function

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There is no official number, but industry observers estimate that fewer than 2,000 wells are functioning in a region that is home to some 12,000.

From Los Angeles Times

Factories can’t function without electricity, and many skilled workers have given up their state jobs because wages are so low.

From Salon

"My hope is that these findings will help move us towards stronger conclusions about the functions of dreaming," Konkoly said.

From Science Daily

By targeting sperm metabolism with an inhibitor based, nonhormonal approach, it may be possible to temporarily disable sperm function when desired while minimizing unwanted effects.

From Science Daily

Although each person's microbial mix is unique, the overall goal of the microbiome is the same: to help the body function properly.

From Science Daily