Anders Grøntved

Anders Grøntved is a Professor and Head of the Research Unit of Exercise Epidemiology and the Danish Centre for Motivation and Behaviour Science at the Department of Sports Science and Clinical Biomechanics, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Southern Denmark. His research focuses on the epidemiological and behavioral aspects of physical activity, sedentary behavior, and screen time, particularly in children and adolescents.

His research interests span Exercise Epidemiology, Physical Activity and Health, Behavioral Science, Childhood Obesity, Cardiorespiratory Fitness, and Environmental Influences on Motor Development. He employs large-scale population studies, longitudinal cohort designs, and intervention trials to understand how movement behaviors impact long-term health outcomes.

The recent articles highlight a strong focus on digital media use among youth, its association with physical activity, mental health, and motor development. His work frequently involves international collaborations and pooled analyses, reflecting a commitment to global public health insights. Themes include screen time during recess, preschool motor interventions, and environmental toxin exposure.

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Anders Grøntved has supervised multiple student projects and led major research initiatives, including the SCREENS project on screen-based media risks. He is actively involved in teaching, particularly in implementing physical activity in Danish public schools. His research is supported by structured teams and datasets, such as the SCREENS study dataset hosted on Zenodo, and he regularly contributes to public discourse through media appearances.