine & Science In Sports and Exercise, 40(5): Supplement.

CA Dutton, JM Jakicic, BH Goodpaster, AD Otto, The RENEW Study Research Group (2008). Is Initial Weight Loss Associated with Longer-Term Weight Loss in Obese Adults [Abstract]. Medicine & Science In Sports and Exercise, 40(5): Supplement.

Jakicic JM, Otto AD, Davis K, Dutton C, Unick J, Garcia D (2008). 24-Month Success in a Behavioral Program for Weight Loss: Influence of Physical Activity and Eating Behaviors [Abstract]. Obesity Research, 16(1): Supplement.

Unick J, Jakicic JM, Otto A (2008). Influence of Fitness on 24-Month Changes in Physical Activity and Weight Loss [Abstract]. Obesity Research, 16(1): Supplement.

Otto AD, Jakicic JM (2008). Examination of a Behavioral Intervention on Weight Loss and Physical Activity in Various BMI Categories [Abstract]. Obesity Research, 16(1): Supplement.

Davis K, Jakicic JM, Otto AD, Spadaro K (2008). The Impact of Mindfulness Meditation on Eating Behaviors and Weight Loss [Abstract]. Obesity Research, 16(1): Supplement.

Dutton C, Jakicic JM, Otto AD (2008). The Influence of Previous Weight Loss on Weight Loss during a Behavioral Intervention in Overweight Women [Abstract]. Obesity Research, 16(1): Supplement.

AD Otto, JM Jakicic, K Davis, JL Unick, CA Dutton (2009). Promotion of Physical Activity Using a Computer Software Program on BMI and Fitness in Children [Abstract]. Medicine & Science In Sports and Exercise, 41(5): Supplement.

K Davis, JM Jakicic, AD Otto (2009). Caloric Beverage Consumption and Associated Changes in Body Weight across an 18 Month Weight Loss Intervention [Abstract]. Medicine & Science In Sports and Exercise, 41(5): Supplement.

BD Justice, JM Jakicic, AD Otto, L Semler (2009). Effects of Physical Activity on Weight, Abdominal Adiposity, and Blood Pressure in Overweight Adults [Abstract]. Medicine & Science In Sports and Exercise, 41(5): Supplement.

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KC Hames, JA Brown, AD Otto, JM Jakicic, JP DeLany, BH Goodpaster, The RENEW Study Research Group (2009). Energy Expenditure in Severe Obesity [Abstract]. Medicine & Science In Sports and Exercise, 41(5): Supplement.

JL Unick, JM Jakicic, AD Otto, CA Dutton, KL Rompolski, DO Garcia, BD Justice (2009). Psychosocial Variables Influencing Long-term Physical Activity Levels in Overweight Men and Women [Abstract]. Medicine & Science In Sports and Exercise, 41(5): Supplement.

KL Rompolski, JM Jakicic, AD Otto, KA Davis, JL Unick, CA Dutton, DO Garcia (2009). The Effect of Weight Loss and Physical Activity on Bone Mineral Density in Overweight Women [Abstract]. Medicine & Science In Sports and Exercise, 41(5): Supplement.

INVITED PRESENTATIONS1. Weight Control in the 90’s. Alive and Well Series sponsored by UPMC,

Pittsburgh, PA, 1997.2. Route 30 Diner Exhibit: Food Demonstration and Low-Fat Diet Discussion.

Hoffmann-LaRoche, Pittsburgh, PA, 1997.3. Nutrition Management in Obesity. School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences,

University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, 1997.4. Diabetes Prevention Program. School of Education, University of Pittsburgh,

Pittsburgh, PA, 2001.5. Physical Activity in the Prevention of Type 2 Diabetes in Women. Women’s Sport

International Conference, St. Louis, MO, 2002.6. Career Presentation. Exercise Science Seminar I, School of Education, University

of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, 2002.7. Nutritional Guidelines and Considerations for Children and Adults. The Obesity

Epidemic across the Lifespan: Treatment Tools for Clinicians, Practitioners, and Educators Conference, Pittsburgh, PA, 2003.

8. Nutritional Behavioral Strategies. Behavior Change Strategies and Theory, School of Education, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, 2003.

9. Motivational Interviewing. Behavior Change Strategies and Theory, School of Education, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, 2004.

10. Thinking Outside the Box to Increase Activity: Play Hard!” Peebles Elementary Health Fair on Wellness and Obesity Prevention, Allison Park, PA, 2004.

11. The Diabetes Prevention Program. Weight Management Graduate Course, School of Education, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, 2005.

12. “Lessons Learned” from Effective Behavioral Interventions for Weight Control and Physical Activity. ACSM Health and Fitness Summit, March 2005.

13. Diabetes Prevention Program. Research and Experimental Design Graduate Course, School of Education, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, April 2005.

14. Working Together To Create Nutritionally Sound And Physically Active Environment For Children: Teamwork! School of Nursing Conference: Evidence-Based Practice for Improving Children’s Health: Focus on Nutrition and Fitness, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, May 2005.

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15. Nutrition and Weight Management. Health and Fitness Instructors Conference, School of Education, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, June 2005.

16. Exercise, Behavior, and Obesity. Research and Experimental Design Graduate Course, School of Education, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, April 2006.

17. To Change or Not to Change? Overcoming Conflict to Become Physically Active. ACSM Health and Fitness Summit, April 2006.

18. Nutrition and Weight Management. Health and Fitness Instructors Conference, School of Education, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, June 2006.

19. Behavioral Strategies and Interventions. Health and Fitness Instructors Conference, School of Education, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, June 2006.

20. Practical Applications of Results from Clinical Weight Loss Interventions. 8th Annual Conference on the Prevention & Treatment of Overweight and Obese Individuals, Kansas City, Kansas, September 2006.

21. A Historical Perspective of Campaigns and Refreshers. Look AHEAD Training, Denver, CO, September 2006.

22. Practical Applications of Results from Clinical Weight Loss Trials. Graduate Physical Epidemiology Course, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, October 2006.

23. Research Designs of Exercise, Behavior, and Obesity Studies. Research and Experimental Design Graduate Course, School of Education, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, March 2007.

24. Overview of the Intervention Manuals and MOPs, Overview of Topics for the First 6 Months, Individual Counseling Sessions, Group Counseling Sessions, and Intervention after 1st Six Months. CALERIE Training, Bethesda, MD, March 2007.

25. Dietary Approaches to Obesity. Obesity Prevention and Treatment Graduate Course, School of Education, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, April 2007.

26. Weight Control and Physical Activity. Chair, American College of Sports Medicine 54th Annual Meeting, New Orleans, LA, May 2007.

27. Effective Physical Activity Interventions: Lessons Learned from Multi-Center Clinical Trials. Chair, American College of Sports Medicine 54th Annual Meeting,

New Orleans, LA, May 2007. 28. Examination of Time-Based Strategies on Weight Loss and Physical Activity in

Overweight Adults. The Obesity Society Annual Meeting, New Orleans, LA, October 2007.

29. Current Research Agenda Presentation. Professional Seminar Graduate Course, School of Education, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, November 2007.

30. Practical Applications of Results from Clinical Weight Loss Trials. Graduate Physical Epidemiology Course, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, November 2007.

31. Filling Your Toolbox: Practice Strategies for Behavior Change, ACSM Health and Fitness Summit, March 2008.

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32. Physical Activity Epidemiology. Research and Experimental Design Graduate Course, School of Education, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, March 2008.

33. Data Summary of Campaigns and Refreshers. Look AHEAD Training, Bethesda, MD, April 2008.

34. Your Roots are Planted in DPP, DPP Outcomes Study Group Session, Pittsburgh, PA, April 2008.

35. Overview of Topics for Months 7-24, Individual Counseling Sessions for Months 7-24, and Group Counseling Sessions for Months 7-24, CALERIE Training, May 2008.

36. Get Moving: Physical Activity Considerations for Weight Loss and Health, Heinz Health and Wellness Forum: Heart Health, Warrendale, PA, June 2008.

37. Practical Applications of Results from Clinical Weight Loss Trials. Graduate Physical Epidemiology Course, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, November 2008.

38. Filling Your Intervention Toolbox with Behavior Change Strategies. MARC-ACSM Conference, Harrisburg, PA, November 2008.

39. Dietary Approaches to Obesity. Obesity Prevention and Treatment Graduate Course, School of Education, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, February 2009.

40. Research Designs: Exercise, Behavior, and Obesity. Research and Experimental Design Graduate Course, School of Education, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, March 2009.

41. Physical Activity and Lifestyle Intervention for the Severely Obese, ACSM National Conference, Seattle, WA, May 2009.

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATES, AWARDS & CERTIFICATIONS Professional Associates

1. Academic Affairs Committee-University of Pittsburgh (School of Ed.), 2006- Present

2. Academic Affairs Committee Subcommittee-Doctoral Programs-University of Pittsburgh (School of Ed.), 2007-present

3. Academic Affairs Committee Subcommittee-Revision of Academic Integrity Guidelines-University of Pittsburgh (School of Ed.), 2008-present

4. Research Committee-University of Pittsburgh (School of Ed.), 2004-20075. Graduate Faculty-University of Pittsburgh (School of Ed.), 2004-present6. Reviewer of PhD Candidates Committee-University of Pittsburgh (School of Ed.),

2004-present7. BS Curriculum Redevelopment Committee-University of Pittsburgh (School of

Ed.), 2005-20068. MS Curriculum Redevelopment Committee-University of Pittsburgh (School of

Ed.), 2005-20069. Faculty Assembly, University of Pittsburgh, 2008-present10. Senate Council, University of Pittsburgh, 2008-2009

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11. New Faculty Focus Group, University of Pittsburgh, 200912. Reviewer – Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, 2001-present13. Reviewer – American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine, 200614. Reviewer – ACSM’s Health & Fitness Journal, 2007-present15. Reviewer – Current Diabetes Reports, 2008-present 16. Reviewer – Journal of Physical Activity and Health, 2008-present17. Section Editor- Issues in the Nutritional Treatment of Diabetes, Current Diabetes

Reports, 2008-present18. American College of Sports Medicine-member19. Strategic Health Initiative Committee of the American College of Sports

Medicine, 2005-present 20. Reviewer – NAASO Abstracts, 2006-200821. Reviewer – ADA Weight Management DPG newsletter, 200822. Advisory Committee to the University Club, 2009-present23. American College of Sports Medicine-ACSM Roundtable on Strategies to

Promote the Adoption and Maintenance of Weight Loss Related Behaviors- September 2006

24. American Dietetic Association-member25. The Obesity Society-member26. Center for Science in the Public Interest-member27. SCAN- Sports, Cardiovascular, and Wellness Nutritionists, ADA, member28. Weight Management Group, ADA, member29. Mid-Atlantic Chapter of the American College of Sports Medicine-member,

200330. Student Dietetic Association, 1991 – 199331. Three River’s Society for Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Rehabilitation, 1994 -1995

Certifications1. Adult CPR/AED - American Red Cross, 2004-present2. NIH Course Completion on the Protection of Human Research Subjects3. NIH Recognition of Participation with the Diabetes Prevention Program4. Diabetes 2001 Update in Management Therapies Seminar5. New Issues in Nutrition and Health, 20016. Dietary Supplements, 20007. University of Pittsburgh Certificate of Completion: Preventing Sexual

Harassment8. University of Pittsburgh Education and Certification Program in Research

Practice Fundamentals: Human Subjects Research Module and Research Integrity

Award1. UPMC Award for Perfect Attendance, 2001

GRANTSOngoing Research SupportU01 AG22132 04 Otto (PI) 5/1/06 – 4/30/10

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NIH-AGComprehensive Assessment of Long-Term Effects of Reducing Intake of Energy (CALERIE)This study is examining the long-term effect of reducing energy intake of metabolic and physiological factors related to obesity and health risk.Role: Principle Investigator

P30 (DK046204) Otto (PI) 9/07 - 9/08Obesity/Nutrition Research CenterThe Effect of an Exercise Buddy Kiosk on Physical Activity Levels in School-Age ChildrenThe major goal of this project is to examine the effect of an intervention that integrates the a computer software program (kiosk) on cardiorespiratory fitness and body mass index in school-age children compared to a no-treatment control group of children.Role: Principle Investigator

U01 (DK057002) Jakicic (PI) 9/30/99 - 7/31/13NIH/NIDDKLook AHEAD: Action for Health In DiabetesThe major goal of this project is to examine the effect of weight loss on treating patients with type 2 diabetes.Role: Author of various intervention materials, LRC Leader, Serve on Writing Groups

1 R01 HL084400-01A2 Jakicic (PI) 9/1/07 – 6/30/12NIH-NHLBIThe Effect of a Stepped Care Approach to Long-Term Weight LossThis study is examining the effect of a progressive, criterion-based stepped-care approach to modifying weight loss behaviors on long-term weight loss compared to a standard behavioral weight loss intervention.Role: Co-Investigator

Pending Research SupportR01 Daley (PI) Submitted: 2/1/09 NIDAThe Impact of Physical Activity on Drug Abuse OutcomesThe major goals of this project are to examine the effects of a physical activity intervention on drug abuse outcomes with patients in treatment for a DSM IV drug abuse or dependence disorder in an Intensive Outpatient Program. Role: Co-Investigator

U01HL096770-01 Jakicic (PI) Proposed Dates: 7/1/09 – 6/30/14Enhanced Behavioral Intervention to Improve Long-Term Weight Loss in Young AdultsThe major goals of this project are to examine strategies to promote long-term weight loss in young adults and to examine the effect of technology as an intervention delivery channel in this population.

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Role: Co-Investigator

Completed Research SupportR01 HL67826-01A2 Jakicic (PI) 9/1/03 – 8/31/08NIH/NHLBIEnhancing Exercise Participation in Overweight AdultsThe major goals of this project are to examine strategies for improving the adoption and maintenance of exercise in overweight adults and to determine if this will translate into improvements in long-term weight loss. Role: Co-Investigator

R01 HL70257-01A1 Jakicic (PI) 1/1/03 – 12/31/06NIH/NHLBIEffect of Exercise on the Prevention of Weight GainThe major goals of this project are to examine the dose-response of exercise on long-term prevention of obesity in moderately overweight adults, with moderate intensity exercise at either 30 or 60 minutes per day (5 days per week) being examined over a period of 18 months.Role: Co-Investigator

UNIVERSITY TEACHING ROLESUniversity of Pittsburgh Pediatric Exercise Physiology Summer 2003

Graduate Course Department of HPRED

Nutrition in Sport and Exercise Fall 2003Graduate CourseDepartment of HPRED

Nutrition in Health Fall 2004, Undergraduate Course 2005, 2006Department of HPA 2007, 2008

Behavioral Change Strategies Spring 2005,Undergraduate Course 2006, 2007, Department of HPA 2008, 2009

Nutrition in Sport and Exercise Summer Graduate Online Course 2009 Department of HPA

DOCTORAL DISSERTATION AND MASTERS THESES COMMITTEES

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Diane Helsel, PhD, RD, University of Pittsburgh (Completed)Title: Diary StudyRole: Committee MemberRuth Kowalis, University of Pittsburgh (Completed)Title: The Effects of Short-Term Weight Loss on Resting Energy ExpenditureRole: Committee Member

Chris Mohr, University of Pittsburgh (Completed)Title: The Effects of Meal Periodicity on Weight LossRole: Committee Member

Erin Thomas, University of Pittsburgh (Completed)Title: Technology to Improve Assessment of Physical ActivityRole: Committee Member

Kim Weary, University of Pittsburgh (Completed)Title: The 24-Week Effect of Change in Body Weight and Body Composition on Muscular Strength and Function in Overweight AdultsRole: Committee Member

Kristen Polzien, University of Pittsburgh (Completed)Title: The Effectiveness of the HealthwearTM System in a Short-term Behavioral Weight Loss InterventionRole: Committee Member

Tina Mathur, University of Pittsburgh (Completed)Title: Does Perceived “Importance” and “Willingness” Impact the Adoption of Weight Loss Behaviors and Weight Loss in a Behavioral Intervention for Overweight Adults?Role: Committee Member

Sara Fleet, University of Pittsburgh (Completed)Title: Obesity, Body Composition, and Insulin Resistance in Bipolar PatientsRole: Committee Member

Anne Matthews, University of Pittsburgh (Completed)Title: Changes in Fat Oxidation with Endurance Activity in Obese Adults with and without Type 2 DiabetesRole: Committee Member

Laura Fonzi, University of Pittsburgh (Completed)Title: The Effect of Home-Based Resistance Exercise in Overweight and Obese Adults Role: Committee Member

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Lisa Mealey, University of Pittsburgh (Completed)Title: Effect of Dance Dance Revolution on Energy Expenditure and Enjoyment in Obese Children Compared to Alternate Forms of ActivityRole: Committee Member

Alissa Mealey, University of Pittsburgh (Completed)Title: Validation of the BodyMedia SenseWear Pro Armband to Estimate Energy Expenditure in Obese Children During Various Modes of ActivityRole: Committee Member

Deb Josbeno, University of Pittsburgh (Completed)Title: The Relationship between Physical Activity, Physical Function, and Psychosocial Variables in Individuals Post-Bariatric Surgery. Role: Committee Member

Andrea Hergenroeder, University of Pittsburgh (Doctoral Candidate)Title: The Influenceof Body Mass Index on Self-Report and Performance-Based Measures of Physical Function in Adult Women Role: Committee Member

Yoon Myung Kim (Doctoral Candidate), University of PittsburghTitle: Role of Regular Exercise in the Treatment of Abdominal Obesity in YouthRole: Committee Member

Christine Dutton (Doctoral Candidate), University of PittsburghTitle: The Comparison of a Technology-Based System and an In-Person Behavioral Weight Loss Intervention in Overweight and Obese AdultsRole: Committee Member

Jessica Unick (Doctoral Candidate), University of PittsburghTitle: The Acute Effect of Exercise on Energy Intake in Overweight WomenRole: Committee Member

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