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Syukuro Manabe is a renowned climate scientist affiliated with Princeton University's Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Program as a Professor . He has held various prestigious roles, including Director of the Global Warming Research Program at the Frontier Research System for Global Change (1997–2001) and Senior Scientist at the Geophysical Fluid Dynamics Laboratory (GFDL) of NOAA (1995–1997). Education: BS, Tokyo University (1953) MS, Tokyo University (1955) PhD, Tokyo University (1958) Research Interests: Manabe pioneered the development of radiative-convective models of the atmosphere in the early 1960s, focusing on greenhouse gases' role in climate change. His work with Kirk Bryan in the late 1960s on coupled atmosphere-ocean-land general circulation models revolutionized climate simulation, enabling studies of global warming and natural climate variability across time scales. He also explores past climate changes using models of varying complexity. Scientific Awards and Honors: Nobel Prize in Physics (2021) for physical modeling of Earth's climate and predicting global warming Carl-Gustaf Rossby Research Medal (1992) Blue Planet Prize (1992) Volvo Environmental Prize (1997) William Bowie Medal (2010) Franklin Institute Awards (2015) Professional Memberships: Member, National Academy of Sciences (1990–) Foreign Member, Academia Europaea (1994–) Fellow, American Meteorological Society (1997–) Fellow, American Geophysical Union (since 1967)

• Global Warming
• Climate Modeling
• Atmospheric Sciences
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Univ.-Prof. Aiko Voigt is a Professor and Head of the Department of Meteorology and Geophysics at the University of Vienna. Her research focuses on climate dynamics, cloud physics, and atmospheric processes. She leads the Environment and Climate Research Hub and teaches advanced courses like 'Climate Modelling Lab' and 'Cloud Physics.' Her work explores cloud-radiative interactions, climate change impacts, and extreme weather dynamics. Recent studies analyze energy imbalances, high-cloud feedbacks, and tropical precipitation patterns. Voigt's contributions bridge climate modeling with observational data, emphasizing high-resolution simulations and interdisciplinary approaches. Teaching includes courses such as 'Climate System of the Earth,' 'Scientific Communication,' and 'Introduction to Computational Meteorology.' Her research spans from present-day climate to Snowball Earth scenarios, addressing both modern and paleoclimatic challenges. Publications highlight advancements in radiative transfer algorithms, cyclone dynamics under warming, and uncertainties in climate model predictions. Her work underscores the critical role of clouds in amplifying climate sensitivity and reshaping atmospheric circulation patterns.

• Atmospheric Science
• Climate Dynamics
• Meteorology
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Costanza Bonadonna is a Full Professor at the University of Geneva (since 2019), specializing in volcanic hazards and Earth sciences. She holds a PhD supported by the European Commission (1998–2000) and has held academic positions across institutions including the University of South Florida and University of Hawaii. Her research focuses on volcanic ash dispersal modeling, risk assessment, and physical volcanology, with notable contributions to understanding tephra deposits and eruption dynamics. Bonadonna has received prestigious awards such as the 2020 AGU Volcanology presidency and the International Galileo Galilei Award. She leads the CERG-C (Centre for Environmental Risk Studies) and has organized major international workshops on volcanic risk and ash dispersal. Her work integrates numerical modeling, field investigations, and geophysical observations to enhance volcanic hazard forecasting and community resilience strategies. Research Grants: 2019–2023: SNSF Probabilistic volcanic risk framework 2018–2021: H2020 NEWTON-g and EUROVOLC networks 2017–2020: SNSF Gravitational instabilities in volcanic clouds Awards: 2020 President elect of AGU Volcanology Division Galileo Galilei Award (2020) Outstanding Woman in Science (2004, GSA) She has advised numerous international projects and collaborates with global institutions through initiatives like MeMoVolc and NEMOH. Her research bridges geophysical observations with computational models to address multi-hazard scenarios and improve disaster preparedness.

• Volcanic Ash Dispersal
• Volcanic Risk Assessment
• Physical Volcanology
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Johannes Brandstetter is an Associate Professor at the Institute for Machine Learning at Johannes Kepler University Linz (JKU) where he leads the "AI for data-driven simulations" research group. He is also Co-founder and Chief Scientist at Emmi AI, bridging academic research with industrial applications in AI-driven physics simulation. Brandstetter earned his PhD after working at CERN's CMS experiment on Higgs boson physics. In 2018, he transitioned to machine learning, joining Sepp Hochreiter's research group in Linz. From 2021-2023, he worked at the Amsterdam Machine Learning Lab under Max Welling and Microsoft Research, developing expertise in Geometric Deep Learning and neural surrogates for partial differential equations. He returned to JKU in October 2023 to establish his own research group. His research spans Machine Learning, Deep Learning, and Physics-Informed Machine Learning with focus areas including Neural PDE solvers, Computational Fluid Dynamics, and Climate Modeling. Brandstetter believes AI is poised to revolutionize industrial-scale simulations, potentially saving thousands of compute hours across engineering domains. His work integrates computer vision, numerical simulation, and engineering components to advance data-driven approaches. Recent publications reveal a strong trend toward foundation models for scientific applications, particularly in atmospheric modeling (Aurora), geometric deep learning, and neural surrogates for complex physical systems. His interdisciplinary work spans computer vision, climate science, computational physics, and engineering, demonstrating the versatility of his research approach. Principal Investigator for "AlKa-DL: Alpine karst spring discharge prediction" (FWF-funded, 2024-2027) Principal Investigator for Cluster of Excellence "Bilateral Artificial Intelligence" (FWF-funded, 2024-2029) Co-PI for "Fast, efficient and flexible CFD simulation through generative AI" (FFG-funded, 2025-2026) As an educator and researcher, Brandstetter actively engages with the scientific community through invited talks at major conferences including presentations on "Closing the Gap Between Scientific Foundation Models and Real-World Applications" (March 2025) and "Scientific Machine Learning for Science and Engineering" (February 2025).

• Machine Learning
• Deep Learning
• Geometric Deep Learning
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Dr. Manav R. Bhatnagar serves as a Professor and Brigadier Bhopinder Singh Chair Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at Indian Institute of Technology Delhi. He ranks #517 globally in Networking & Telecommunications among the top 2% scientists worldwide according to Stanford University and is a Fellow of INAE, NASI, IET(UK), IETE, and OSI. His academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Signal Processing for Communications from University of Oslo (2008), M.Tech. in Communications Engineering from IIT Delhi (2005), and B.E. in Electronics from North Maharashtra University (1997). He has held visiting appointments at prestigious institutions including Aalto University (Finland), University of Rennes (France), University of Oslo, Indian Institute of Science Bangalore, and University of Minnesota. Dr. Bhatnagar's research spans cutting-edge domains including 5G/6G communication, optical wireless communication, quantum communication, molecular communication, power line communication, and machine learning applications. His work demonstrates significant interdisciplinary connections between communication theory, signal processing, and emerging technologies. His publication record shows a strong focus on wireless and optical communication systems, with recent work addressing challenges in jamming detection, quantum relay systems, IRS-assisted communication, and game-theoretic approaches to resource allocation. His research consistently bridges theoretical foundations with practical applications in next-generation communication systems. NASI-Scopus Young Scientist Award Shri Om Prakash Bhasin Award (2016) Dr. Vikram Sarabhai Research Award (2017) BASIC RESEARCH AWARD of IIT Delhi (2023) Sir Visvesvaraya Young Faculty Research Fellowship (2016) Senior Member of IEEE As an academic advisor, Dr. Bhatnagar has mentored numerous PhD students who have gone on to successful careers at institutions including IIT Jodhpur, IIT Roorkee, Aalto University, and IIT Kanpur. His editorial roles include current Editor of IEEE Transactions on Communications and former Editor of IEEE Transactions on Wireless Communications (2011-2014). His textbook "Telecommunication Switching Systems and Networks" has become a standard reference in the field.

• 5G/6G communication
• Optical Wireless Communication
• Quantum Communication
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Bano Mehdi-Schulz is an Assistant Professor at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU), leading the 'Eco-hydrological and Land Use Modelling' group at the Institute of Hydrology and Water Management. She is a Substitute Member of the Ethics Committee. Her research focuses on ecohydrology, integrating hydrological and agricultural sciences to address water quality impacts from anthropogenic changes and future climate scenarios. Education: B.Sc. in Soil Science, M.Sc. in Agricultural Engineering, and Ph.D. from McGill University's Department of Geography. Awards include the Alexander Graham Bell Canada Graduate Scholarship (2009) and FWF Elise Richter Fellowship (2019). Her work bridges natural and social sciences, employing models to assess land use change and water resource management. Research Interests: Quantifying impacts of land use and climate change on water quality, ecohydrological modeling uncertainty, sustainable intensification strategies, and nitrate transport dynamics. Her team explores how farming practices and climate interact to influence water systems, with projects like ALUCSI (FWF-funded) and NitroClimAT (ACRP). Grants & Projects: Recent projects include ALUCSI (2019-2023), NitroClimAT (2018-2022), and UnLoadC3 (2014-2017). Current student advisees include researchers studying SWAT model uncertainty, sustainable intensification pathways, and water quality in East African basins. Labs/Teams: Leads the Eco-hydrological and Land Use Modelling group, collaborating with institutions like IIASA and SEC. Research emphasizes model coupling (e.g., SECLAND-SWAT) and satellite data integration for data-scarce regions.

• Ecohydrology
• Water Quality Management
• Climate Change Impacts
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Professor Markku Kulmala, currently at the University of Helsinki's Division of Atmospheric Sciences, leads the Finnish Centre of Excellence in Atmospheric Composition and Climate Change. His research unit comprises 150 scientists, including 5 foreign professors, and he has coordinated major projects like EUCAARI and iLEAPS. Academy Professor (2004-2009, 2011) King Carl XVI Gustaf Visiting Professor (2009-2010) His research focuses on biosphere-aerosol-cloud-climate interactions, atmospheric nucleation mechanisms, and climate-air quality relationships. He has authored over 600 publications with 15,000+ citations and an H-index of 61. Awarded extensively including: Fuchs Memorial Award (2010) Wilhelm Bjerkenes Medal (2007) ERC Advanced Grant (2009-2013) Honorary Doctorates from Stockholm and Tartu Universities He has supervised 48 PhDs, 9 of whom are now professors. His research group offers 60+ ECTS of postgraduate courses in collaboration with international institutions.

• Atmospheric sciences
• Physics
• Chemistry
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Christian George is a distinguished Research Professor and Deputy-director of the Research Institute on Catalysis and the Environment at Lyon (IRCELYON) since 2016. Affiliated with the Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique (CNRS) in France, he has held progressively senior research positions since 1995, including Senior Research Scientist at CNRS-IRCELYON (2006-2015) and Research Scientist at the Laboratoire d'Application de la Chimie à l'Environnement at University Lyon 1. His educational background includes: Research Habilitation Thesis (HDR) in Physical Chemistry from University Louis Pasteur, Strasbourg (1999) PhD in Physical Chemistry from University Louis Pasteur, Strasbourg (1993) George's research focuses on the complex interactions between atmospheric chemistry and environmental processes. His work primarily investigates aerosol physical-chemistry, tropospheric multiphase chemistry, and air quality with particular emphasis on photochemical processes at interfaces. His research has significantly advanced our understanding of how chemical reactions at air-water and air-particle interfaces influence atmospheric composition, aerosol formation, and climate dynamics. Dr. George has received numerous prestigious awards recognizing his contributions to atmospheric science: President of Chinese Academy of Sciences – International distinguished scientist (PIFI), 2018 High-end Foreign Expert (HEFE) of the Chinese State Administration of Foreign Experts Affairs, 2018 Advanced Grant 2011 of the European Research Council (ERC) for the project "Air-Sea Exchanges driven by Light" EUREKA-Lillehammer Prize – EUROTRAC 2, 2004 George has held significant institutional responsibilities including serving on the Board of trustees of PULSALYS (2013-present), as Regional vice coordinator of the academic community in the Rhône-Alpes Region (2011-2015), and as Vice President of the University of Lyon 1 (2011-2012). His research has been supported by major grants including the ERC Advanced Grant in 2011. As Deputy-director of IRCELYON, George leads research teams investigating catalysis and environmental processes. His laboratory work focuses on experimental studies of photochemical reactions at environmental interfaces, particularly examining how these processes influence atmospheric composition, aerosol formation, and air quality on global and regional scales.

• Aerosol physical-chemistry
• Tropospheric multiphase chemistry
• Air quality
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Dr. Sudeshna Boro Saikia is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Earth Sciences, Geography and Astronomy, Department of Astrophysics, specializing in stellar magnetic fields, exoplanetary science, and astrophysical modeling. Her research integrates Zeeman-Doppler imaging and stellar evolution to study planetary habitability. Key research areas: Stellar magnetism (100%), Exoplanets (100%), Atmospheric modeling (75%) Active projects: Atmospheric Photochemistry for exoPLanetary spEctra using the Kompot code , Young stellar wind impacting planetary habitability Scientific Awards : FUV flux of nearby exoplanet host stars in the Ariel target list (2024) Collaborations span European Astronomical Society meetings and the Ariel Conference (2025). Publications focus on magnetic field dynamics, atmospheric retention in exoplanets, and M dwarf star properties.

• Astrophysics
• Stellar Magnetic Fields
• Exoplanets
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Rainer Prinz is a Senior Scientist at the Department of Atmospheric and Cryospheric Sciences (ACINN) at the University of Innsbruck, Austria. His research focuses on glaciology and climatology in high mountain regions, with particular expertise in mass and energy balance of glaciers, micro-meteorology, and geophysical methods. As Station Manager of Hintereisferner for the INTERACT project, he oversees one of Europe's longest continuously monitored glaciers, which serves as an open-air laboratory for climate-glacier interactions. Dr. Prinz's research spans several key areas including tropical glacier monitoring in East Africa (Kilimanjaro, Mount Kenya, Rwenzori Range), Alpine glacier dynamics, snow physics, and climate change impacts on mountain environments. His work integrates field measurements, remote sensing data, and numerical modeling approaches to understand complex glacier-atmosphere interactions. He has made significant contributions to understanding wind-driven snow redistribution, glacier mass balance, and the application of novel sensor technologies for continuous environmental monitoring. His publication record includes highly cited works such as 'Historically unprecedented global glacier decline in the early 21st century' with over 500 citations. Dr. Prinz leads or contributes to multiple international research projects including the World Glacier Monitoring Service (as National Correspondent for Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda), the LATICE project studying land-terminating ice cliffs in North Greenland, and the INTERACT network for Arctic research. His work on Hintereisferner glacier serves as a model for long-term glacier monitoring, providing critical data on climate change impacts in the European Alps. At the University of Innsbruck, Dr. Prinz is actively involved in research infrastructure development, particularly through the Hintereisferner station which functions as an open-air laboratory. His work connects with broader networks including the World Glacier Monitoring Service and international collaborations focused on high mountain regions worldwide, from the Alps to East Africa and Greenland.

• Glaciology
• Climatology
• Mass and Energy Balance
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Roland Sauerbrey is a Professor of Quantum Optics at the Technical University of Dresden and Scientific Director at Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf since 2006. He previously held faculty positions at Friedrich Schiller University Jena (1994-2006), Rice University (1985-1994), and served as President of the German Physical Society (2002-2004). Education: Ph.D. in Physics (1981), University of Würzburg; Postdoc at Rice University (1981-1982). His research spans quantum optics, laser physics, and strong-field laser-matter interactions, focusing on high-intensity lasers and their applications in atmospheric sensing and plasma acceleration. His work includes pioneering studies on laser-induced filamentation, proton acceleration, and supercontinuum generation. The most recent articles reflect his expertise in laser-matter coupling, atmospheric propagation, and advanced laser applications. Key themes include nonlinear optical phenomena, precision sensing, and high-energy physics experiments. Scientific Awards: Member of Leopoldina (2013), Dr. h.c. from University of Rostock (2010) and Russian Academy of Science (2004), Le Prix La Recherche (2005), Thueringer Forschungspreis (2004), Fellow of OSA and IOP (2002), Rodolf Kangslake Medal (1993). Roland Sauerbrey leads the Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf, a multidisciplinary research institution, and has contributed to major advancements in laser technology and its applications across physics and engineering.

• Quantum Optics
• Laser Physics
• Strong-Field Physics
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Mike Burton is the Chair in Volcanology at the School of Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Manchester . Since 2015, he has led the Geoscience Group, comprising 13 permanent academic staff, and directs a research team of 3 postdoctoral researchers, 3 PhD students, and a senior research fellow. He also serves on the School Senior Leadership Team, shaping institutional strategy and research direction. He earned a BSc in Chemical Physics from the University of Sussex in 1993 and a PhD in Atmospheric Chemistry from the University of Cambridge in 1999. His early career included postdoctoral research at Cambridge and research roles at INGV in Catania and Pisa, Italy, before returning to the UK in 2015. His research integrates volcanology , petrology , remote sensing , and gas geochemistry to improve eruption forecasting and volcanic hazard management. He uses ground-based and satellite observations, numerical modeling, and field experiments to study volcanic degassing, magma ascent, and volatile cycling. He has pioneered the use of SO2 cameras and open-path FTIR systems for real-time volcanic gas monitoring. His recent publications span mafic eruption dynamics , CO2 flux quantification , tephra microstructure , and remote sensing of volcanic plumes , often in collaboration with volcano observatories and international partners. These works reflect a consistent focus on integrating observational data with modeling to understand volcanic behavior and its environmental impact. Scientific Recognition: ERC Consolidator Grant (CO2Volc, €1.72M) NERC Large Grant (DisEqm, £3.5M) University of Manchester Researcher of the Year (2017) President, GMPV Division, European Geosciences Union (2015–2018) Fellow of the Geological Society (2016–present) Invited/keynote speaker at AGU, EGU, and other major conferences Leadership & Advisory Roles: Member, Foreign Office Scientific Advisory Committee (UK volcanism hazards) Former Chief Scientist, Stromboli Volcano Observatory (2002/03 crisis) Led INGV Catania gas monitoring team (2002–2008) External PhD examiner for Cambridge and Montreal Reviewer for Nature, Science, EPSL, JVGR, and funding agencies (NERC, NSF, EU) Research Platforms & Collaborations: He is affiliated with the Manchester Environmental Research Institute , Sustainable Futures , and Digital Futures research platforms. He maintains active collaborations with INGV (Italy), NSF (USA), and multiple European institutions, and has co-supervised joint PhD students.

• Volcanology
• Petrology
• Remote Sensing
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Dr. Ivana Stiperski is a Full Professor at the Department of Atmospheric and Cryospheric Sciences (ACINN) at the University of Innsbruck. Her research focuses on atmospheric turbulence, boundary layer dynamics in complex terrain, stably stratified flows, and glacier-atmosphere interactions. She leads projects such as the ERC CoG Unicorn initiative, investigating turbulence in complex terrain, and the Hintereisferner Experiment (HEFEX). Her work combines numerical simulations (e.g., large-eddy models) with field observations in mountainous environments. Key research interests include turbulence anisotropy, monin-obukhov similarity theory, and the impact of terrain and ice surfaces on boundary layer processes. She collaborates with international teams on projects like the Seefeld Cold-Air Pool Experiment (SEECAP) and the Innsbruck Box (i-Box) initiative. Her contributions span over 140 peer-reviewed publications and include seminal studies in Quarterly Journal of the Royal Meteorological Society and Boundary-Layer Meteorology . Dr. Stiperski's grants include the ERC Consolidator Grant (Unicorn) and leadership roles in interdisciplinary field campaigns. She is actively involved in teaching and mentoring, though no specific student advisees are listed. Her team (TEAMx-UIBK) develops novel parameterizations for land-atmosphere exchange in Earth System Models.

• Atmospheric Turbulence
• Boundary Layer Dynamics
• Mountain Meteorology
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Ilaria Caiazzo is an Assistant Professor at the Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA), where she conducts research in high-energy astrophysics, focusing on compact objects such as white dwarfs, neutron stars, and black holes. She earned her Ph.D. from the University of British Columbia and was a Burke-Sherman Fairchild Fellow at Caltech before joining ISTA. Her work integrates theoretical modeling with observational data from major surveys and space missions. B.Sc. in Physics, University of Genoa M.Sc. in Physics, Università degli Studi di Milano Ph.D. in Astrophysics, University of British Columbia Her research interests lie at the frontier of extreme physics in stellar environments. She investigates white dwarf evolution, X-ray polarization from neutron stars, gravitational wave sources, and stellar dynamics in globular clusters. Using data from missions like IXPE, Gaia, and JWST, she explores how compact objects serve as natural laboratories for fundamental physics. Her work often combines multi-wavelength observations with theoretical modeling to understand emission mechanisms, magnetic fields, and stellar evolution. The recent publications reflect a strong focus on observational astrophysics, time-domain surveys, and mission-driven science. Key themes include the use of Gaia and ZTF for stellar dynamics and binaries, IXPE for X-ray polarimetry, and the development of future missions like Colibrì. Her research spans both stellar remnants and broader cosmological implications, including LIGO follow-up strategies and planetary system evolution around dead stars. Ilaria Caiazzo is actively involved in science policy and education. She co-developed a framework for Canadian space mission funding and has taught advanced astrophysics courses. She also organized the Simulating Stars Summer School in Beijing, engaging nearly 100 students. While no formal scientific awards are listed, her leadership in the Colibrì mission and her outreach efforts highlight her impact beyond research. She leads the Colibrì mission concept as Project Scientist—a Canadian-led X-ray telescope initiative aiming for high spectral and timing resolution to probe neutron stars and black holes. She collaborates with international teams, including the IXPE mission scientists, and mentors students in astrophysics and data analysis. Her interdisciplinary work also extends to filmmaking, where she produces science-inspired art through her company Sukiyaki Studio.

• High-Energy Astrophysics
• Compact Objects
• White Dwarfs
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Christiane Helling is Full Professor in Weltraumwissenschaften (Space Sciences) at Graz University of Technology and Director of the Institute for Space Research Graz (IWF) at the Austrian Academy of Sciences. She previously held leadership roles at the University of St Andrews, including Director of the Centre for Exoplanet Science, and has been a Senior Scientist at the Netherlands Institute for Space Research. Habilitation in Astrophysics (TU Berlin) PhD in Astrophysics (TU Berlin, with distinction) Diploma in Physics (TU Berlin) Her research focuses on exoplanet and brown dwarf atmospheres, cloud microphysics, charge processes, and atmospheric chemistry. She integrates hydrodynamic simulations with space observations from missions like CHEOPS, JWST, and PLATO to map cloud distributions and study planetary climate. Her recent publications emphasize time-dependent cloud formation, thermodynamic disequilibrium in planetary disks, and exoplanet atmospheric characterization using space telescopes. Key collaborations include the CHAMELEON project (virtual laboratories for exoplanet atmospheres) and the MSG model for cloudy sub-stellar atmospheres. ERC Starting Grant (LEAP Project: Lightning, Electrical and Atmospheric Processes on exoplanets) Marie-Curie Innovative Training Network (CHAMELEON)

• Astrophysics
• Exoplanet Atmospheres
• Cloud Formation
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