Brent McFerran, Simon Fraser University (IMAGE) Simon Fraser University Caption Assistant Professor Brent McFerran of Simon Fraser University's Beedie School of Business has published a study suggesting use of plus-sized models in advertising may be linked to rising obesity rates. Credit SFU Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.