State-dependent inter-network functional connectivity development in neonatal brain from the developing human connectome project by Zhiyong Zhao, Ruolin Li, Yihan Wu, Mingyang Li, Dan Wu

“…This study aimed to investigate dynamic functional network connectivity (dFNC) using resting-state functional MRI in 244 full-term (age: 37–44 weeks) and 36 preterm infants (age: 37–43 weeks) from the dHCP dataset. …”
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A prospective histopathological analysis of the inferior turbinate: which functional parts should be preserved during turbinate surgery? by Salma Saud AlSharhan, Norah Mohammad AlNafea, Mona Mohammad Ashoor, Wasan Fahad AlMarzouq, Salwa ALRashed AlHumaid, Nada Abdallah ALBahrani, Areej Manssour Al Nemer, Reem S. AlOmar, Hussain Jawad Aljubran

“…Therefore, this study aimed to identify the histological changes and the most functional areas of the IT to assist otolaryngologists with improving and modifying surgical techniques and minimizing potential complications. …”
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Characterizing the effects of age, puberty, and sex on variability in resting-state functional connectivity in late childhood and early adolescence by Kelly A. Duffy, Andrea Wiglesworth, Donovan J. Roediger, Ellery Island, Bryon A. Mueller, Monica Luciana, Bonnie Klimes-Dougan, Kathryn R. Cullen, Mark B. Fiecas

“…Previous research has investigated how these factors relate to static (time-averaged) functional connectivity (FC), but little is known about their relationship with dynamic (time-varying) FC. …”
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Generation and functional characterization of tuft cells in non-human primate pancreatic ducts through organoid culture systems by Kosuke Sakaguchi, Chiemi Kimura-Nakajima, Akihiko Inaba, Yoshiko Hatano, Hanako Ogawa, Yuichi Koshiishi, Keisuke Tanaka, Tatsuya Kometani, Makoto Ohmoto, Koji Sato, Hiroo Imai, Ken Iwatsuki

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Urine anion and osmolality gaps in the comprehensive evaluation of acid base balance across different levels of kidney function by Saeko Hatanaka Ito, Go Kanzaki, Hideaki Kuno, Takahito Niikura, Kosuke Honda, Yasuyuki Nakada, Nobuo Tsuboi, Takashi Hasegawa, Takashi Yokoo

“…Abstract Ammonium excretion is often estimated using urinary anion gap (UAG) and osmolality gap (UOG) when direct measurement is unavailable, particularly in patients with impaired kidney function. We aimed to examine how UAG and UOG vary across different levels of kidney function and their relationships with acid–base parameters. …”
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Neurological function is restored post-ischemic stroke in zebrafish, with aging exerting a deleterious effect on its pathology by Takamasa Mizoguchi, Ayumi Maki, Yuno Nakase, Mayu Okita, Yuina Minami, Misa Fukunaga, Motoyuki Itoh

“…Despite the critical nature of this condition, therapeutic options remain limited, with a pressing challenge being the development of treatments aimed at restoring neurological function. In this study, we leveraged zebrafish, renowned for their exceptional regenerative capabilities, to analyze the pathology of IS and the subsequent recovery process. …”
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Effect of vitamin D on anterior cruciate ligament injury rates and post‐reconstruction function—A systematic review by Andrea Pasquini, Radu Prejbeanu, Octav Russu, Riccardo D'Ambrosi, Cosmin Ioan Faur, Giulio Maria Marcheggiani Muccioli, Mihail Lazar Mioc

“…Abstract Purpose This systematic review aimed to investigate the association between serum vitamin D levels and key outcomes following anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR), including ACL injury risk, postoperative muscle recovery and post‐reconstruction functional outcomes. …”
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Valorisation of dragon fruit peel in drinking yoghurt: Development, physicochemical, proximate, functional properties, and shelf-life evaluation by Maryam Saeed Hafiz, Karunanayaka Mudiyanselage Imayuru Ushada Karunanayaka, Kartika Nugraheni, Ganwarige Sumali Nivanthi Fernando

“…Therefore, this study aimed to develop a drinking yoghurt using dragon fruit peel extract as a natural colorant and evaluate its physicochemical, proximate, functional, and shelf-life properties. …”
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Development of djenkol peel extract-loaded liposome as functional food ingredients: Physicochemical characteristic, antioxidant activities, and cytotoxicity by Lalita Chotphruethipong, Sirima Sinthusamran, Soottawat Benjakul, Theeraphol Senphan, Sitthipong Nalinanon, Chodsana Sriket

“…Thus, DPE-loaded liposomes demonstrate potential as a functional food ingredient with high bioactivity.…”
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The impact of surgical treatment of benign ovarian tumors on the reproductive health of women, taking into account the International Classification of Functioning by I. S. Zakharov, D. V. Kovlen, A. A. Bezmenko, E. F. Kondrina, A. A. Nazarenko, N. А. Trigubchuk, G. G. Shaginyan

“…In connection with these possible functional disorders, further clinical studies of a high level of evidence are needed, aimed at developing effective strategies for preserving the functioning of the reproductive system after surgical treatment of benign ovarian tumors.…”
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Urban-rural differences in the impacts of multiple chronic disease on functional limitations and work productivity among Chinese adults by Yang Zhao, Li He, Chunlei Han, Brian Oldenburg, Grace Sum, Tilahun Nigatu Haregu, Xiaoyun Liu

“…Objectives This study aims to examine the prevalence of multimorbidity among Chinese adults and its impact on functional disability and work productivity. …”
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Role of Functional Imaging Techniques to Assess Motor and Language Cortical Plasticity in Glioma Patients: A Systematic Review by S. Cirillo, M. Caulo, V. Pieri, A. Falini, A. Castellano

“…This systematic review is aimed at elucidating cortical brain plasticity for motor and language functions, in adult glioma patients, by means of preoperative and intraoperative mapping techniques. …”
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Phenotypic and functional changes of NK cells in patients with myelodysplastic syndrome and acute myeloid leukemia treated with hypomethylating drugs by D. I. Zhigarev, M. V. Khoreva, L. V. Gankovskaya

“…For this reason, the current review, in addition to describing the existing data on the changes of NK cell receptors expression under the influence of hypomethylating drugs, gives a special attention to critical analysis of functional characteristics of NK cells, including their cytotoxic activity aimed at malignant blast cells, being a determinant of clinical course in the described diseases.…”
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Structural brain alterations and changes in resting-state functional connectivity in patients with trigeminal neuralgia: A meta-analysis by Lapo Nardoni, Maria Giulia Tullo, Giulia Di Stefano, Marco Fiorelli, Francesca Caramia

“…Objective: This meta-analysis aims to synthesize structural and functional brain changes in TN patients through a coordinate-based meta-analysis using GingerALE. …”
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Interrelation of growth/differentiation factor-15 level with laboratory and clinical and functional parameters of patients with coronary artery disease by E. A. Zakharyan

“…Growth differentiation factor 15 (GDF-15) is a circulating protein that is associated with various pathological conditions.Aim. To study the relationship between the level of GDF-15 and labo­ratory, clinical and functional parameters of patients with coronary artery disease (CAD).Material and methods. …”
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Ligamental reconstruction improved the functional outcomes of patients with anterior cruciate ligament injury and early-stage symptomless osteoarthritis by Guang-nian Liu, Xing Chen, Ying Jin, Xiu-qi Liu, Shu-hong Wu, Hua-zhang Xiong

“…Data on demographic characteristics, pain and functional outcomes (visual analogue scale, Tegner, Lysholm, and International Knee Documentation Committee scores and range of motion), and imaging outcomes were collected. …”
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Ideational Meaning of Material Process in EFL Students’ Problem-Solving Text: A Frame of Systemic Functional Linguistics by Veronika Listi Ferdini Damopolii, Eva Tuckyta Sari Sujatna, Dadang Suganda, Rosaria Mita Amalia

“…To achieve this, the research focuses on analysing ideational meaning through transitivity, participants, processes, and circumstances, in Systemic Functional Linguistics, to know students’ ideas through writing. …”
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Legume lectin phytohemagglutinin reduces transepithelial electrical resistance by counteracting the chaperone function of heat shock protein-70 by Karol Dokladny, Prashanth Setty, Pope L. Moseley, Henry C. Lin

“…Since the relationship between lectin toxicity and the cellular chaperone machinery remains unknown, the study aimed to determine the effects of heat-denatured PHA on epithelial barrier function and heat shock protein 70 (HSP70) expression and its function as a molecular chaperone in PHA-treated Caco-2 cells and animals. …”
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Impact of Vitamin D3 and Reactive Oxygen Species on Sperm Functional Parameters in Patients with Grade III Varicocele by Alaa HACHEM, Asaad AL-SHOUK, Seemaa HACHIM

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Functional, Physical and Psychosocial Impacts of Oral Health-Related Quality of Life in Temporomandibular Disorders—A Comparative Study by Lujain AlSahman, Hamad AlBagieh, Roba AlSahman, Leopoldo P. Correa, Noshir R. Mehta

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