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• Hydrogeology
• Groundwater Management
• Environmental Geochemistry
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Dr. Teresa Melo is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mineral and Energy Resources Engineering at the Instituto Superior Técnico (University of Lisbon). Her research focuses on hydrogeology, groundwater management, and environmental geochemistry, with a particular emphasis on climate change impacts and ecosystem sustainability. She is affiliated with the CERIS research unit, specializing in sustainable civil engineering innovations. Her teaching portfolio includes courses such as 'Hydrogeology,' 'Groundwater Pollution and Protection,' and 'Advanced Topics in Water Resources and Environment.' She actively contributes to the AQUADAPT project, addressing climate-resilient riverine ecosystems and groundwater-dependent vegetation mapping. Key research themes include groundwater-surface water interactions, natural background level assessments, and the socio-economic valuation of groundwater protection. She collaborates internationally on projects such as the FREEZE initiative, investigating submarine groundwater discharge and coastal aquifer dynamics. Her publications span over three decades, with recent work emphasizing wildfire impacts on groundwater recharge, microbial diversity in aquifers, and ethical dimensions of contaminated groundwater management. She has advised numerous interdisciplinary studies on environmental risk assessment and policy frameworks.

Luís Moreira de SousaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Geoinformatics
• Spatial Simulation
• Semantic Web
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Luís Moreira de Sousa is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Computer Engineering, Higher Technical Institute (Instituto Superior Técnico), University of Lisbon. His academic work bridges computer science and geography, with a focus on Geoinformatics rather than traditional GIS. He is affiliated with the Information and Decision Support Systems research unit and teaches Data Administration and Information Systems. His research spans several interconnected domains: spatial simulation, semantic web technologies for geospatial data, hexagonal grid systems, and resource depletion studies. Dr. de Sousa has developed innovative approaches to spatial simulation through his DSL3S (Domain Specific Language for Spatial Simulation Scenarios) and has contributed significantly to the Semantic Web through the GloSIS web ontology for soil data. His current major project is the book Spatial Linked Data Infrastructures , which bridges geospatial science and semantic web technologies. His publication record shows consistent contributions to spatial simulation tools, semantic web applications in geospatial domains, and resource depletion analysis. His work demonstrates a clear trajectory from practical spatial simulation tools toward more sophisticated semantic web applications for geospatial data. The recent focus on spatial linked data infrastructures represents the culmination of his interdisciplinary approach, combining computer science rigor with geospatial domain knowledge. Dr. de Sousa is a strong advocate for open source tools and maintains an active presence in the FOSS4G (Free and Open Source Software for Geospatial) community. His professional digital footprint includes Codeberg, Mastodon, ORCID, Google Scholar, LinkedIn, ResearchGate, and StackExchange. Outside his academic work, he maintains interests in resource depletion (having created the Portuguese Peak Oil website PicoDoPetroleo.net in 2005 and contributed to TheOilDrum), cycling (covering thousands of kilometers annually), music, and literature. His Goodreads profile shows an active engagement with science fiction, history, and science literature.

Francisco Correia dos SantosView profile

Professor

• Computer Science
• Evolutionary Biology
• Economics
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Francisco C. Santos is a Full Professor at Instituto Superior Técnico (IST), University of Lisbon, and currently serves as Vice-President of the Portuguese Science Foundation (FCT). He holds a PhD in Computer Science from Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB), Belgium, where he was a Marie Curie Fellow. His research spans computer science, evolutionary biology, economics, and physics, focusing on cooperation dynamics, environmental governance, network science, and AI's societal impact. He leads the GAIPS and ATP research groups at INESC-ID, Lisbon. Education PhD in Computer Science, Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB), Belgium (Marie Curie Fellowship) FNRS Senior Researcher at ULB's Machine Learning Group Research Interests His work bridges AI, complex systems, and social dynamics. Key areas include: - Evolution of cooperation and social norms - Climate governance and collective-risk dilemmas - Network science and urban planning - Machine learning and robotics applications Awards Young Scientist Award (German Physical Society) CGD/ULisbon Prize in Computer Science AAAI Blue Sky Award IST Teaching Excellence Awards (multiple) Advising & Grants Supervised over 30 PhD and MSc students, many of whom have gone on to prestigious postdocs and academic roles. Co-headed research groups and led projects funded by FCT-Portugal and EU initiatives. Labs & Teams Leads the Group of Artificial Intelligence for People and Society (GAIPS) and the ATP interdisciplinary group at INESC-ID. Collaborates internationally on AI ethics and environmental policy.

• Signal processing for communications
• MIMO communications
• Wireless, ad hoc and sensor networks
• +11 more

Nuno Manuel Branco Souto is an Associate Professor (with Habilitation) at the Department of Information Science and Technology, School of Technologies and Architecture, ISCTE - University Institute of Lisbon. He also holds leadership roles as Deputy Director of both the School of Technologies and Architecture and the Institute of Telecommunications - IUL, where he is an Integrated Researcher in the Radio Systems Group. Aggregation in Information Sciences and Technologies, ISCTE-University Institute of Lisbon, 2021 PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Higher Technical Institute - UTL, 2006 Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Higher Technical Institute - UTL, 2000 His research focuses on signal processing for communications , MIMO systems , channel estimation , reconfigurable intelligent surfaces (RIS) , and optimization in wireless communications . He explores advanced techniques in hybrid precoding , index modulation , and energy-efficient 5G/6G network design , contributing significantly to next-generation wireless technologies. His recent publications (2020–2024) reveal a strong trend toward reconfigurable intelligent surfaces (RIS) , millimeter-wave and THz communications , molecular communication with deep learning , and anti-UAV systems using SDR-based jamming and spoofing . These works appear in high-impact journals such as IEEE Transactions, Sensors, and Applied Sciences, reflecting his leadership in cutting-edge wireless communication research. Dr. Souto has no scientific awards explicitly listed in the provided text. He has been actively involved in teaching, research supervision, and academic leadership. His collaborations span multiple institutions and include prominent researchers such as Pavia, Velez, Correia, Sebastião, and Dinis. He contributes to both theoretical advancements and practical implementations in wireless systems, including software-defined radio (SDR) applications for UAV security and scalable video broadcasting in cellular networks. Dr. Souto is affiliated with the Radio Systems Group at the Institute of Telecommunications - IUL, where his team conducts research on next-generation wireless networks, signal processing algorithms, and communication system optimization.

• Wireless Communications
• Telecommunications Engineering
• Video Quality Optimization
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Berend Willem Martijn Kuipers is affiliated with Universidade Lusófona in Lisbon, Portugal, where he contributes to research in telecommunications and network systems. He holds a doctoral degree from Aalborg University of Technology, Denmark, a Master's from Delft University of Technology, Netherlands, and a Bachelor's from Rijswijk Institute of Technology. Bachelor of Science, Rijswijk Institute of Technology, The Netherlands Master of Science, Delft University of Technology, Delft, The Netherlands Doctor of Philosophy, Aalborg University of Technology, Aalborg, Denmark His research focuses on wireless communication technologies, particularly in the areas of MIMO systems, video quality optimization over IP networks, and robust communication for emergency services. His work bridges theoretical modeling and practical implementation in real-world network environments. Key interests include channel modeling, signal processing, and AI applications in networking. The publication timeline from 2002 to 2022 shows a consistent research trajectory centered on enhancing wireless network performance. Early work focused on Bluetooth and MIMO channel modeling, while later contributions address video quality, substation network delays, and the integration of artificial intelligence in communication systems. These works reflect expertise in both fundamental wireless principles and modern network challenges. No scientific awards were mentioned in the provided text. No information is available regarding student supervision, research grants, or funding sources. No specific laboratory or research team affiliations are mentioned in the provided content.

Inês Boavida PortugalView profile

Assistant Professor

• Geography
• Tourism
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
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Inês Boavida Portugal is an Assistant Professor at the Institute of Geography and Territorial Planning (IGOT), University of Lisbon, specializing in geography and urban planning. Her work bridges Geographic Information Systems (GIS), agent-based modeling, and tourism research with a focus on participatory methods and biosensing technologies. Education: PhD in Geography (2016) from IGOT, University of Lisbon MSc in Territorial Management with specialization in Remote Sensing and GIS (2010) from NOVA University Lisbon BSc in Geography and Regional Planning (2007) from NOVA University Lisbon Her research explores urban tourism dynamics, pedestrian flow analysis, and affective geographies through innovative methods like mobile biosensing and social force modeling. Recent publications address digital twins, crisis communication during the pandemic, and the integration of GIS with behavioral analysis. Key trends in her work include: Smart tourism systems using geospatial data Crowd simulation for event safety Emotional mapping of public spaces Sustainable urban planning frameworks Agent-based modeling of destination decision-making She contributes to projects like UrBio, which uses participatory biosensing to identify affective geographies and memory sites. Her methodological focus spans GIS, spatial-temporal analysis, and multi-agent systems.

Manuel AlmeidaView profile

Researcher

• Water Resources
• Mathematical Modeling
• Climate Change Impact
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Manuel Almeida is a senior researcher at the MARE Research Center affiliated with the Faculty of Science and Technology at NOVA University of Lisbon. His work focuses on water resources and sustainability, leveraging mathematical models to analyze reservoir and lake systems. Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Engineering Master's Degree in Environmental Engineering Master's Degree in Sustainable Urbanism and Spatial Planning PhD in Environment (NOVA University of Lisbon, 2014) PhD in Climate Change and Sustainable Development Policies PhD in E-Planning His research addresses critical issues in climate change impacts on aquatic systems, phosphorus pollution, and eutrophication. He specializes in integrating models like CE-QUAL-W2 and SWAT for water quality simulations, particularly in data-scarce environments. Recent publications highlight his focus on heatwave effects on reservoirs and machine learning applications for pollutant prediction. Almeida contributes to environmental networks such as the Environment and Sustainability Center and the Network of Environmental Studies of Portuguese Speaking Countries . He is also involved in projects like the TIDE Connection to Society and collaborates with the Ecozoic - Junior Company .

António CoelhoView profile

Associate Professor

• Computer Graphics
• Virtual Reality
• Serious Games
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António Coelho is an Associate Professor with Habilitation at the University of Porto's Department of Informatics Engineering and a senior researcher at INESC TEC. He coordinates the Computer Graphics and Virtual Environments area within the HUMANISE research group and leads the Doctoral Program in Digital Media. His roles include academic leadership in the European University Alliance for Global Health (EUGLOH). Coelho has been at INESC TEC since 1995 as an Area Manager, focusing on interdisciplinary research projects ranging from EU-funded initiatives to industry collaborations. His teaching spans Computer Graphics, Programming, and Digital Games, reflecting his expertise in Virtual Reality, Serious Games, and Geospatial Systems. Key research interests include procedural modeling, games-based learning, and location-based systems. Over 20 supervised theses demonstrate his mentorship in topics like immersive learning, AR solutions for heritage, and medical applications of serious games. Coelho’s recent work integrates AR/VR into education and healthcare, such as Histopoly (histology teaching) and Spot (melanoma prevention). Collaborative projects like the FRONTOWNS medieval town reconstruction highlight his multidisciplinary approach. He actively contributes to advancing digital media through both academic leadership and cutting-edge research in immersive technologies.

José Azevedo PereiraView profile

Professor

• Financial Management
• Corporate Finance
• Quantitative Finance
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José Azevedo Pereira is a Professor at the Department of Finance, School of Economics and Management (ISEG), University of Lisbon. He holds an Aggregation in Management from ISEG (2006), a Doctorate of Business Administration from the University of Manchester (1997), and advanced degrees from ISEG. His professional roles include Vice-President of ISEG (2015), Presidente do Conselho Fiscal at Caixa Económica da Misericórdia de Angra do Heroísmo (2016–2019), and non-executive directorships in financial institutions. Education: Bachelor's in Business Management (1984), ISEG Master's in Management (1992), ISEG PhD in Business Administration (1997), University of Manchester Aggregation in Management (2006), ISEG His research focuses on financial valuation, corporate finance, quantitative methods in finance, and taxation. Key themes include mortgage valuation, corporate restructuring, energy economics, and ethical judgments in accounting. He has supervised Master’s theses on corporate finance cases like SEMAPA SGPS and Brisa. Publications span over three decades, emphasizing rigorous valuation methodologies and real-world corporate challenges. His work appears in journals like Journal of Financial Studies , European Journal of Finance , and Journal of Business Ethics . He has held leadership roles in academia and industry, including roles at EDP, Direcção Geral dos Impostos, and the Greek Tax Authority. His teaching includes advanced corporate finance, taxation, and financial management across undergraduate and graduate programs.

• Emerging Construction Technologies
• Automation in Construction
• Robotic Construction
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Nuno Antonio da Silva is an Associate Researcher at ISTAR-Iscte (Research Center in Information Sciences, Technologies and Architecture) at ISCTE-University Institute of Lisbon, specializing in the Digital Living Spaces group. He completed his PhD in Architecture in September 2024 with a thesis titled "Advancing Construction Technologies: Integrating Human-Machine Collaboration and Drone Robotic Construction in a Comprehensive XR-Simulated Environments Methodology." His research focuses on how advanced technologies—automation, robotics, computational design, and simulation tools—can transform architectural practices to address critical global challenges such as housing crisis, sustainability, social equity, and climate resilience. Dr. da Silva earned his Integrated Master's Degree in Architecture (2012-2017) and completed Visual Arts studies (2009-2012) at José Saramago Secondary School. His academic journey began with a bachelor's degree in architecture from Universidade Lusófona in Lisbon (2015), followed by a master's in architecture from Iscte-IUL (2017). His research expertise centers on digital technologies applied to construction and architectural design, with particular focus on robotics, virtual and augmented reality simulations, and human-machine cooperation environments. Dr. da Silva has developed innovative VR/AR simulation tools to enable human-robot collaboration in construction environments, specifically where workers interact with robotic technologies including drones. His work bridges theoretical research with practical implementation through industry collaborations, developing real-world prototypes that address the gap between academic research and practical application in architecture and construction. His publication record reveals a strong trajectory in robotic construction methodologies, with increasing sophistication in VR/AR simulation environments and growing attention to social impact considerations. His most cited work, "Robotic construction analysis: Simulation with virtual reality" (2022) in Heliyon (Q1), demonstrates significant scholarly impact with 15 Web of Science and 20 Scopus citations. Challenges and opportunities of using metaverse tools for participatory architectural design processes (2024) Robotic construction analysis: Simulation with virtual reality (2022) The Robotic Dance: a fictional narrative of a construction by drones (2021) A Quasi-real Virtual Reality Experience: Point Cloud Navigation (2021) Robotic construction: Robotic fabrication experiments for the building construction industry (2021) Currently, Dr. da Silva leads the experimental phase of the GreenCity4Aging project, developing VR-based user simulations to collect heart rate and eye-tracking data from elderly citizens, contributing valuable insights for designing inclusive, elder-friendly urban spaces. During his PhD, he led an interdisciplinary team of five in collaboration with NexusUAV, securing 80% of the funding needed for drone construction experiments, demonstrating his ability to translate research into practical applications with real-world impact. His research philosophy emphasizes the integration of digital and prefabrication technologies to foster sustainable and inclusive design in the built environment. Through his work with ISTAR-Iscte's multidisciplinary approach, he continues to develop research in robotic construction and AR/VR simulation environments, maintaining strong industry connections to ensure practical relevance of his academic work.

• Aerial Robotics
• Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)
• Remote Sensing
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João Pedro Matos-Carvalho is an Assistant Professor at Lusófona University in Lisbon, affiliated with the School of Engineering and the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. He is also an Integrated Member of the Center of Technology and Systems (CTS) at UNINOVA and COPELABS, Lusófona University, contributing to interdisciplinary research in robotics and intelligent systems. Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering, FCT NOVA (2021) M.Sc. (Hons.) in Electrical and Computer Engineering, FCT NOVA (2017) His research focuses on aerial robotics, machine learning, remote sensing, and sensor networks, with applications in UAV navigation, precision agriculture, environmental monitoring, and embedded AI. He has made significant contributions to GPS-denied navigation, multispectral imaging, and AI-driven signal processing. The recent publications reflect a strong trend in integrating deep learning with real-world engineering systems, particularly in UAV autonomy, IoT, and human-centric applications like fall detection and online learning analysis. His work spans algorithm design, software development, and practical deployment in complex environments. Best Paper Award at IEEE Conference (2018) Distinguished Paper Award by LASIGE at FCUL (2021) Best Poster Presentation Award at International Complex Systems and Their Applications Conference (2023) He has secured the competitive Scientific Employment Stimulus (CEEC) grant from FCT and has advised or collaborated on multiple research projects. He has guest-edited special issues in journals such as Drones and Frotiers in Computer Science , and serves as a reviewer for leading scientific journals. He leads the development of open-source tools like AutoNAV and Raster Forge, supporting simulation and geospatial analysis. He is actively involved in research teams at CTS-UNINOVA and COPELABS, focusing on intelligent systems, aerial robotics, and data fusion. His lab work emphasizes practical UAV platforms, sensor integration, and AI deployment in real-time systems.

• Geographic Information Systems
• Environmental Planning and Management
• Resource Management Simulation
• +3 more

Cédric Claude Bernard Grueau serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Systems and Computer Science at Setúbal School of Technology, Setúbal Polytechnic University, and holds Invited Researcher positions at MARE - Centre for Marine and Environmental Sciences and ALGORITMI research unit (University of Minho). His research centers on developing interactive spatial decision-support tools that integrate human behavior modeling with resource management simulation. Key domains include Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for environmental planning, regional planning, mining, water infrastructure management, and health informatics. Recent work emphasizes AI-enhanced platforms for national agencies in water management and health risk prediction. Publication analysis reveals consistent application of agent-based modeling and GIS across environmental domains, with recent focus on infrastructure asset management (2023), ODD protocol frameworks (2021), and land use change modeling (2014). His work bridges technical development with practical implementation in EU-funded projects. Grueau supervises over 20 undergraduate and multiple master's students. His research is funded through national and EU projects including WISDom (Water Intelligence System Data), AiECHOES (AI health risk prediction), and PROBIO (biodiversity management). He collaborates extensively with Portuguese public institutions: National Civil Engineering Laboratory (LNEC), Institute for Nature Conservation and Forests (ICNF), and Mineral Resources Industry Association. Active in academic service, he serves on conference program committees and peer-reviews for scientific journals, operating within MARE and ALGORITMI research ecosystems.

• Smart Grids
• Energy Communities
• Data Mining Applications in Power Systems
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Sérgio Filipe Carvalho Ramos serves as Coordinator Professor at the School of Engineering (ISEP) of the Polytechnic Institute of Porto (IPP), where he has held academic positions since 2001. Since 2021, he directs the Bachelor Program in Electrical Engineering - Electrical Power Systems and previously served as deputy director of the Electrical Engineering Department (2018-2020). He maintains active research collaborations with international institutions including Universidade de Vigo and Universidade da Coruña in Spain, and UNESP in Brazil. His educational background includes a PhD (2015) and MSc (2006) in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Lisbon - IST. His research focuses on smart grids, energy communities, data mining applications in power systems, and renewable energy optimization . He has pioneered work in smart buildings optimization, shared PV generation, and flexible power contracts through significant R&D projects. The analysis of his recent publications reveals strong trends in energy community modeling , with 8 of the 15 most recent papers addressing peer-to-peer energy sharing, community optimization, and local market design. His work increasingly integrates machine learning for forecasting (particularly for EV integration and PV generation) and employs advanced optimization techniques including game theory and MBNLP methods. The research consistently targets practical implementation in smart grid contexts with emphasis on real-world applicability. Premio REN 2008 Scientific Publication Merit from IPP (2011, 2015, 2023) Ramos has supervised 2 PhD students (ongoing), 29 MSc, 6 ERASMUS, and 116 BSc students. His grant portfolio demonstrates exceptional success in securing competitive funding, including FCT projects BENEFICE and SPET as PI/Co-PI, the EU-funded SATCOMM project coordinating Atlantic energy pilots, and multiple Honda Research Institute consultancies. His research group has successfully coordinated over 20 national and international R&D projects with total funding exceeding €5M. As a core researcher in the GECAD research group, he leads initiatives in smart buildings and energy communities. He serves as General Secretary for IPP at ATHENA European University and participates in the CARPE Network's Sustainable and Smart Cities working group, demonstrating institutional leadership beyond his departmental responsibilities.

Carlos JerónimoView profile

Lecturer

• Project Management
• Strategic Management
• Healthcare Management
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Carlos Jerónimo is a computer & telematics engineer (University of Aveiro) with a PhD in Business Administration from ISCTE – University Institute of Lisbon, currently faculty at Iscte Business School / ISCTE Executive Education . A founding partner of Winning Scientific Management, he combines academic teaching with strategic consultancy for banking, insurance, health, telco and public sectors, specialising in project, programme and benefits management aligned with PMI®, ITIL and balanced-scorecard frameworks. Education & Certifications PhD in Business Administration, ISCTE-IUL Computer and Telematics Engineering, University of Aveiro Certificate of Teaching Competency (CAP) – ISCTE PMP® – Project Management Professional, PMI® ITIL Foundation, EXIN MCP – Microsoft Certified Professional (Project) MCI Level 1 – Management Consulting Institute Research Interests Jerónimo’s research integrates project management methodologies with digital transformation , health-care management and business-model innovation . He employs bibliometric and systematic-review approaches to map knowledge domains such as virtual teams, patient-centric care, R&D financing and sustainable consulting models, producing actionable frameworks for practitioners. Publication Trends Across 2021-2024 he published extensively on project management in health and digital contexts , covering AI-supported project control, benefits realisation in public health programmes, and COVID-19 impacts on hospitality business models. His work is characterised by cross-disciplinary keywords: project governance, knowledge transfer, service design, simulation and bibliometric analysis. Professional Service & Grants He served as Vice-President of PMI Portugal (2015-2018) and regularly mentors start-ups and speaks at management conferences. While specific grant numbers are not disclosed, his projects frequently involve publicly co-financed R&D initiatives and health-sector innovation contracts . Labs & Teams Within Winning Scientific Management he leads the Technological Innovation & Quality Assurance unit, overseeing applied research teams that develop decision-support tools (e.g., BCTool, Pereira Market Scan) for health foundations and public administration.

• Astronomy
• Astrophysics
• Planetary Science
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Alexandre Correia is an Associate Professor at the Universidade de Coimbra's Departamento de Física, specializing in planetary dynamics and exoplanetary systems. His research focuses on celestial mechanics, tidal evolution, and the detection of exoplanets. He holds a Doctorate in Astrophysique et Techniques Spatiales from Université Paris Diderot and an Agregação in Physics from Universidade de Aveiro. Key professional roles include leading projects like PHOBOS (exploring Phobos' composition) and MWGaiaDN (Galactic structure studies). He has supervised numerous PhD and MSc students, contributing significantly to understanding planetary formation and stability. His work spans over 136 publications, emphasizing dynamics of multi-planet systems, tidal effects, and resonant chains. Collaborations include international teams using facilities like CHEOPS, TESS, and SOPHIE. Notable achievements include simulating planetary systems with tools like RheoVolution and TIDYMESS, and discovering circumbinary planets.