Diagnostic challenges of heart failure with preserved ejection fraction: focus on echocardiography by A. A. Ivanova, O. N. Dzhioeva, E. A. Lavrenova, E. A. Rogozhkina, O. M. Drapkina

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Environmentally Sustainable Functionalized WS₂ Nanoparticles as Curing Promoters and Interface Modifiers in Epoxy Nanocomposites by Lyazzat Tastanova, Amirbek Bekeshev, Sultan Nurlybay, Andrey Shcherbakov, Anton Mostovoy

“…This study investigates the effect of the surface functionalization of tungsten disulfide (WS₂) nanoparticles with aminoacetic acid (glycine) on the structure, curing behavior, and mechanical performance of epoxy nanocomposites. …”
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Fertility-enhancing effects of Prunus amygdalas oil on reproductive functions of male rats: A two-generation study by Sadia Kashif, Sadaf Naeem, Saira Khan, Aisha Razzaque

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Measurement of the Functional Size of Web Analytics Implementation: A COSMIC-Based Case Study Using Machine Learning by Ammar Abdallah, Alain Abran, Munthir Qasaimeh, Malik Qasaimeh, Bashar Abdallah

“…To fully leverage Google Analytics and derive actionable insights, web analytics practitioners must go beyond standard implementation and customize the setup for specific functional requirements, which involves additional web development efforts. …”
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Genetic evidence suggests a causal relationship linking thyroid function to prospective memory and dementia and Parkinson’s disease by Yang Wang, Yanying Liu, Huimin Yang, Zhuang Mo, Haiyan Liu, Qi Yu

“…Abstract Epidemiological studies suggest a link between thyroid function and prospective memory (PM), but more evidence is required. …”
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Carrot-based functional pet food: A comprehensive study on texture, nutritional value, microbiology, and canine acceptance by Mateo Londoño Valencia, Juan Camilo Henao-Rojas, Luis A. Salazar Hoyos

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Dynamic Change of VOR and Otolith Function in Intratympanic Gentamicin Treatment for Ménière’s Disease: Case Report and Review of the Literature by L. E. Walther, R. Huelse, K. Blättner, M. B. Bloching, A. Blödow

“…Today, in MD it is possible to monitor changes of vestibular receptor function, induced by IGT, with objective test methods such as the video head impulse test (vHIT) and cervical and ocular vestibular evoked myogenic potentials (cVEMP, oVEMP) in a dynamic, time-and frequency-dependent manner. …”
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Adaptive Sampled Value Differential Protection With High Penetration of Inverter-Based Resource Based on Error Function Fitting by Wenyue Zhou, Zhaowei Zhou, Xiaopeng Li, Wei Chen, Hao Wang, Bing Luo

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Predicting Functional Decline in Geriatric Abdominal Surgery Patients: Unveiling Incidence, Risk Factors, and Innovative Predictive Models in Thailand by Poungkaew Thitisakulchai, Arunotai Siriussawakul, Sunit Jarungjitaree, Nipaporn Sangarunakul, Piyapat Dajpratham

“…The baseline characteristics including Basic Activities of Daily Living [BADL] and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living [IADL] scores, preoperative laboratory testing and surgical-related data were recorded. Functional status was reassessed one month post-surgery. …”
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Design of a Janus Composite Patch with Anti-Adhesive and Growth-Promoting Functions for Abdominal Wall Defect Repair by Qingxi Hu, Xiaoyang Hou, Hekai Shi, Yongteng Song, Bing Zhou, Xinli Hu, Haiguang Zhang, Yan Gu

“…However, clinically used polymer patches often fall short in terms of the anti-deformation, anti-adhesion, and tissue integration functions, which can result in visceral adhesions and foreign body reactions after implantation. …”
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Correlation between Post-COVID-19, Chemosensitive Function, Blood Group, and Oral Health-Related Quality of Life by Rehab Abdulwahab M. Alabsi, N. C. Sandeepa, Rema Tariq Misfer, Majdah Mahmood Alraqdi, Mohammed Ibrahim M. Hamdi

“…Objective evaluation of olfactory and gustatory disturbances was elicited using the Connecticut Chemosensory Clinical Research Center (CCCRC) test and gustatory function testing. Furthermore, OHRQoL was assessed using Oral Health Impact Profile (OHIP-14). …”
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Substitution of non-forage fibre sources for cereal grains and molasses in calf starter on performance and development of ruminal function by D.B. Vagnoni, C. Sousa, M.A. Messman

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Chimeric antigen receptor NK-92 cell function is modulated by HLA class I expression of target cells by Nicolai Stransky, Ranran Ji, Lukas Prause, Katrin Ganser, Winfried S. Wels, Peter Ruth, Stephan M. Huber, Franziska Eckert

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Sustainable co-fermentation of seagrape (Caulerpa lentillifera) and coffee cherry pulp: Enhancing bioactivity and stability for functional beverages by Churairat Moukamnerd, Supanut Pothimoi, Saranya Peerakietkhajorn, Chittipong Tipbunjong

“…LC-QTOF-MS analysis confirmed the release and biotransformation of diverse bioactive metabolites during fermentation, contributing to the enhanced functional properties of the final product. With its enhanced bioactivity, stability, reduced cytotoxicity, and superior sensory attributes, co-fermentation of seagrape and coffee cherry pulp presents a promising strategy for the development of health-promoting functional beverages.…”
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Omnidirectionally stretchable, biodegradable mesh electrode with re-entrant structure for spatial-stable functional position on dynamic organs by Jaewon Kim, Jaewon Kim, Kyung Su Kim, Kyung Su Kim, Seungbin Kim, Yong-seok Lee, Jahyun Koo, Jahyun Koo

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Evaluation of freely available data profiling tools for health data research application: a functional evaluation review by Neil Sebire, Trevor Heritage, Ben Gordon, Susheel Varma, Jake Barrett, Clara Fennessy, Victor Banda, Enez McCondochie, Oenone Duroe, Richard Jeffery, Vishnu Rajamani, Kieran Earlam

“…From initial assessment, several underwent further detailed evaluation for application on healthcare data using a synthetic dataset of 1000 patients and associated data using a common health data model, and tools scored based on their functionality with this dataset.Setting Improving the quality of healthcare data for research use is a priority. …”
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Evaluation of the Relationship Between Aortic Stiffness and Elasticity and Left Ventricular Functional Parameters in Patients with ANOCA Using CCTA by Sheng A, Zhang L, Zhu D, Hu G, Shi X, Zong Q, Wang P, Wang Z

“…The differences in CCTA indices of ascending aortic stiffness and aortic elasticity, left ventricular function indices of left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) and cardiac output (CO) were compared between the two groups.Results: The arterial compliance (AC) and arterial distensibility (AD) values in the case group were significantly lower than those in the control group, while arterial stiffness (β) value was significantly higher in the case group compared to the control group (P< 0.05). …”
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Functional Profiling of <i>Enterococcus</i> and <i>Pediococcus</i> Strains: An In Vitro Study on Probiotic and Postbiotic Properties by Mircea-Cosmin Pristavu, Filofteia Camelia Diguță, Alexandru Constantin Aldea, Florentina Badea, Mihaela Dragoi Cudalbeanu, Alina Ortan, Florentina Matei

“…An FTIR spectral analysis confirmed the presence of key functional groups associated with phenolics, organic acids, and peptides, indicating a complex biochemical profile. …”
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Mitochondrial DNA copy number as a genetic determinant of renal function: insights from bidirectional Mendelian randomization by Suwei Wang, Yuanjing Yang, Zeyu Pang, Yidan Li, Ke Li, Yan Sun, Jurong Yang

“…Background: Observational studies suggest a correlation between mitochondrial DNA copy number (mtDNA-CN) and renal function; however, the causality remains uncertain. …”
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Short-term clinical and functional outcomes of distal biceps tendon fixation: all-suture vs. titanium anchors by Felix Hochberger, MD, Julian Hess, MD, Christian Konrads, MD, Tizian Heinz, MD, Ella Segatz, Maximilian Rudert, MD, Kilian List, MD

“…Background: The objective of this study was to evaluate the preliminary clinical and functional outcomes of patients with distal biceps tendon ruptures undergoing surgical fixation using 2 intramedullary all-suture anchors (ASAs) and to compare these outcomes with a control group treated with 2 intramedullary titanium anchors (TAs). …”
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