She has authored over 80 scientific publications on exercise and hypertension, exercise prescription for special populations particularly older adults and those with cardiometabolic disease, genetic determinants of the exercise response, and worksite health promotion interventions. Dr. Pescatello was the associate editor for the 8th edition of American College of Sports Medicine’s Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription and has been named the senior editor of the 9th edition of these guidelines that will be published in 2013. She has been actively involved with the American College of Sports Medicine throughout her career serving as a regional chapter President, Board of Trustee, Vice President of Research, Health and Policy, and Chair of the Pronouncements Committee.