Towards definitive functional forms for Monin–Obukhov similarity functions in stable and very stable surface layers by G. Casasanta, M. Conte, R. Sozzi, A. Cecilia, I. Petenko, S. Argentini

“…This paper bridges the well-established Monin–Obukhov Similarity Theory (MOST) with the more recent Energy and Flux Budget (EFB) second-order closure to analytically derive the functional forms of all MOST similarity functions under stable conditions. …”
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Functionality and feasibility of cognitive function training via mobile health application among youth at risk for psychosis by Huijun Li, Shunwen Yang, Hongmei Chi, Lihua Xu, Tianhong Zhang, Feng Bao, William S. Stone, Jijun Wang

“…Results: Participants in the SMART group report that the form and design of this app are simple to operate, and the content is trustworthy. They reported improvement in cognitive function and more motivation to seek help to improve their cognitive function. …”
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Donor and Recipient Polygenic Risk Scores Influence Kidney Transplant Function by Kane E. Collins, Kane E. Collins, Kane E. Collins, Edmund Gilbert, Edmund Gilbert, Vincent Mauduit, Katherine A. Benson, Katherine A. Benson, Elhussein A. E. Elhassan, Elhussein A. E. Elhassan, Conall O’Seaghdha, Conall O’Seaghdha, Claire Hill, Amy Jayne McKnight, Alexander P. Maxwell, Peter J. van der Most, Martin H. de Borst, Weihua Guan, Pamala A. Jacobson, Ajay K. Israni, Brendan J. Keating, Graham M. Lord, Salla Markkinen, Ilkka Helanterä, Kati Hyvärinen, Jukka Partanen, Stephen F. Madden, Matthew B. Lanktree, Sophie Limou, Gianpiero L. Cavalleri, Gianpiero L. Cavalleri, Gianpiero L. Cavalleri, Peter J. Conlon, Peter J. Conlon

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The antipsychotics functional index (AFI) in schizophrenia by Gabriel-Cristian Marinescu, Petru Iulian Ifteni, Andreea Teodorescu, Radu Georgescu

“…Schizophrenia can lead to significant and long-lasting deficits in patient functionality. The present study proposes a theoretical index that predicts the ability of an antipsychotic to improve the functionality of patients with schizophrenia. …”
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The outcome of functional constipation in Saudi children by Mohammad El Mouzan, Hayfa Alabdulkarim, Mohammed Kambal, Nawaf Alshammary, Rehab Alanazi, Shaffi Ahamed, Nouf Alhamid, Ahmed Al Sarkhy, Alhanouf Alzahrani, Asaad Assiri

“…Understanding the outcome of functional constipation (FC) for both patients and physicians is essential, yet it has been infrequently reported worldwide. …”
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Model development to improve the predictive maintenance reliability of medical devices by Khalid Musallam Alahmadi, Essam Rabea Ibrahim Mahmoud, Fitrian Imaduddin

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Factors Affecting Cognitive Function in Elderly by Gita Sekar Prihanti, Dwi Wilyani, Achmad Hanif, Afaf Azizah, Atika Rachmania Lilo, Humairoh Nur Permata Imaniah, Nadia Farah Fadhila, Tiara Andini Putri Nastiti, Wahyu Dwi Purnama

“…Conclusion: Family relationships and social support are essential to improve cognitive function.…”
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Functional Dehydrated Foods for Health Preservation by R. M. S. C. Morais, A. M. M. B. Morais, I. Dammak, J. Bonilla, P. J. A. Sobral, J.-C. Laguerre, M. J. Afonso, E. C. D. Ramalhosa

“…Bioactive molecules are interesting sources to develop functional foods, as they play a major role in improving the health status and minimizing disease risks. …”
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A telehealth exercise program to improve cognition in people with stroke by Gregory Thielman, Margaret Roos

“…In individuals with stroke, a telehealth exercise program, as described in this study, is safe and efficient in improving one’s ability to perform daily functional activities with dual tasking. …”
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Potential of Bioinspired Artificial Vaginas to Improve Semen Quality in Dolphins by Jacquline Rich, Guillermo J. Sánchez-Contreras, Jonathan R. Cowart, Dara N. Orbach

“…Most commercially available AVs are tube-shaped with few species-specific design augmentations. …”
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Surgery in recurrent brain glioma, does it improve clinical outcome? by Ahmed Elshanawany, Mohamad Sayed Waer, Ahmad Algheriany, Farrag Mohammad Farrag

“…Conclusion Surgical management of recurrent gliomas in selected patients is generally associated with improved functional performance and prolonged survival. …”
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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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Deficit irrigation and biostimulation preconditioning to improve drought resistance in melon by Susana Zapata-García, Abdelmalek Temnani, Pablo Berríos, Pedro J. Espinosa, Claudia Monllor, Alejandro Pérez-Pastor

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Structure/function relationships in cellulolytic enzymes by Marc Claeyssens

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Improving methods estimation of the investment climate of the country by E. V. Ryabinin, E. A. Hudorenko

“…The results articles as data and mathematical models will allow foreign investors to use the most objective assessment of the investment climate in the country in order to build their strategies market functioning. …”
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The Case For Improved Tax Management in Turkish Businesses by Mehmet Yüce, Dilşad Keleş

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WAYS OF IMPROVING SERVICE QUALITY IN NETWORK RETAIL by Valentyna A. Pavlova, Olena Yu. Meshal

“…The characteristics of each evaluation are highlighted to clarify the degree of performance of functional duties by personnel and to identify key areas of improvement. …”
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Improving the Efficiency of Using Plywood Production By-Products by Victor K. Lyubov

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Physicomechanical Characterization of a Novel Resin-Modified Glass Ionomer Luting Cement Functionalized with a Phosphate Functional Monomer by Rabeia J. Khalil, Abdulla M. W. Al-Shamma

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Leveraging radiotherapy to improve immunotherapy outcomes: rationale, progress and research priorities by Faith Hartley, Martin Ebert, Alistair M Cook

“…Preclinical study has established that radiotherapy activates various immune mechanisms to improve T‐cell activation, localisation and function within tumors, which improves response to immune checkpoint inhibitors. …”
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