Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Fruit Development, Structure, and Function01:58

Fruit Development, Structure, and Function

25.5K
Fruits form from a mature flower ovary. As seeds develop from the ovules contained within, the ovary wall undergoes a series of complex changes to form fruit. In some fruits, such as soybeans, the ovary wall dries; in other fruits, such as grapes, it remains fleshy. In some cases, organs other than the ovary contribute to fruit formation; such fruits are called accessory fruits.
25.5K
Performing a Simple Data Analysis using MS-Excel Function01:17

Performing a Simple Data Analysis using MS-Excel Function

1.1K
Microsoft Excel offers a suite of functions and tools ideal for statistical analysis, making it accessible to students and researchers. This article outlines fundamental Excel functions pivotal for data analysis.
SUM: This function calculates the total sum of a range of values. It's the foundation for aggregating data, essential for determining overall trends and totals in datasets.
AVERAGE: It computes the mean value of a given set of numbers, providing a quick insight into the central...
1.1K
Exponential Functions with Base e01:30

Exponential Functions with Base e

265
Exponential functions with base e are essential for modeling continuous processes of growth and decay. The constant e, approximately 2.718, naturally arises in systems where change occurs proportionally to the current value. A positive exponent represents continuous growth, while a negative exponent represents continuous decay. These functions are especially useful for describing situations where change happens smoothly over time rather than in discrete steps.One clear example of exponential...
265
Exercise and Muscle Performance01:27

Exercise and Muscle Performance

2.6K
Exercise induces a range of adaptations in muscle tissue, depending on the type and duration of activity. Such physical training can be broadly categorized into two types: endurance exercises and resistance exercises.
Endurance exercises
Endurance exercises involve running, swimming, or cycling, which require repetitive movements with low force output. When a person engages in endurance exercise, a few noticeable changes occur in their skeletal muscles. For instance, the number of capillaries...
2.6K
Pathophysiology of Cardiac Performance01:29

Pathophysiology of Cardiac Performance

1.7K
Typical heart performance is influenced by heart rate, rhythm, myocardial contraction, and metabolism or blood flow. The cardiac muscle exhibits distinct electrophysiological features, including pacemaker activity and calcium channel control, which play a vital role in the heart's response to various drugs. The autonomic nervous system, comprising the sympathetic and parasympathetic branches, regulates heart rate. Sympathetic activation increases heart rate, while parasympathetic activation...
1.7K
Sustainable Development01:43

Sustainable Development

15.2K
As the human population continues to grow and use resources, we must be mindful of our planet’s natural limits. Sustainable development provides a pathway to maintain and improve human life now while also ensuring that future generations will have the resources that they need. The long-term success of sustainability efforts rests on understanding the interplay between human actions and ecological systems.
15.2K

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Effectiveness of the Functional-Cognitive and Sensory Treatment for Improving Daily Functioning of Individuals with Substance Use Disorder: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Substance abuse and rehabilitation·2026
Same author

TProtective Factors for Sustaining Robustness in Older Adults: An 8-Year Multinational Longitudinal Study Using SHARE Data.

Research square·2026
Same author

Integrating ultrasound biomechanics and clinical assessments to examine breastfeeding function: novel insights into tongue mobility, milk transfer, and reflux symptoms.

International breastfeeding journal·2026
Same author

Development and validation of the O-MAMA - 'Older adults' meaningful maternal-role activities assessment'.

Geriatric nursing (New York, N.Y.)·2026
Same author

Accessibility features in executive function apps and user performance post-stroke.

Scientific reports·2026
Same author

High-tech vs. low-tech simulations in OT education: impacts on technophobia, technological problem-solving, and entrepreneurial thinking.

BMC medical education·2026

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Feb 14, 2026

Performing Behavioral Tasks in Subjects with Intracranial Electrodes
12:10

Performing Behavioral Tasks in Subjects with Intracranial Electrodes

Published on: October 2, 2014

11.9K

Development of Internet-Based Tasks for the Executive Function Performance Test.

Debbie Rand1, Keren Lee Ben-Haim2, Rachel Malka3

  • 1Debbie Rand, PhD, is Chair, Department of Occupational Therapy, Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel; drand@post.tau.ac.il.

The American Journal of Occupational Therapy : Official Publication of the American Occupational Therapy Association
|February 11, 2018
PubMed
Summary

Two new Internet-based Executive Function Performance Test (EFPT) tasks were developed and validated. These digital tools accurately assess executive functions (EFs) and are comparable to the original EFPT.

More Related Videos

A Computerized Functional Skills Assessment and Training Program Targeting Technology Based Everyday Functional Skills
07:31

A Computerized Functional Skills Assessment and Training Program Targeting Technology Based Everyday Functional Skills

Published on: February 13, 2020

7.5K
Research and Development of High-performance Explosives
10:33

Research and Development of High-performance Explosives

Published on: February 20, 2016

18.3K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Feb 14, 2026

Performing Behavioral Tasks in Subjects with Intracranial Electrodes
12:10

Performing Behavioral Tasks in Subjects with Intracranial Electrodes

Published on: October 2, 2014

11.9K
A Computerized Functional Skills Assessment and Training Program Targeting Technology Based Everyday Functional Skills
07:31

A Computerized Functional Skills Assessment and Training Program Targeting Technology Based Everyday Functional Skills

Published on: February 13, 2020

7.5K
Research and Development of High-performance Explosives
10:33

Research and Development of High-performance Explosives

Published on: February 20, 2016

18.3K

Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Psychology
  • Rehabilitation Medicine

Background:

  • Executive functions (EFs) are crucial cognitive processes.
  • The Executive Function Performance Test (EFPT) is a standard tool for assessing EFs.
  • There is a need for accessible, remote assessment methods for EFs.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and validate two Internet-based tasks for the EFPT.
  • To assess the reliability and validity of these new digital EFPT tasks.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional study design was employed.
  • Alternate-form reliability was assessed in healthy adults and individuals with subacute stroke.
  • Criterion validity was established by correlating performance with the Trail Making Test across five distinct groups.

Main Results:

  • The Internet-based bill-paying task demonstrated verified alternative-form reliability and initial construct validity.
  • Criterion validity was successfully established for both the Internet-based bill-paying and telephone-use tasks.
  • The digital tasks showed comparability to the original EFPT.

Conclusions:

  • The developed Internet-based EFPT tasks are reliable and valid for assessing executive function deficits.
  • These digital tools offer a viable alternative to the traditional EFPT for remote assessment.
  • The findings support the use of these tasks in clinical and research settings for evaluating EFs.