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Jonothan NeelandsView profile

Professor

The University of NorthamptonUnited Kingdom

Jonothan Neelands is a Professor affiliated with the University of Northampton's Faculty of Education & Humanities, specifically within the Education, Children and Young People department. His work focuses on drama education and its role in fostering democratic citizenship. He is the author of compiled writings featured in Creating Democratic Citizenship Through Drama Education , edited by Peter O'Connor, which synthesizes his 25-year academic journey. This collection emphasizes theoretical frameworks for integrating drama into curricula to enhance critical thinking, empathy, and global awareness among students. His research explores the interplay between drama, pedagogy, and societal values, advocating for student-centered learning environments. The book’s three sections— Making Sense of Drama , The Argument for Drama , and Pro-Social Pedagogy —highlight his evolution from foundational theory to applied practices like oral history projects ( The Arrival ). Neelands’ approach prioritizes teacher facilitation, encouraging students to engage with diverse perspectives through role-play and story analysis. No specific scientific awards or grants are documented in the provided text. His contributions are primarily theoretical, with practical lesson exemplars aimed at educators. Neelands’ work aligns with curriculum standards like the UK’s National Curriculum and addresses contemporary educational challenges, though the review critiques the book’s uneven focus on practicality versus theory.

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William EiseleView profile

Researcher

Texas A&M UniversityUnited States

William (Bill) Eisele serves as a Senior Research Engineer and Program Manager at Texas A&M University's Department of Landscape Architecture & Urban Planning. His work focuses on transportation systems, freight mobility, and urban development impacts. Eisele holds a Ph.D. (Civil Engineering, Texas A&M, 2001), M.S. (Civil Engineering, Michigan State, 1994), and B.S. (Civil Engineering, Michigan State, 1993). Research Interests: Dr. Eisele’s expertise spans Transportation planning and access management, Freight mobility optimization, Congestion monitoring, Transportation system performance measurement, Urban land development impacts, Sustainable infrastructure design. Recent Work Trends: His publications emphasize data-driven solutions for freight challenges, including truck parking behavior, cargo consolidation, and port fluidity. Recent studies apply machine learning to predict driver route choices and evaluate real-time mobility tools. He also explores historical trends in urban freight logistics to guide future innovations. Grants & Advising: While no specific grants or advisees are listed, his extensive publications reflect collaborative work with institutions like the Texas A&M Transportation Institute. He has contributed to statewide programs like Oregon’s operations performance measures and Maryland’s freight fluidity initiatives. Labs/Teams: His affiliations suggest involvement with interdisciplinary teams focusing on transportation systems, though specific lab names are not mentioned in the source text.

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Naomi NortonView profile

Lecturer

University of YorkUnited Kingdom

Dr. Naomi Norton serves as Lecturer in Music Education at the University of York's School of Arts and Creative Technologies, where she concurrently holds leadership positions as School Wellbeing Lead, Musicians' Health and Wellness Coordinator, and Chair of the Musicians' Health and Wellness Group. Her professional mission centers on eliminating barriers to musical proficiency related to health, socioeconomic status, and wellbeing, driving her multifaceted career in teaching, research, consultancy, and performance. Dr. Norton's academic foundation includes a BA in Music (2011) and MMus in Applied Psychology of Music (2012, Santander scholarship) from the University of Leeds, followed by AHRC-funded doctoral research at the Royal Northern College of Music (validated by Manchester Metropolitan University, 2016). Her dissertation examined health promotion in instrumental/vocal lessons from UK teachers' perspectives. BA in Music (2011), University of Leeds MMus in Applied Psychology of Music (2012), University of Leeds PhD in Music (2016), Royal Northern College of Music / Manchester Metropolitan University Her research program critically investigates intersections between music education, health psychology, and behavioral science, with particular emphasis on teacher perspectives in health promotion. She pioneers applications of frameworks like the Behaviour Change Wheel to develop evidence-based wellness strategies for musicians, addressing physical, mental, and occupational health dimensions across educational and professional contexts. This work consistently challenges systemic barriers to musical participation while advancing pedagogical approaches that integrate wellbeing into core music training. Analysis of her publication record (2014-2021) reveals evolving scholarship from foundational demographic studies of UK music teachers toward practical implementation of health promotion models. Key thematic threads include teacher health status, interdisciplinary collaboration models, and curriculum-integrated wellness education, with increasing focus on ensemble settings and behavioral change methodologies. This trajectory demonstrates growing influence in establishing health promotion as essential infrastructure within music education ecosystems. Dr. Norton has secured competitive research funding including an Arts and Humanities Research Council grant for doctoral studies and Santander scholarship support for her Master's degree. Her teaching portfolio spans undergraduate BA Music modules (Musicians' Health and Wellness, Creative and Professional Practice) and postgraduate instruction across MA Music Education, MA Community Music, and MA Vocal Studies pathways, where she specifically teaches Instrumental/Vocal Teaching and Group Teaching Leadership. Professionally, she contributes to the International Society for Music Education as committee member for the Music Health and Wellness Special Interest Group, while leading institutional change through York's Musicians' Health and Wellness Group to coordinate cross-departmental wellbeing initiatives for students and staff.

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Ayelet FishbachView profile

Professor

University of British ColumbiaCanada

Ayelet Fishbach is the Eric J. Gleacher Distinguished Service Professor of Behavioral Science and Marketing at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. She holds a PhD in Psychology from Tel Aviv University (1999), with prior degrees from the same institution. Her research focuses on motivation science, decision making, and consumer behavior, emphasizing how goals influence behavior and self-regulation. Fishbach has been recognized with major awards including the Society of Experimental Social Psychology’s Best Dissertation and Career Trajectory Awards, and serves as past president of the Society for the Science of Motivation and International Social Cognition Network. Her work explores themes like goal harmony, self-control, and the interplay between long-term goals and short-term temptations. Recent studies address topics such as impatience in decision-making, learning from failure, and the social dimensions of motivation. She teaches courses including 'Current Topics in Behavioral Science,' 'Managing in Organizations,' and 'Workshop in Behavioral Science,' reflecting her commitment to academic rigor and practical application. Fishbach’s research appears in top journals like Nature, Psychological Review, and Journal of Consumer Research. Media features include coverage by the New York Times, WSJ, and NPR. Her book *GET IT DONE: Surprising Lessons from the Science of Motivation* synthesizes her findings into actionable insights for everyday goal achievement. Her awards underscore her scholarly impact, including the Fulbright Educational Foundation Award and University of Chicago’s Provost’s Teaching Award. Research contributions span over 150 publications, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to understanding human motivation and decision processes.

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Iris UffenView profile

Researcher

University of GroningenNetherlands

Iris Uffen is a Researcher and PhD Candidate at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Behavioural and Social Sciences, specifically within the Teacher Education department. She works at the Expertisecentrum Vakdidactiek Noord, focusing on Lesson Study research in the Dutch educational context and examining how this approach enhances professional dialogue between teachers and improves lesson quality. Uffen earned her MSc in Pedagogical Sciences at the University of Groningen (2011-2012), specializing in learning difficulties, with research on school-based consultation within EBD schools. She previously completed her BSc in Pedagogical Sciences at the same institution (2006-2011) and began her academic journey with journalism studies at Windesheim University of Applied Sciences (2005-2006). Her research primarily investigates three critical aspects of Lesson Study in the Netherlands: how it contributes to teacher work quality, how teachers learn during LS processes, and how facilitation influences these processes. Uffen employs detailed multi-perspective analysis of LS participants including team members, facilitators, and students to optimize LS for both teacher and student learning outcomes. Her work bridges educational theory with practical classroom applications, particularly through cultural-historical activity theory frameworks and facilitation techniques that stimulate in-depth professional dialogue among teachers. Uffen's publication record demonstrates a clear evolution from practical implementation studies to deeper theoretical explorations of teacher learning processes. Her recent work (2025) focuses on how facilitators influence teacher talk during post-research lesson discussions and how to facilitate meaningful conversations about teachers' understanding and attitudes toward Lesson Study. This research trajectory shows increasing sophistication in analyzing the nuanced mechanisms of teacher professional development. As a member of the PhD committee for WALS (2019), Uffen contributes to academic governance while continuing her research on teacher development in the north of the Netherlands. Her work with the Expertisecentrum Vakdidactiek Noord positions her at the intersection of educational research and practical school improvement initiatives, developing training programs for LS facilitators to enhance collaboration and inquiry-oriented teaching across Dutch educational institutions.

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Mehmet BardakçıView profile

Professor

Gaziantep UniversityTurkey

Mehmet Bardakçı is a Professor in the Department of Foreign Languages Education at Gaziantep University's Education Faculty. With a PhD in English Education (2010) and MA in English Teaching (2005) from Turkish universities, he specializes in English Language Teaching (ELT), vocabulary acquisition, and digital pedagogy. His research examines teacher professional development, assessment literacy, and intercultural sensitivity in language learning. Education: PhD (2010), MA (2005), BA (2000) in English Education Leadership: Former Dean Assistant (2018-2020), Department Head (2012-2013), Institute Deputy Director (2015-2018) Research Trends include e-learning models like e-FLIP (2021-2023) and digital education tools. His 21 peer-reviewed articles and 14 book chapters focus on vocabulary depth/breadth, grammar instruction, and teacher-student dynamics. Supervision spans 19 graduate theses on topics ranging from flipped classroom effectiveness to assessment literacy. He collaborates internationally through projects like e-FLIP and ExBEdu , both EU-funded initiatives completed between 2021-2023.

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Georg N. DudaView profile

Professor

Berlin Institute of HealthGermany

Professor Georg N. Duda serves as co-speaker of the Berlin Institute of Health (BIH) Center for Regenerative Therapies (BCRT) and director of the Julius Wolff Institute for Biomechanics and Musculoskeletal Regeneration at Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin. His work bridges clinical practice and scientific research in regenerative medicine. His research focuses on biomechanics and musculoskeletal regeneration, with particular expertise in bone healing processes and translational applications. Professor Duda's work examines how mechanical forces influence tissue regeneration and how these principles can be applied to improve clinical outcomes in orthopedics and trauma surgery. As evidenced by his March 2020 BIH lecture 'What does it take to translate? - Lessons Learned in Regenerative Medicine,' he actively contributes to advancing the field of regenerative therapies from laboratory research to clinical implementation. His leadership at the Julius Wolff Institute positions him at the forefront of biomechanics research in Europe, working within one of Germany's premier medical institutions.

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John NelsonView profile

Professor

University of SydneyAustralia

Professor John Nelson is a Chair in Public Transport at the Institute of Transport and Logistics Studies (ITLS), University of Sydney. He holds a BA from Liverpool University, a PGCE from Durham, and a PhD from Newcastle University. He is a Fellow of the Institute of Highway Transport (FIHT) and the Royal Geographical Society (FRGS). Roles & Affiliations: Chair in Public Transport at ITLS, University of Sydney Member of The Net Zero Institute Series Editor for Routledge’s Transport and Mobility book series Former roles include Sixth Century Chair in Transport Studies and Director of the Centre for Transport Research at the University of Aberdeen Research Interests: Focus on applying new technologies to enhance transport systems, particularly public and shared transport solutions. His work addresses policy frameworks for sustainable mobility, funded by UK Research Councils, Innovate UK, and industry partners. Key themes include MaaS (Mobility as a Service), climate resilience, and transport equity. Grants & Projects: 2024: 'Shared micro-mobility and social inclusion' (Sydney) 2024: 'Investigation into the economy-wide implications of public transport fare trials' 2023: 'Community Self-Determination in Automated Delivery Systems' (ARC Discovery Project) Awards & Recognition: Honored as Scientific Director of the 2016 ITS European Congress and founder of MaaS Scotland. His work appears in high-impact journals like Transport Policy and Transportation Research Part A . Lab/Teams: Active in interdisciplinary teams at ITLS and collaborates with global networks like the RCUK dot.rural Hub. His research bridges academia, industry, and policy-making to advance sustainable transport systems.

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Ceren OzgenView profile

Associate Professor

University of BirminghamUnited Kingdom

Ceren Ozgen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Economics at the University of Birmingham , affiliated with the Birmingham Business School . She is the University of Birmingham director of the Big Data and Economics Research Network (BVRN), a collaborative initiative with Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, focused on data-driven research in urban, environmental, labour, and migration economics. Education: PhD in Economics, VU University Amsterdam, 2008–2013 MSc in Economics, University of Trento, Italy, 2004–2005 Her research lies at the intersection of labour and urban economics , with a strong emphasis on international migration, firm innovation, technological change, skills mismatch, and green innovation . She has published extensively in top-tier journals and her work has been supported by prestigious grants, including an ESRC/UKRI award of £1.4 million for the Diversity and UK Firm Performance project. Her recent publications highlight a growing focus on sustainability, green jobs, and the impact of automation on labour markets. The body of her recent work reveals a consistent trend in applying big data and advanced econometric methods to assess how demographic and technological changes affect urban economies and firm performance. Her research spans migration policy, eco-innovation, and intergenerational mobility, often leveraging large-scale national datasets. Scientific Awards and Honors: Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellowship (European Commission) Research Fellow, IZA Institute of Labor Economics Professional Roles and Grants: Dr. Ozgen leads the BVRN and serves on the ESRC Peer Review College and Royal Economic Society Peer Learning Sets. She has acted as an external reviewer for research councils in Luxembourg, Canada, Singapore, and the US-Israel Binational Science Foundation. Her grant for the Diversity and UK Firm Performance project underscores her leadership in collaborative, policy-relevant research. Labs and Research Networks: She is actively involved with IRiS (Institute for Research into Superdiversity) and co-directs the Big Data and Economics Research Network (BVRN) , fostering interdisciplinary and international research collaborations focused on urban and economic challenges.

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Giacomo De GiorgiView profile

Professor

University of GenevaSwitzerland

Giacomo De Giorgi is Full Professor of Economics at the Institute of Economics and Econometrics, Geneva School of Economics and Management (GSEM), University of Geneva, and holds visiting appointments at UC Irvine. An alumnus of University College London (Ph.D.), he previously served as assistant professor at Stanford University (2006–2013), visiting professor at UC Berkeley and Columbia University, research professor at ICREA-MOVE/Barcelona GSE, and senior economist at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York (2014–2016). He is an associate editor of the Journal of the European Economic Association and a research fellow of CEPR and BREAD. Education Ph.D. in Economics, University College London Research Interests De Giorgi’s research integrates applied micro-econometrics with policy-relevant questions in development, labor, and household finance. His work explores how social networks shape economic decisions, the distributional impacts of cash and in-kind transfer programs, lifecycle inequality across racial and migrant groups, and the determinants of micro-enterprise formalization. Methodologically, he leverages large-scale randomized controlled trials, quasi-experimental designs, and cutting-edge network econometrics. Recent projects investigate: • Consumption and inequality : quantifying racial gaps in income and consumption dynamics over the lifecycle; • Financial inclusion : analyzing credit market imperfections, subprime borrowing, and the effects of business literacy interventions; • Migration and integration : comparing economic trajectories of migrants and natives in Denmark and the impact of refugee inflows on child poverty. Publications & Impact With more than 25 peer-reviewed articles in top journals—including the American Economic Review , Review of Economic Studies , Economic Journal , and Journal of Public Economics —De Giorgi’s scholarship has advanced understanding of social spillovers, program evaluation, and macro-financial linkages. His 2020 Review of Economic Studies paper on “Consumption Networks Effects” (with Frederiksen & Pistaferri) has become a benchmark for identifying neighborhood and family influences on household spending. Scientific Awards 2020 Banamex Prize for the best article published in American Economic Journal: Economic Policy Seminar & Grant Activity De Giorgi co-founded and co-organizes the Virtual Development Economics Seminar (VDEV), a joint initiative of BREAD, CEPR, and VDEV that hosts weekly online seminars reaching a global audience. He has delivered over 150 invited talks at institutions such as the World Bank, NBER, LACEA, and universities across five continents. His research has been supported by grants from the World Bank, CEPR, and private foundations. Teaching & Programs At Geneva, he teaches Development Economics, Labor Economics, and Advanced Econometrics at both graduate and executive levels. He co-founded the IEE Honors’ Program, an innovative selective track that immerses top undergraduate students in frontier research and policy engagement.

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Paul E. HandView profile

Associate Professor

Northeastern UniversityUnited States

Paul E. Hand is an Associate Professor of Mathematics and Computer Science at Northeastern University, affiliated with both the College of Science and the Khoury College of Computer Sciences. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Applied and Computational Mathematics from the California Institute of Technology (2004) and a PhD in Mathematics from the Courant Institute at New York University (2009), where he received the Kurt O. Friedrichs Prize for outstanding dissertation. PhD in Mathematics, Courant Institute, NYU (2009) BS in Applied and Computational Mathematics, Caltech (2004) His research focuses on developing theoretical frameworks and algorithms for machine learning and artificial intelligence, particularly in signal recovery, phase retrieval, and vision/imaging. He also explores intersections of deep learning with convex optimization and has contributed to bilinear recovery problems. Recent publications emphasize generative models, inverse problems, and robust optimization techniques. Key themes include deep learning with provable recovery guarantees , convex programming for signal inversion , and manifold-based optimization . Kurt O. Friedrichs Prize for Outstanding Dissertation (2009) NSF CAREER Grant DMS-1848087 He has taught courses on Deep Learning, Machine Learning, and Signal Processing at Northeastern University since 2016, previously holding academic roles at Rice University (2016-2018) and MIT (2009-2016). He directs educational outreach initiatives and developed the educational resource Leading Lesson for multivariable calculus problem-solving.

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Anu Hartikainen-AhiaView profile

Academic

University of Eastern FinlandFinland

Anu Hartikainen-Ahia is a University Lecturer and Deputy Head of School at the School of Applied Educational Science and Teacher Education, part of the Philosophical Faculty at the University of Eastern Finland. Her work focuses on science education innovation, particularly in inquiry-based learning (IBSE), socio-scientific issues (SSI), and teacher professional development. She actively contributes to international projects like the EU-funded PROFILES initiative, which promotes context-based science education. Her research examines diverse areas including pre-service teachers' perceptions of student support needs in science education, adolescents' engagement with health-related SSI, and cross-cultural awareness of STEM career skills. She has collaborated extensively with colleagues on projects involving digital tools for science education and teacher training programs. Hartikainen-Ahia has published widely in journals like LUMAT, Health Education, and International Journal of Science Education, focusing on topics such as collaborative learning processes, internet-based interventions in science education, and the design quality of educational scenarios. Her work emphasizes bridging theory and practice through innovative pedagogical approaches.

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Dion CurryView profile

Associate Professor

Swansea UniversityUnited Kingdom

Dr. Dion Curry is an Associate Professor in Public Policy at Swansea University's Department of Political and Cultural Studies, within the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. He holds a PhD in Politics from the University of Sheffield (2011) and prior degrees from the University of Saskatchewan, Simon Fraser University (Canada), and Central European University (Hungary). Before joining Swansea, he worked as a EU policy consultant in Lithuania and as a research fellow at Erasmus University Rotterdam, focusing on public sector reform under the EU's COCOPS project. His research expertise spans multi-level governance, political legitimacy, blockchain governance, and public sector modernization, with notable works including his 2015 book on network approaches to governance and a 2025 analysis of blockchain's trust challenges. Dr. Curry’s career highlights include securing funding from the EU Marie Skłodowska Curie Fellowship, SSHRC Canada, and the UK Overseas Research Scholarship. He directs the IMPACKT initiative, fostering collaboration between policymakers and academics. His teaching includes coordinating the MA Public Policy program and modules like Comparative Governance in Complex Systems. His research outputs emphasize governance structures, legitimacy in decentralized systems (e.g., blockchain), and EU policy coordination. Key themes include the gap between academic theory and practitioner needs in public administration reform, as well as the impact of technological advancements like AI on regional policy frameworks. Dr. Curry’s awards reflect his contributions to public policy scholarship, including fellowships from major international bodies. He actively advises PhD students on topics ranging from affective polarization to pandemic-driven democratization, reflecting his commitment to bridging theoretical and applied governance challenges.

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Angelos TheodorakopoulosView profile

Senior Lecturer

Aston UniversityUnited Kingdom

Dr. Angelos Theodorakopoulos is a Senior Lecturer (Associate Professor) in Economics at Aston Business School, Aston University. His research spans international trade, industrial organization, and applied microeconomics, with a focus on global supply chains, trade elasticity, and the economic impacts of automation. He holds a PhD in Economics from Ghent University (2017), an MSc from the London School of Economics (2012), and a BSc from the University of Patras (2010). PhD, Economics, Ghent University (2013-2017) MSc, Economics, London School of Economics (2011-2012) BSc, Economics, University of Patras (2006-2010) His research explores how technological advancements reshape labor markets and trade dynamics. Key projects include analyzing automation's impact on taxation, developing economic sentiment indices, and advancing structural gravity models for trade elasticity estimation. His work has been funded by organizations like the UKRI Policy Fellowship and conducted in collaboration with institutions such as the World Bank and Bank of England. Recent publications highlight his contributions to understanding global supply chain vulnerabilities, productivity dispersion, and policy design in the era of technological disruption. He actively mentors PhD students and leads research initiatives at Aston’s Centre for Business Prosperity. UKRI Policy Fellowship (£136,579) - Scottish Government (2023)

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Artemio Cerda BolinchesView profile

Professor

University of ValenciaSpain

Artemio Cerda Bolinches is a Professor in the Department of Geography at the Faculty of Geography and History, University of Valencia, Spain. His academic work centers on Physical Geography, with a strong emphasis on soil erosion, hydrological processes, land degradation, and wildfire impacts. He leads the SEDER (Soil Erosion Rates and Runoff Generation) research group, reflecting his leadership in environmental process studies. His educational background includes a PhD from the Universitat de València in 1993, with a thesis on soil infiltration in the Valencian region, supervised by Dr. Adolfo Calvo Cases. This foundational research has evolved into a prolific career in geomorphology and environmental change. Cerda Bolinches’ research interests span soil erosion dynamics , wildfire-soil interactions , sustainable land management , and Mediterranean environmental systems . His work integrates field experiments, modeling, and global meta-analyses, often using GIS and machine learning to analyze spatial patterns of erosion and degradation. He explores biological influences on hydrology, post-fire recovery, and nature-based solutions for flood and erosion control. His recent publications (2022–2025) reveal a strong trend in interdisciplinary environmental science, with frequent studies on machine learning applications in soil mapping, fire impacts on hydrology, and sustainability in agricultural systems. His work spans regions including Spain, Iran, China, Ethiopia, and Bangladesh, indicating broad international collaboration and relevance. While no specific scientific awards are listed in the provided text, his leadership in special issues and editorial contributions (e.g., introducing FIRElinks and fire-hydrology special issues) highlights recognition in the academic community. He is actively involved in advising and research supervision, implied by his PhD and research group leadership. His projects often address applied environmental problems, including soil conservation in vineyards, wildfire management, and climate change adaptation. He has contributed to policy-relevant studies, such as the EU Soil Observatory’s role in erosion monitoring. Cerda Bolinches is affiliated with the SEDER research group, which conducts long-term experimental studies on soil erosion, such as at the El Teularet-Sierra de Enguera experimental station in Valencia. This lab supports field-based research on erosion processes, land management, and sustainable viticulture.

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