Functional Nanomaterials for Sensing and Detection (2nd Edition) by Weiping Cai, Hongwen Zhang

“…Functional nanomaterials have emerged as a cornerstone of modern sensing and detection technologies, owing to their unique physicochemical properties derived from high surface-to-volume ratios and nanoscale effects [...]…”
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Nonlinear Parametric Dynamics of Bidirectional Functionally Graded Beams by Yixin Lu, Xiaochao Chen

“…In this paper, the parametric dynamics of bidirectional functionally graded (BDFG) beams subjected to a time-dependent axial force are studied. …”
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Immunoregulatory function of Ganoderma spore oil in immunocompromised mice by YI Youjin, HU shun, XIONG Xingyao, LIU Dongbo, ZHONG Yingli, YI Chuanzhu

“…In addition, the Ganoderma spore oil had remarkable promoting effect on immune regulation of immunocompromised mice, including cell immunity, humoral immunity and non-specific immunity.These results indicate Ganoderma spore oil can stimulate both specific and non-specific immune function in mice, and enhance the immunoregulation functions of the immunocompromised mice according to the Chinese Theory Evaluating Procedure and Test Method of Health Foods.…”
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Neuropsychological functioning, age, and medication adherence in bipolar disorder. by Nadia Corréard, Julia-Lou Consoloni, Aurélie Raust, Bruno Etain, Romain Guillot, Sophie Job, Joséphine Loftus, Isabelle Médecin, Thierry Bougerol, Mircea Polosan, Benjamin Fredembach, Sébastien Gard, Katia M'Bailara, Jean-Pierre Kahn, Paul Roux, Anne-Sophie Homassel, Mathilde Carminati, Lucile Matos, Emilie Olié, Frank Bellivier, Philippe Courtet, Chantal Henry, Marion Leboyer, Jean-Michel Azorin, Raoul Belzeaux, FACE-BD collaborators

“…To date, the relationship between low adherence and neuropsychological functioning in BD is still unclear. As age and neuropsychological functioning might have opposing influences on adherence, our aim was to investigate this link with a particular focus on the effect of age.…”
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Autologous Fat Grafting Improves Facial Nerve Function by Marco Klinger, Andrea Lisa, Fabio Caviggioli, Luca Maione, Matteo Murolo, Valeriano Vinci, Francesco Maria Klinger

“…The case described confirms autologous fat grafting regenerative effect on scar tissue enlightening a possible therapeutic effect on peripheral nerve activity, hypothesizing that its entrapment into scar tissue can determine a partial loss of function.…”
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Structural and functional analysis of a homotrimeric collagen peptide by Xinling Zhang, Xinling Zhang, Kexin Li, Kexin Li, Nan Lu, Takafumi Takebayashi, Boyu Zhou, Hongbin Xie, Yufan Li, Xingyun Long, Xingjiong Qin, Hongyi Zhao, Hongyi Zhao, Jiying Dong

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Abdominal wall muscles function estimation after hernioplasty by A. D. Timoshin, A. L. Shestakov, O. I. Zagorulko, A. G. Inakov

“…Electromyography was performed for abdominal wall muscles function estimation. High effectiveness of surgical treatment was established.…”
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Functional disorders of urination in children. Reasons, diagnostics, treatment by T. V. Otpuschennikova

“…The problems related to urinary incontinence in children and the issues of treatment of urination functional disorders were considered. Bio-psycho-social model of hyperactive urinary bladder, or cause and effect relations of hyperactive urinary bladder in children was developed.…”
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Genotype and gene expression associations with immune function in Drosophila. by Timothy B Sackton, Brian P Lazzaro, Andrew G Clark

“…It is now well established that natural populations of Drosophila melanogaster harbor substantial genetic variation associated with physiological measures of immune function. In no case, however, have intermediate measures of immune function, such as transcriptional activity of immune-related genes, been tested as mediators of phenotypic variation in immunity. …”
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Specialized stands for functional testing of NPP cables products by I. M. Vyshnevskyi, V. I. Sakhno, O. V. Sakhno, A. G. Zelinskyy, S. P. Tomchay, T. V. Khrin, N. V. Khalova

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Interaction between macrophages and ferroptosis: Metabolism, function, and diseases by Qiaoling Jiang, Rongjun Wan, Juan Jiang, Tiao Li, Yantong Li, Steven Yu, Bingrong Zhao, Yuanyuan Li, Peifang Wei

“…Macrophages are a group of innate immune cells that are widely distributed throughout the body, and play pivotal roles in maintaining metabolic balance by its phagocytic and efferocytotic effects. There is a profound association between the biological functions of macrophage and ferroptosis. …”
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Local alpha strength functions for alpha knockout reactions by Nakatsukasa Takashi, Hinohara Nobuo

“…We have recently proposed “local α-removal strength function”, which quantifies the α-particle distribution inside the nucleus, using the meanfield-type wave function. …”
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Key Properties of Graphene and its Application in Functional Materials by Liu Donghao

“…Furthermore, surface functionalization enables continuous tuning of the Poisson’s ratio within the range of -0.6 to 0.4. …”
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Modulation of Conjunctival Goblet Cell Function by Inflammatory Cytokines by L. Contreras-Ruiz, A. Ghosh-Mitra, M. A. Shatos, D. A. Dartt, S. Masli

“…Such changes are a prominent feature of ocular surface inflammatory diseases and are attributed to inflammation; however, the exact effect of the inflammatory cytokines on conjunctival goblet cell function remains largely unknown. …”
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Multiple loci associated with renal function in African Americans. by Daniel Shriner, Alan Herbert, Ayo P Doumatey, Jie Zhou, Hanxia Huang, Michael R Erdos, Guanjie Chen, Norman P Gerry, Michael F Christman, Adebowale Adeyemo, Charles N Rotimi

“…Our findings provide insight into the genetic basis of variation in renal function among admixed African Americans.…”
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AS A FUNCTION OF CONSTRUCTION PROJECT PERFORMANCE by Ayodeji OKE, Adedayo OGUNGBILE, Luqman OYEWOBI, Callistus TENGAN

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Exploring the Adhesion Properties of Extracellular Vesicles for Functional Assays by Bianca C. Pachane, Bess Carlson, Suzanne E. Queen, Heloisa S. Selistre‐de‐Araujo, Kenneth W. Witwer

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Development of a functional product – chocolates with hemp seeds by A. I. Blyagoz, Z. N. Khatko, A. A. Khachatryan, R. M. Zhilova

“…Functional foods are beneficial to human health due to their high content of functional ingredients. …”
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Short playful interactions improve executive functions in children by Daniela Yaffe, Limor Shtoots, Omer Kochav Isakow, Yuval Daniel, Omer Reuveni, Shoshi Keisari, Yulia Golland

“…Abstract Executive Functions (EFs) are foundational for lifelong flourishing, supporting critical capacities such as planning, decision-making, and self-regulation. …”
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The Double-Edged Sword of Vitamin A: Function and Toxicity by Paulina Grzeszczuk, Magdalena Jabłonowska

“… Introduction: This article investigates the essential functions and health risks of vitamin A, focusing on its metabolic pathways, dietary origins, daily requirements, the clinical consequences of deficiency and the harmful effects of overdose. …”
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