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Associate Professor Richard Vickery is a researcher and educator at the University of New South Wales (UNSW), focusing on understanding the neural code of the brain to advance brain-machine interfaces. His work bridges neuroscience, physiology, and bionics, with a primary interest in tactile perception and cortical coding in the somatosensory system. He has developed innovative approaches to restore touch to upper limb amputees through bionic hand prostheses, integrating electrophysiological recordings with behavioral and psychophysical studies. At UNSW, he contributes to teaching across medicine, health science, science, and engineering programs, notably convening SOMS1913 Human Systems 2 and PHSL2101 Physiology 1A. BSc Hons (University of Sydney) PhD (UNSW) His research spans sensory neuroscience, neural coding, and biomedical engineering, with significant grants from the ARC Discovery Project, UNSW Learning and Teaching Innovation Grants, and NHMRC. He has supervised PhD students and served as a grant reviewer for NHMRC, ARC, and NIH. His awards include the Vice-Chancellor's Award for Teaching Excellence (2017). Recent publications explore temporal coding in tactile and auditory systems, friction sensing mechanisms, and neural prosthetics, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach to decoding the brain's language for practical applications. His work intersects with advanced research infrastructure like the Mark Wainwright Analytical Centre and Research Imaging NSW, though he is not listed as a staff member there. Current projects involve tactile afferent encoding, sensory suppression during movement planning, and machine learning applications in neural prosthetics. His collaborations span academia, industry, and clinical research environments, emphasizing real-world translation of fundamental neuroscience discoveries.

• Neuroscience
• Physiology
• Bionics
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Eva Herbst is a postdoctoral researcher at the Institute for Biomechanics , ETH Zürich, and collaborates with the Schulthess Clinic . Her work bridges clinical biomechanics and paleontological research , focusing on shoulder implant development, finite element analysis, and evolutionary locomotion studies. Collaborators: Prof. Dr. Stephen Ferguson (ETH Zürich), Prof. Dr. med. Philipp Moroder (Schulthess Clinic), Prof. John Hutchinson (Royal Veterinary College). Coding & Tools: Developed the MyoGenerator Blender add-on for 3D muscle modeling and MATLAB scripts for joint mobility visualization. Her research spans implant constraint variability in shoulder arthroplasty, salamander locomotion kinematics, and fossil musculoskeletal reconstructions. Publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches combining medical imaging , computational modeling , and evolutionary biology . Her scientific resources include: MyoGenerator GitHub for muscle modeling workflows Figshare datasets for mouse epiphysis CT scans MorphoSource repositories for fossil and mammalian joint data

• Clinical Biomechanics
• Orthopedic Implant Development
• Finite Element Analysis
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Phoebe Edwards is an Assistant Professor at Iowa State University's Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology. Her research focuses on understanding how environmental and social conditions shape animal life-history traits, particularly in small mammals like voles, mice, and eusocial naked mole-rats. She integrates population ecology, animal behavior, endocrinology, and epigenetics to study phenotypic plasticity and its population-level consequences. Edwards holds a B.A. in Evolutionary Biology from Case Western Reserve University (2013) and a Ph.D. in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from the University of Toronto (2019). Her work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, combining field studies with lab-based molecular techniques. The Population Ecophysiology Lab she leads at Iowa State University investigates stress physiology, social behavior, and population dynamics in wild mammal populations. Her research trends span stress-axis modulation in response to environmental challenges, hormonal mechanisms driving social behavior in eusocial species, and conservation physiology of endangered mammals. Articles highlight innovative methods like viral vectors in mole-rats and non-invasive stress assessments in primates. She has contributed to special issues on hormones and social hierarchies, emphasizing evolutionary and ecological applications. Edwards’ lab collaborates with conservation groups and wildlife agencies, focusing on species like black-footed ferrets and little brown bats. While no formal awards are listed, her work reflects impactful contributions to understanding ecological and evolutionary processes in mammalian systems.

• Ecology
• Evolutionary Biology
• Animal Behavior
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Anne M Bronikowski is a Professor in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at Iowa State University. Her research focuses on the evolution of life-history strategies, integrating physiological and genetic experiments in wild populations of reptiles and primates. She explores stress-response mechanisms, aging dynamics, and the interplay between genetics and environment in shaping vital rates across populations and species. Education Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biology/Mathematical Biology from Marquette University PhD in Evolutionary Biology from the University of Chicago Research Interests Dr. Bronikowski’s work emphasizes understanding how physiological plasticity and genetic factors mediate aging, stress responses, and life-history trade-offs. Her studies utilize long-term field data from species like garter snakes and painted turtles to uncover mechanisms underlying longevity, immune function, and adaptation to environmental challenges. She also investigates comparative aging patterns in primates, highlighting unique human aging trajectories. Affiliations President, American Genetic Association Interdepartmental Programs: Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Genetics and Genomics, Gerontology Grants and Advising While specific grants are not listed, her research is supported by ongoing field studies and genomic initiatives. Her advising focuses on graduate students exploring evolutionary physiology, stress biology, and aging mechanisms in diverse vertebrate systems. Labs and Teams Her lab integrates field experimentation with genomic and transcriptomic analyses, collaborating on projects like snake and turtle genome sequencing to unravel molecular underpinnings of life-history variation.

• Evolutionary Biology
• Genetics
• Physiological Ecology
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Charles Egeland is a Professor and Director of the Archaeology Program in the Department of Anthropology at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG). His research focuses on Pleistocene human-environment interactions, using zooarchaeological and taphonomic methods to study ancient animal remains. He holds a Ph.D. in Anthropology from Indiana University. Research Interests: Human Evolution, Paleolithic Archaeology, Zooarchaeology, Vertebrate Taphonomy, Paleoenvironmental Studies, and Hunter-Gatherer Ecology. His work integrates field studies in Olduvai Gorge (Tanzania) and Swartkrans (South Africa) with modern savanna bone analyses and computational modeling of post-glacial social networks in Europe. Recent Work Trends: Recent publications emphasize experimental butchery studies, carnivore behavior analysis, forensic applications of bone modification studies, and interdisciplinary approaches to reconstructing hominin behavior. His projects address long-term human adaptation to environmental change, blending archaeological data with ecological modeling. Awards & Grants: Recipient of NSF funding for collaborative research on Ice Age social networks. Research has been published in high-impact journals like Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences and Scientific Reports . Teaching & Mentoring: Regularly incorporates students in research and teaches courses including Human Osteology, Paleolithic Archaeology, and Primate Behavior. Focuses on preparing students for 21st-century interdisciplinary challenges. Labs/Teams: Leads projects combining archaeology with computer science through NSF collaborations. Engages in fieldwork initiatives at UNESCO World Heritage Sites in East Africa.

• Human Evolution
• Paleolithic Archaeology
• Zooarchaeology
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Prof. Martin Vinck is a Group Leader at the Ernst Strüngmann Institute (ESI) for Neuroscience in Cooperation with the Max Planck Society, based in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. His research focuses on understanding neural mechanisms underlying information processing, particularly through three core approaches: neural circuits, collective neuron activity, and predictive learning. His work integrates experimental and computational methods, including electrophysiology, machine learning, and information theory to study how the brain encodes and processes sensory inputs and predictions. Key contributions include investigations into gamma oscillations' role in predictive coding, cell-type-specific neural propagation, and the development of novel analysis tools like SpikeShip for decoding neural spiking patterns. His lab is supported by major grants such as the ERC Starting Grant and the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF). He advises students and collaborates internationally, with alumni including Irene Onorato and Matteo Saponati. Research interests span neural circuits, predictive processing, and computational neuroscience, with applications in understanding how brains integrate sensory input and prior knowledge. Notable publications address topics like cortical interactions, attention effects, and the neurobiology of aesthetic perception.

• Neural Circuits
• Predictive Processing
• Neural Coding
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Lucie Gerber is a CNRS research officer at the University of Strasbourg, affiliated with the DHVS - Faculty of Medicine, Midwifery and Health Sciences. She is a member of the SAGE laboratory (Sociétés, acteurs, gouvernement en Europe), where she conducts research on the history and epistemology of life and environmental sciences, with a focus on organism-environment relationships, animal experimentation, and biomedical therapeutics. Her research interests center on the history of experimentation in plant, animal, and human biology, particularly in the 20th and 21st centuries. She investigates artificial climate devices, experimental bioclimatology, the physiology of horticulture and agriculture, and animal modeling in psychopharmacology and mental health research. Her work explores the development of psychotropic drugs and behavioral therapies, situating scientific practices within broader cultural and technological shifts. Lucie Gerber’s recent publications reflect a strong trend in the historical analysis of scientific instruments, experimental models, and the industrialization of biomedical research. Her work spans the history of phytotrons, the modeling of mental disorders in primates, the transnational circulation of therapeutic practices like assertiveness training, and the role of pharmaceutical marketing in shaping psychiatric diagnoses. She frequently publishes in leading journals such as History of Psychology , Journal of the History of the Behavioral Sciences , and The British Journal for the History of Science . She has received recognition through invitations to major international conferences and seminars, including events at the University of Zurich, EHESS, and the Max Planck Institute. She is currently involved in the ECOLABOBIO project (2022–2025), funded by Idex Attractivité, which examines the historical and anthropological dimensions of organism-environment relationships in biological and biomedical research. ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4730-1455 She actively collaborates with scholars such as Rémy Amouroux, Alexis Zimmer, and Baptiste Moutaud, and has presented her work at numerous international venues, demonstrating sustained scholarly engagement and leadership in the history of science and medicine.

• History of Life Sciences
• History of Environmental Sciences
• History and Epistemology of Experimentation
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David G. Amaral is a Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the University of California, Davis, School of Medicine. His research is centered on the neurobiological underpinnings of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), with a focus on brain development, neuroanatomy, and translational neuroscience. He leads major initiatives such as the Autism Phenome Project and Autism BrainNet, fostering collaboration across institutions and disciplines. His research interests span autism neurobiology, neurodevelopment, brain imaging, genomics, and primate models of neurodevelopmental disorders . He investigates early brain overgrowth, amygdala development, cortical structure, sex differences, and metabolic and immune contributions to ASD. His work integrates human studies with nonhuman primate models to bridge basic science and clinical understanding. The most recent publications highlight trends in longitudinal neuroimaging of ASD, sex differences in brain development, maternal immune activation, genetic and metabolic biomarkers, and comparative neuroanatomy . His team frequently employs advanced MRI, transcriptomics, and stereological methods to uncover mechanisms of atypical brain development. Dr. Amaral is actively involved in scientific leadership and editorial roles, contributing to journals such as Autism Research . He is a key member of large-scale consortia including SPARK and the Pediatric Imaging, Neurocognition, and Genetics (PING) Study, which have advanced population-level understanding of brain development. He mentors a broad network of researchers and collaborates extensively with scientists across neuroscience, psychiatry, immunology, and genetics. His laboratory and research teams are embedded within the UC Davis MIND Institute, a leading center for neurodevelopmental disorders research.

• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Neurodevelopment
• Neuroanatomy
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Jeremiah Cohen is an Adjunct Associate Professor of Neuroscience at The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and a Principal Scientist at the Allen Institute for Neural Dynamics in Seattle. He leads the Cohen Lab, which is affiliated with the Department of Neuroscience and the Brain Science Institute at Johns Hopkins, focusing on the neural circuits underlying reward, mood, and decision-making. His research lies at the intersection of systems, cognitive, and computational neuroscience, with a strong emphasis on neuromodulatory systems involving serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine. The lab investigates how these neurons—despite their small numbers—exert widespread influence over brain function and behavior. Using cell-type-specific tools, electrophysiology, imaging, and computational models in mice, the lab aims to uncover how monoaminergic circuits process rewards, punishments, and uncertainty to guide behavior. The 15 most recent publications reveal a consistent focus on reward and punishment processing, decision-making under uncertainty, neural coding of prediction errors, and the functional roles of serotonin and dopamine across multiple timescales. The work spans molecular, circuit, and systems levels, combining rigorous behavioral paradigms with advanced neural recording and modeling techniques. Key themes include neuromodulation, neural stability, and the transformation of sensory signals into motivated behavior. Scientific awards and grants supporting the lab include: Klingenstein-Simons Fellowship Award NARSAD Grant from the Brain & Behavior Research Foundation Whitehall Foundation Grant MQ Fellows Programme Grant National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) Grant National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) Grant as part of the Brain Initiative Dr. Cohen actively mentors a team of postdoctoral fellows and neuroscience graduate students, many of whom have gone on to prestigious positions in academia, medicine, and data science. The lab collaborates widely and has received continuous funding from federal and private sources, reflecting the significance and innovation of its research. The Cohen Lab is equipped to perform cutting-edge experiments in neural circuit function, including in vivo electrophysiology, behavioral analysis, and computational modeling.

• Systems Neuroscience
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Computational Neuroscience
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Veit Stuphorn is an Associate Professor of Neuroscience at The Johns Hopkins University, affiliated with the Zanvyl Krieger Mind/Brain Institute and the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences. His research bridges systems, cognitive, and computational neuroscience, focusing on the neural basis of decision-making and self-control. His research interests lie in understanding the neurophysiological mechanisms of higher executive functions, particularly decision-making and self-control. Using neurophysiological recordings in awake primates during cognitive tasks such as the countermanding paradigm, he investigates how neurons in the frontal cortex—specifically the frontal eye field (FEF), supplementary eye field (SEF), and anterior cingulate cortex (ACC)—encode signals related to action initiation, suppression, error detection, and reward evaluation. He also extends these studies to human subjects using fMRI, enabling cross-species comparisons. His work suggests that medial frontal areas like ACC and SEF form a secondary executive control system that monitors performance and adjusts behavior based on outcomes. The 15 most recent publications reflect a consistent focus on executive control, inhibitory processing, and neural correlates of decision-making. These works span primate neurophysiology, human behavioral neuroscience, and theoretical neuroeconomics, with recurring themes in performance monitoring, error signaling, and the role of frontal-basal ganglia networks in cognitive control. Key techniques include single-neuron recording, local field potential analysis, and fMRI, applied across species to validate findings. Dr. Stuphorn has not been mentioned with any scientific awards in the provided text. He advises graduate students through the Neuroscience Training Program and Psychological and Brain Sciences at Johns Hopkins. While specific grants are not listed, his research is supported by long-term investigations into executive function, suggesting sustained funding. His lab conducts parallel animal and human studies, indicating interdisciplinary collaboration and resource investment. His lab is based at the Zanvyl Krieger Mind/Brain Institute at Johns Hopkins, where he leads a research team focused on neural circuits underlying decision-making and self-control. The lab combines electrophysiological recordings in primates with human neuroimaging to explore executive functions across species.

• Systems Neuroscience
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Computational Neuroscience
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Nicholas Price is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physiology at the Monash Biomedicine Discovery Institute, Monash University, within the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences. He is actively engaged in research and teaching, serving as a Primary Chief Investigator on multiple national and international projects focused on sensory processing, neural adaptation, and perception. His current work explores how the brain maintains robust behavior in noisy environments and the role of oscillations in neural communication. His research interests center on neural mechanisms of perception , particularly in visual and motion systems. Using approaches in computational modeling , neurophysiology , and population coding , his work investigates how neuronal adaptation influences perception and decision-making. Key themes include plasticity , contextual modulation , and robust sensory coding in dynamic environments. His research contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goals through advancements in health and well-being via neuroscience. His recent publications, spanning from 2010 to 2025, reveal a strong focus on visual motion processing , neuronal population dynamics , and adaptive coding . These works frequently appear in high-impact journals such as The Journal of Neuroscience and Cerebral Cortex , demonstrating consistent contributions to understanding how sensory systems adapt and represent information over time. The integration of experimental neurophysiology with computational analysis is a hallmark of his research trajectory. He has been recognized with two major teaching awards in 2023: Dean's Award for Excellence in Education – Innovation in Learning and Teaching Vice-Chancellor's Excellence Award for Innovation in Learning and Teaching These honors reflect his commitment to innovative pedagogy and student engagement in physiology and biomedical sciences. Nicholas Price supervises research students and collaborates extensively, with advisees including E. Zavitz and H.-H. Yu. He has secured competitive funding from the NHMRC and leads projects involving multidisciplinary international teams. He also contributes to academic service as an editorial board member of PLoS ONE since 2014. His public engagement includes media contributions such as the 'Redesign My Brain' series, highlighting his role in science communication. He is a key member of the Monash Biomedicine Discovery Institute and leads research within the neural circuits and sensory processing theme. His lab investigates real and virtual perception, neural oscillations, and adaptive sensory coding, often in collaboration with institutions in Germany, the US, and Italy. The ongoing project 'PLAsticity of perception in real and virtual spaCES' exemplifies his team’s interdisciplinary and translational focus.

• Neuroscience
• Sensory Processing
• Visual Perception
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Ethan Weiss, MD, is an Associate Professor in Residence in the Department of Medicine at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), School of Medicine. He is a board-certified cardiologist with clinical expertise in general and preventive cardiology, focusing on genetics of coronary disease, risk assessment, and heart disease in young patients. Dr. Weiss earned his MD from Johns Hopkins University in 1996 and completed his cardiology fellowship at UCSF. His research integrates genetic models to investigate metabolic disorders such as obesity, fatty liver disease, and diabetes, as well as the coagulation system, aiming to develop safer antithrombotic therapies. His research interests include: Metabolic regulation and insulin resistance Genetic basis of lipid disorders Time-restricted eating and ketogenic diets JAK2 and growth hormone signaling in metabolism Sex differences in thrombosis and liver disease Digital health interventions for weight management Dr. Weiss has published extensively in top-tier journals including The Lancet , Science , JAMA Internal Medicine , and Diabetes . His recent work centers on lipid-lowering therapies, body composition analysis via 3D scanning, and clinical trials on dietary patterns such as time-restricted eating. His publications demonstrate a strong trend toward translational research bridging molecular mechanisms with clinical applications in cardiometabolic health. He collaborates with key investigators at UCSF, including Eric Vittinghoff and Jeffrey Olgin, and has contributed to significant studies on metabolic liver disease, clotting disorders, and nutritional interventions. While no formal awards are listed in the provided text, his work has been widely cited and featured in media outlets and social platforms. Dr. Weiss is actively involved in clinical trials and digital health research, particularly in evaluating mobile apps for dietary adherence and metabolic outcomes. He maintains a public presence on X (@ethanjweiss) and has participated in public discussions on metabolism, gene editing, and physician entrepreneurship. He is affiliated with the UCSF Cardiology division and contributes to both patient care and biomedical research, embodying a physician-scientist role dedicated to advancing understanding and treatment of metabolic and cardiovascular diseases.

• Cardiology
• Preventive Cardiology
• Genetics of Coronary Disease
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Tomris Mustafa is a Research Fellow in Physiology at Monash University. Her work focuses on neuroendocrine mechanisms, particularly the role of pituitary adenylate cyclase-activating polypeptide (PACAP) in stress responses, chromaffin cell function, and inflammatory processes. She uses mouse and non-human primate models to investigate neurochemical pathways and their behavioral consequences. Her research contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to good health and well-being (SDG 3), advancing understanding of stress-related disorders and obesity-linked inflammation. Key themes include PACAP signaling pathways, catecholamine biosynthesis regulation, and neuroimmune interactions. Mustafa has published 29 peer-reviewed outputs since 2000, with notable work on chronic stress effects in mice and gastrointestinal inflammation models. Her studies often involve collaboration across disciplines, combining molecular biology, transcriptome analysis, and behavioral assessments.

• Neuroendocrinology
• Stress biology
• Neuropeptide signaling
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Inaki Carril Mundinano is a Research Fellow in the Department of Physiology at Monash University, specializing in neurosciences with a focus on neural circuitry, neurodevelopment, and brain injury repair. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and well-being. He is a Chief Investigator in an active NHMRC-funded project (2022–2026) examining the long-term impacts of early bushfire exposure on adult brain structure and function. Key research interests include predator fear circuitry in nonhuman primates, infant astrocyte functions in brain injury recovery, and retinal ganglion cell projections in marmosets. His studies integrate molecular techniques (e.g., CAV-2-mediated gene expression) with neuroanatomical mapping and behavioral analysis in primate models. Recent publications highlight contributions to understanding visuomotor development, astrocyte-mediated repair mechanisms, and neural plasticity in visually impaired individuals. Collaborations span institutions globally, with active projects exploring translational neurobiology and neurodegenerative disease mechanisms.

• Neurosciences
• Neural Circuitry
• Neurodevelopment
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Tsukasa Kamigaki is an Assistant Professor at the Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore. He leads a research laboratory focused on systems neuroscience, particularly the neural circuit mechanisms underlying executive function, working memory, and cognitive aging. His work integrates advanced techniques such as calcium imaging, optogenetics, and electrophysiology in mouse models. Ph.D. in Medicine, University of Tokyo School of Medicine (2010) B.S. in Neuroscience, University of Tokyo Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (2004) Dr. Kamigaki’s research centers on the prefrontal cortex and its role in executive control. He investigates how specific interneuron subtypes contribute to memory-guided behavior, how neural circuits reorganize during learning, and how aging and psychiatric disorders disrupt these circuits. His work bridges molecular, cellular, and systems-level neuroscience to understand cognitive function and dysfunction. His recent publications span high-impact journals including Nature Communications , Neuron , Nature Neuroscience , and Science . The articles reflect a strong trend in dissecting neuron-type-specific circuit functions, top-down modulation, and the neural basis of cognitive aging. His research increasingly focuses on translational models of cognitive decline. Human Frontier Science Program (HFSP) Long-Term Fellowship Uehara Memorial Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship Japan Neuroscience Society Young Investigator Award MCB Outstanding Postdoc Award in Neurobiology at UC Berkeley Research Fellowships for Young Scientists (DC1), JSPS Dr. Kamigaki has mentored students and postdocs, and his lab actively pursues grants and collaborative research. He has delivered numerous invited talks at institutions such as RIKEN, UC Berkeley, and the University of Tsukuba. His lab, launched in 2019 at NTU, is equipped to study multiscale brain circuits and is contributing significantly to Singapore’s neuroscience research landscape. His research team, the Kamigaki Lab, investigates brain-wide and local circuit mechanisms for executive function. They utilize transgenic mouse models, in vivo imaging, and behavioral paradigms to explore how neural networks support cognition and how they deteriorate in aging and disease.

• Systems Neuroscience
• Prefrontal Cortex Organization
• Executive Function
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