In the first part of our paper we discuss linear 2nd order differential equations in complex domain, especially Heun class equations, that is, equation and its confluent cases. The second is devoted to Painlev\'e I-VI equations. Our philosophy treat these families a unified way. This works well for We classification into 5 supertypes, subdivided 10 types (not counting trivial cases). also intro...

Background and Objectives: Studies indicate over-estimation of basal metabolic rate (BMR) using common equations for the Asian people. The present study aims to develop new predictive equations for the Iranian people and to compare these equations with commonly used formulas. Materials and Methods: Total, 150healthy subjects aged 18-60 yrare invited to the Laboratory of Nutrition Research, Nat...