Professor Plotnikoff's research focuses on intervention development and testing related to physical activity promotion for the prevention and management of chronic diseases, with a specific focus on Type 2 Diabetes, as well as the promotion of healthy body weight and general health. This research is conducted across various settings (i.e., schools, clinics, workplaces, community) and target populations. Most of his research, in both Canada and Australia, involves inter-sectoral partnerships including public health authorities, health and education government sectors (national, provincial, regional), school boards, workplace organisations, and health professional affiliations (e.g., physician groups).