Organic and functional food consumption: a sociodemographic perspective by Jelena Tepavčević, Ivana Blešić, Milorad Todorović, Teodora Petković

“…This study examines the consumption of organic and functional foods, highlighting the growing interest in these products due to their perceived health benefits. …”
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Functional Foods in Clinical Trials and Future Research Directions by Zsuzsa Emma Hajzer, Walaa Alibrahem, Nihad Kharrat Helu, Csaba Oláh, József Prokisch

“…Clinical trials serve as a cornerstone in the meticulous assessment of the efficacy and myriad health benefits that functional foods offer. These trials are not merely confined to the specific domain of functional foods; rather, they resonate throughout the expansive realms of nutrition science and public health, illuminating the intricate interdependencies that exist among these disciplines. …”
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Long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids and brain functions by Bartłomiej Kusy

“…DHA in particular is crucial for the proper progress and functioning of the cerebrum because it is the main structural component of ω-3 PUFA in the brain. …”
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Properties, Physiological Functions and Applications of Starch-Lipid Complexes by Xinying ZHAO, Changqing RUAN, Zhijiang LI, Huacheng TANG, Changyuan WANG

“…Starch-lipid complexes, the fifth type of resistant starch, result from the binding of starch's long-chain segments with oils or fatty acids, which alters the original starch's structure, properties, and physiological functions. This review examines the impact of starch-lipid complex formation on the physicochemical characteristics of starch, including gelatinization, swelling, freeze-thaw stability, and rheological properties, as well as its digestive capabilities. …”
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Wanting and liking of Facebook functions and their correlation to problematic use by Dorottya Lakatos, Balázs Kovács, István Czigler, Zsolt Demetrovics, Domonkos File

“…Results aligned with predictions of IST, showing a positive correlation between wanting and usage time/frequency and problematic use, while marginal and inconsistent correlation was found with liking. Various Facebook functions contribute differently to its addictive potential, with social-communication features having the highest and general information features the lowest impact. …”
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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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Diverse functions of NLRP3 inflammasome in PANoptosis and diseases by Yuanyuan Jiang, Zhiyuan Qiang, Yue Liu, Liwei Zhu, Long Xiao, Zhenfang Du, Rong Cai, Sheng Qiang

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CLINICAL AND FUNCTIONAL RELATIONSHIPS IN CHRONIC RENAL DISEASES IN CHILDREN by T. V. Sergeeva, N. N. Kartamysheva, T. V. Margieva, E. A. Moltanova, T. S. Vosnesenskaya, O. V. Komarova, A. G. Timofeeva, T. V. Vashurina, O. A. Zrobok, S. V. Dmitrienko, A. M. Mazo, A. N. Tsygin

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Clinical Significance and Functional Insights of Tesmin in Hepatocellular Carcinoma by Lijun Cao, Lin Zhang, Siyu Liu, Xue Wang

“…To investigate the functional role of tesmin, we utilized shRNA constructs for transfection-mediated knockdown. …”
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Influence of digital environment on the cognitive function of schoolchildren and students by E. A. Avdeeva, O. A. Kornilova

“…Over the past twenty years, from 1998 to 2018, they have conducted studies on the impact of electronic devices and the Internet on cognitive functions of the younger generation. …”
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Oxidative Stress: Signaling Pathways, Biological Functions, and Disease by Sixuan Liu, Jiachen Liu, Yinhuai Wang, Fei Deng, Zebin Deng

“…OS modulates critical signaling pathways, induces inflammation, impairs mitochondrial function, alters metabolic homeostasis, and dysregulates autophagy, contributing to disease progression. …”
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Chickpeas and gut microbiome: Functional food implications for health by Aswani Ajay, Supriya Singh Gaur, Rafeeya Shams, Kshirod Kumar Dash, Shaikh Ayaz Mukarram, Béla Kovács

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On the structure of species-function participation in multilayer ecological networks by Sandra Hervías-Parejo, Mar Cuevas-Blanco, Lucas Lacasa, Anna Traveset, Isabel Donoso, Ruben Heleno, Manuel Nogales, Susana Rodríguez-Echeverría, Carlos J. Melián, Victor M. Eguíluz

“…Abstract Understanding how biotic interactions shape ecosystems and impact their functioning, resilience and biodiversity has been a sustained research priority in ecology. …”
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Structure–Function Correlation in Cobalt-Induced Brain Toxicity by Basel Obied, Stephen Richard, Alon Zahavi, Dror Fixler, Olga Girshevitz, Nitza Goldenberg-Cohen

“…The aim of this study was to explore the pathophysiology of cobalt-induced oxidative stress in the brain and its impact on structure and function. Thirty-five wild-type C57B16 mice received intraperitoneal cobalt chloride injections: a single high dose with evaluations at 24, 48, and 72 h (<i>n</i> = 5, each) or daily low doses for 28 (<i>n</i> = 5) or 56 days (<i>n</i> = 15). …”
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An extension of the logistic function to account for nonstationary drought losses by T. Zhao, Z. Chen, Y. Zhang, B. Zhang, Y. Li

“…<p>While the stationary intensity loss function is fundamental to drought impact assessment, the relationship between drought loss and intensity can change as time progresses owing to socio-economic developments. …”
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Comparison of unicompartmental knee prosthesis alignment with functional outcomes by Antoni Raciborski-Król, Krzysztof Woźniak, Wojciech Bocheński, Sebastian Żabierek, Krzysztof Nowak, Marcin Domżalski

“…This study aimed to assess and compare the alignment of unicompartmental knee arthroplasties (UKA) and its impact on functional outcome. Material and methods. …”
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A Study on the Oxidative Functionalization of a Poplar Biochar by Antonella Di Vincenzo, Ettore Madonia, Calogero Librici, Paola Bambina, Delia Chillura Martino, Susanna Guernelli, Paolo Lo Meo, Pellegrino Conte

“…This study investigates the functionalization of a poplar biochar (PB), obtained by high-temperature pyrolysis, under oxidative conditions typically used in organic synthesis. …”
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Adapting the concept of functionally dominant species for observational data by Audréanne Loiselle, Raphaël Proulx, Stéphanie Pellerin

“…While the keystone species approach is an appealing framework for that purpose, it has been criticized for its lack of a clear threshold to identify functionally important species and for its limited ability to handle observational data variability. …”
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Tirzepatide Affect Sexual Function in Women: Case Report by Ghada Farouk Mohammed, Mohammed Saleh Al-Dhubaibi, Saleh Salem Bahaj, Rana Magdy Mohammed

“…Methods: We performed an extensive clinical evaluation, which included the Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI). Metabolic, hormonal, immunologic, and hematologic etiology of sexual dysfunction was ruled out by laboratory examination. …”
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New Functional Formulations for Dry Seafood Concentrates and their Properties by Bogdanov Valery D., Simdiankin Andrei A., Pankina Anna V., Mostovoi Vadim D.

“…Nutrition has a significant impact on human health, performance, well-being, and lifespan. …”
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