Functional testing of the lower extremity muscles by P.O. Sirenko, I.P. Storozhenko, J. Žīdens, A. Zuša, O.P. Yuzyk, D. Lietuviete, T.V. Kolesnyk

“…On the basis of the obtained data, the optimal conditions for the mutual location of the segments of the kinematic links for the realization of the contractile capabilities of the muscles of the lower extremities have been determined, a protocol for functional testing of the muscles of the lower extremities has been developed, it is presented in graphic form with the possibility of entering data from both limbs, while test points of rotator muscles of the thigh and lower leg have been added.…”
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Impact of kidney transplantation on functional status by Hatem Ali, Karim Soliman, Mahmoud M. Mohamed, Manzur Rahman, Johann Herberth, Tibor Fülöp, Ingi Elsayed

“…Background and aims Functional capacity (FC) is known to affect morbidity and mortality in kidney transplantation. …”
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Safavid Libraries: Continuity and Change in Functions by Mahshid Borjian Borujeni, Zahra Abazari, Gholamreza Amirkhani, Fereshteh Sepehr, Nadjla Hariri

“…Methodology: According to the nature of the research, a library method based on books, manuscripts, and first-hand (primary) documents, has been used. Findings: The present study shows that in general, two distinct periods can be considered in the life and function of Safavid libraries. …”
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Pituitary Apoplexy Presenting With Oculomotor Nerve Palsy and Headache as the Initial Symptoms: A Case Report by Qifan Hou, Lixin Xu, Jing Yi

“…On the second postoperative day, the headache resolved, and the left eyelid regained normal function within 2 weeks. Pituitary apoplexy is extremely rare, with initial presentations of oculomotor nerve palsy being exceptionally uncommon. …”
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Certain Subclasses of Meromorphic Univalent Function Involving Differential Operator by Teba Rzaij Al-Kubaisi, AbdulRahman Salman Juma

“…The main object of the present paper is to introduce the class of meromorphic univalent function K* (σ,τ,S) defined by differential operator with study some geometric properties like coefficient inequality , growth theorem and distortion theorem, radii of starlikeness and convexity of f(z) in the class K* (σ,τ,S) .Also the concept of convolution (Hadamard product) investigate and Neighborhoods of the elements of class K* (σ,τ,S) are obtained.…”
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Odd Generalized Rayleigh- Exponential distribution Statistical Properties with Real Data Application by ِAli Monef

“…So  statistical model called the Generalized Rayleigh Exponential Distribution (OGRE) is presented. Some different properties of this distribution including moments, moment generating function, hazard function, survival function, ordered statistics and piecewise function are studied. …”
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Method for estimating objective function landscape convexity during extremum search by Alexande V. Smirnov

“…The work set out to develop a method for estimating the objective function (OF) landscape convexity in the extremum neighborhood. …”
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The methodology of teaching of the integration techniques of the rational functions by using partial fraction decomposition method and integration of the trigonometric functions by D. D. Gadjiev

“…There are introduced newly generated unabridged problems with the topics such as (a) Integration by partial fractions, (b) Integration of trigonometric functions and (c) Reduction formulas for the integration. …”
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Preventing the risk of iatrogenic harm when assessing and diagnosing functional neurological disorders and other functional somatic symptoms by Giovanni Stanghellini, George Ikkos, Cecilia Maria Esposito

“…The present commentary raises some concerns about the risk of iatrogenic harm arising out of the diagnosis of functional neurologic and somatic disorders. …”
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Prefrontal cortex intrinsic functional connectivity and executive function in early childhood and early adulthood using fNIRS by Cassondra M. Eng, Roberto J. Vargas, Howard L. Fung, Selena R. Niemi, Melissa Pocsai, Anna V. Fisher, Erik D. Thiessen

“…Executive function (EF) is crucial for goal-directed behavior and predicts overall wellbeing, academic and interpersonal success. …”
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Functional and Therapeutic Relevance of Rho GTPases in Innate Immune Cell Migration and Function during Inflammation: An In Silico Perspective by Pankaj Dipankar, Puneet Kumar, Shiba Prasad Dash, Pranita P. Sarangi

“…Here, we describe the molecular organization and activation of various domains of crucial elements associated with the activation of Rho GTPases using solved PDB structures. We will also present the latest evidence available on the relevance of Rho GTPases in the migration and function of innate immune cells during inflammation. …”
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Recovering Ion Distribution Functions. I. Slepian Reconstruction of Velocity Distribution Functions from MMS and Solar Orbiter by Srijan Bharati Das, Michael Terres

“…Plasma velocity distribution functions (VDFs) constitute a fundamental observation of numerous operational and future missions. …”
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A Comparative Study on the Effects of Functional and Non-Functional Fatigue Protocols on Dynamic Balance of Amateur Basketball Players by Sasan Naderi, Hamidreza Naserpour, Fariborz Mohammadi-Pour, Mohammadreza Amir-Seyfaddini

“…Objective: The purpose of the present study was to compare the effects of functional and non-functional fatigue protocols on the dynamic balance of amateur basketball players. …”
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Functional versus Nonfunctional Rehabilitation in Chronic Ischemic Stroke: Evidences from a Randomized Functional MRI Study by Maristela C. X. Pelicioni, Morgana M. Novaes, Andre S. C. Peres, Altay A. Lino de Souza, Cesar Minelli, Soraia R. C. Fabio, Octavio M. Pontes-Neto, Antonio C. Santos, Draulio B. de Araujo

“…Motor rehabilitation of stroke survivors may include functional and/or nonfunctional strategy. The present study aimed to compare the effect of these two rehabilitation strategies by means of clinical scales and functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI). …”
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Examining the effects of extremely low-frequency magnetic fields on cognitive functions and functional brain markers in aged mice by Senka Hadzibegovic, Olivier Nicole, Vojislav Andelkovic, Florence Poulletier de Gannes, Annabelle Hurtier, Isabelle Lagroye, Bruno Bontempi

“…Abstract Extremely low-frequency magnetic fields (ELF-MFs) are ubiquitously present in various environments of everyday life. …”
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Network analysis of cognitive function, glycemic–lipid profiles, and hepatic–renal function in individuals with diverse drinking patterns by Shuqi Xu, Shuqi Xu, Shuqi Xu, Shuqi Xu, Ranran Zhao, Ranran Zhao, Ranran Zhao, Jincheng Wang, Jincheng Wang, Jincheng Wang, Xue Yang, Xue Yang, Xue Yang, Lan Wang, Lan Wang, Lan Wang, Cuixia An, Cuixia An, Cuixia An, Xueyi Wang, Xueyi Wang, Xueyi Wang, Ran Wang, Ran Wang, Ran Wang

“…TC and AST presented the highest expected influence centrality. …”
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Differential resting-state functional connectivity patterns in functional movement disorders: Evidence for gait-disorder-specific aberrations by Carl Alexander Gless, Annemarie Reincke, Anne Weissbach, Christina Bolte, Johanna Geritz, Stephan Wolff, Christof Degen-Plöger, Oliver Granert, Christian Erdmann, Svea Seehafer, Philipp J. Koch, Alexander Münchau, Norbert Brüggemann, Kirsten E. Zeuner, Jos S. Becktepe

“…Background: The clinical presentation of Functional Movement Disorders (FMD) is highly variable, encompassing gait disturbances and a wide range of hyper- and hypokinetic movement abnormalities. …”
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Lipid nanoparticles (LNP) induce activation and maturation of antigen presenting cells in young and aged individuals by Jennifer Connors, David Joyner, Nathan J. Mege, Gina M. Cusimano, Matthew R. Bell, Jennifer Marcy, Bhavani Taramangalam, Kenneth M. Kim, Paulo J. C. Lin, Ying K. Tam, Drew Weissman, Michele A. Kutzler, Mohamad-Gabriel Alameh, Elias K. Haddad

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Desbordando la Puna de Atacama: movilidad, economías y etnicidad (1950 al presente) by Alejandro Garcés, Jorge Moraga, Marcelo Maureira, Adrián Saavedra

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An Unusual Presentation of Tyrosinemia Type 1 in a Pediatric Patient: Case Report and Comprehensive Review by Mahsa Rouhafshari, Mohammad Hadi Imanieh, Mahdi Khazaei, Zahra Radaei, Hamide Barzegar

“…Before therapies like nitisinone, management was limited to dietary modifications and liver transplantation. We present a 19‐month‐old girl who developed respiratory distress requiring intubation, with abnormal laboratory findings, including liver function tests. …”
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