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Daily briefing: This key protein could be responsible for brain ageing

A protein linked to Alzheimer's could also play a key role in normal brain aging, offering new avenues for combating cognitive decline.

Elon Musk is a proven danger to good science, but the Royal Society won't say so. That's why I resigned | Kit Yates

The Royal Society failed to address Elon Musk's conduct during their meeting, undermining its commitment to ethical standards in science.

Unreliable Biomedicine: A Book Review

The replication crisis in biomedicine stems from widespread data fraud and unreliability in research methods.

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Author Correction: 2023 summer warmth unparalleled over the past 2,000 years

Daily briefing: This key protein could be responsible for brain ageing

A protein linked to Alzheimer's could also play a key role in normal brain aging, offering new avenues for combating cognitive decline.

Elon Musk is a proven danger to good science, but the Royal Society won't say so. That's why I resigned | Kit Yates

The Royal Society failed to address Elon Musk's conduct during their meeting, undermining its commitment to ethical standards in science.

Unreliable Biomedicine: A Book Review

The replication crisis in biomedicine stems from widespread data fraud and unreliability in research methods.

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Author Correction: 2023 summer warmth unparalleled over the past 2,000 years

The truth about banning "dangerous gain-of-function" research

Scientific research can inadvertently lead to dangerous creations like bioweapons or deadly pathogens, necessitating careful regulation.

Daily briefing: What another round of layoffs means for US science

A second wave of layoffs threatens U.S. federal agencies impacting scientific programs, while a commercial lunar lander successfully completes its mission.

Serial Murderers: Science v. Science Fiction

The fascination with serial killers often overshadows the limited scientific understanding of their true characteristics and motivations.

Renewal of NIH grants linked to more innovative results, study finds

Stable research funding leads to more innovation.

Reducing active grants may hinder scientific progress.

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The truth about banning "dangerous gain-of-function" research

Scientific research can inadvertently lead to dangerous creations like bioweapons or deadly pathogens, necessitating careful regulation.

Daily briefing: What another round of layoffs means for US science

A second wave of layoffs threatens U.S. federal agencies impacting scientific programs, while a commercial lunar lander successfully completes its mission.

Serial Murderers: Science v. Science Fiction

The fascination with serial killers often overshadows the limited scientific understanding of their true characteristics and motivations.

Renewal of NIH grants linked to more innovative results, study finds

Stable research funding leads to more innovation.

Reducing active grants may hinder scientific progress.

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Daily briefing: AI companions - friend or frenemy?

AI companions could positively or negatively impact mental health depending on their development and use.

Ethics must be carefully considered in innovative medical treatments derived from unconventional sources.

Genetic insights may help explain variations in individual sleep needs.

Proposed budget cuts under Trump risk substantial progress in US scientific research.

How Scientists Can Be Good Citizens

Scientific discoveries must serve the public interest, balancing potential benefits against ethical implications.

Scientists face moral dilemmas over the consequences of their discoveries.

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Scientists reel as turmoil roils National Science Foundation

The Trump administration proposes cutting over half of the National Science Foundation's budget, causing significant concern within the scientific community.

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News - Mass Grave of Slaughtered Black Civil War Soldiers Possibly Located - Archaeology Magazine

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Scientists claim Jesus did NOT die on the cross

Some scientists even claim that Jesus never really died on the cross. In what is known as the 'swoon theory', Jesus merely fainted before being taken down.

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The Logic of Conspiracy Theories V: Best Explanation

An explanation must avoid being vague, ambiguous, or circular. If it fails to meet these minimal standards, then it is not worth considering at all.

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FDA staff left 'scrambling' to complete product reviews after DOGE layoffs

Some U.S. health regulators are struggling to meet deadlines for reviewing medical devices and tobacco products due to layoffs from the Trump administration.

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How a Cup of Tea Laid the Foundations for Modern Statistical Analysis

In the early 1920s, Ronald Fisher's experiment with tea led to revolutionary research practices emphasizing randomization and sample size, foundational to modern scientific experiments.

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Daily briefing: Thousands protest Trump cuts at #StandUpForScience rallies

Researchers protested against cuts to scientific funding and workforce.

Sleep patterns may predict consciousness recovery in severe brain injury patients.

LGBTQ+ biologists face significant hostility in their work environments.

Why Do People Distrust Science?

Misinformation, cognitive biases, and historical errors fuel public distrust in science.

New Research Links Tattoos to Skin Cancer

Tattooed individuals are 1.62 times more likely to develop skin cancer than un-tattooed siblings, especially with larger tattoos.

Daily briefing: An unvaccinated child is first US measles death in a decade

An unvaccinated child's measles death underscores declining vaccination rates in the U.S.

Daily briefing: What science photos do that AI-generated images can't

Breast cancer death rates are significantly higher in low- and middle-income countries due to inadequate healthcare access.

New Research Links Tattoos to Skin Cancer

Tattooed individuals are 1.62 times more likely to develop skin cancer than un-tattooed siblings, especially with larger tattoos.

Daily briefing: An unvaccinated child is first US measles death in a decade

An unvaccinated child's measles death underscores declining vaccination rates in the U.S.

Daily briefing: What science photos do that AI-generated images can't

Breast cancer death rates are significantly higher in low- and middle-income countries due to inadequate healthcare access.

"Science, Anti-Science, Pseudoscience, Truth": A Conversation with Nima Bassiri (Keywords: Authority; Trust; Liberalism; Scientism)

Anti-science sentiment is deeply connected to the structures of scientific authority, complicating efforts to combat it solely through education.

Daily briefing: The second X chromosome isn't so silent after all

The second X chromosome may enhance cognitive resilience in women, as shown by research on mice.

NIH is cutting many diversity-related grants, impacting research support.

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This scientist is on a quest ... to salvage whale brains

Studying whale brains can reveal insights into their behavior and adaptations.

Daily briefing: The second X chromosome isn't so silent after all

The second X chromosome may enhance cognitive resilience in women, as shown by research on mice.

NIH is cutting many diversity-related grants, impacting research support.

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This scientist is on a quest ... to salvage whale brains

Studying whale brains can reveal insights into their behavior and adaptations.

New research reveals ancient humans used animal bone tools much earlier than thought

Early humans used bone tools over a million years earlier than once thought, showcasing their innovative capabilities during the Acheulean period.

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Microplastics

Microplastics are widespread, even in remote areas, posing serious health concerns. Recent research shows significant accumulation of plastic in the human brain.

Daily briefing: PubMed blackout stokes fears about database's future

A bird's nest in Amsterdam shows a 30-year accumulation of plastic waste, highlighting the environmental impact of human refuse on wildlife.

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Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Microplastics

Microplastics are widespread, even in remote areas, posing serious health concerns. Recent research shows significant accumulation of plastic in the human brain.

Daily briefing: PubMed blackout stokes fears about database's future

A bird's nest in Amsterdam shows a 30-year accumulation of plastic waste, highlighting the environmental impact of human refuse on wildlife.

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Chemist Robert Fay, emeritus professor, dies at 88 | Cornell Chronicle

"Bob Fay was an excellent inorganic chemist, superb at analyzing the variety of ways by which the atoms surrounding a central metal atom in an inorganic molecule move around, rearranging themselves into a different geometry. Bob's work was beautifully reasoned and always reliable."

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Sexual harassment allegations linked to drop in citations

Citations for researchers accused of sexual misconduct decline following media coverage, unlike those accused of scientific fraud.

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UFC star Alex Pereira and the mystery of punching power

Alex Pereira's calm demeanor in training disguises the explosive violence he brings in the Octagon.

NASA telescope will study what put the bang in the big bang

SPHEREx is a compact NASA telescope aimed at investigating the origins of the universe and cosmic inflation.

New NASA Space Telescope Will See the Universe in 102 Colors

NASA's SPHEREx mission will launch a new infrared space telescope designed to survey the entire sky, enhancing our understanding of cosmic history.

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NASA launches night sky challenge to celebrate Hubble anniversary

NASA celebrates the Hubble Space Telescope's 35th anniversary by inviting public participation in a stargazing challenge.

The Hubble Night Sky Challenge encourages amateur astronomers to engage with astronomical phenomena.

Why Astronauts Might Need More Microbes on the International Space Station

The International Space Station's unique environment affects the evolution of microbes, impacting astronaut health and future long-term space travel.

Asteroid Risk Shifts, Measles Outbreak in Texas Grows, and Researchers Befriend Fish for Science

NASA reassures us about asteroid 2024 YR4's fluctuating impact probability, which has recently decreased to 1.5%.

The black hole Sagittarius A* is consistently active, emitting light flares and displaying dynamic behavior.

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The Space Force shares a photo of Earth taken by the X-37B space plane

The X-37B successfully undertook aerobraking maneuvers in orbit to conserve fuel during its extended mission.

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NASA telescope will study what put the bang in the big bang

SPHEREx is a compact NASA telescope aimed at investigating the origins of the universe and cosmic inflation.

New NASA Space Telescope Will See the Universe in 102 Colors

NASA's SPHEREx mission will launch a new infrared space telescope designed to survey the entire sky, enhancing our understanding of cosmic history.

fromWashington Post

NASA launches night sky challenge to celebrate Hubble anniversary

NASA celebrates the Hubble Space Telescope's 35th anniversary by inviting public participation in a stargazing challenge.

The Hubble Night Sky Challenge encourages amateur astronomers to engage with astronomical phenomena.

Why Astronauts Might Need More Microbes on the International Space Station

The International Space Station's unique environment affects the evolution of microbes, impacting astronaut health and future long-term space travel.

Asteroid Risk Shifts, Measles Outbreak in Texas Grows, and Researchers Befriend Fish for Science

NASA reassures us about asteroid 2024 YR4's fluctuating impact probability, which has recently decreased to 1.5%.

The black hole Sagittarius A* is consistently active, emitting light flares and displaying dynamic behavior.

fromThe Verge

The Space Force shares a photo of Earth taken by the X-37B space plane

The X-37B successfully undertook aerobraking maneuvers in orbit to conserve fuel during its extended mission.

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America's Scientific Prestige Is Cracking Up

The Trump administration is hindering critical climate research in Antarctica through staff layoffs and reduced funding at the NSF.

Trump team orders huge government layoffs: how science could fare

The Trump administration's recent memo mandates layoffs in federal agencies, impacting science funding and workforce stability.

Stand Up for Science' Rallies Will Protest Trump Attacks on Research

Early-career researchers are organizing nationwide rallies to support science amidst attacks on federal scientists by the Trump administration.

America's Scientific Prestige Is Cracking Up

The Trump administration is hindering critical climate research in Antarctica through staff layoffs and reduced funding at the NSF.

Trump team orders huge government layoffs: how science could fare

The Trump administration's recent memo mandates layoffs in federal agencies, impacting science funding and workforce stability.

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Stand Up for Science' Rallies Will Protest Trump Attacks on Research

Early-career researchers are organizing nationwide rallies to support science amidst attacks on federal scientists by the Trump administration.

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How Would Aliens Know We're Here?

The potential for life on exoplanets in our galaxy is substantial, with billions of planets possibly capable of supporting life.

Our Galaxy's central black hole puts on a fireworks show

The James Webb Space Telescope observed that Sagittarius A*, the supermassive black hole at the galaxy's center, experiences continuous flares.

Scientists Turn James Webb to Examine Black Hole at Center of Our Galaxy and Saw Something Wild

The James Webb Space Telescope captured unprecedented flares from Sagittarius A*, our Milky Way's black hole, showing dynamic changes in brightness.

Celebrating the Gaia Mission and the Future of Milky Way Mapping

Gaia has significantly enhanced our understanding of the Milky Way and leaves an enduring scientific impact despite its mission ending.

How Would Aliens Know We're Here?

The potential for life on exoplanets in our galaxy is substantial, with billions of planets possibly capable of supporting life.

Our Galaxy's central black hole puts on a fireworks show

The James Webb Space Telescope observed that Sagittarius A*, the supermassive black hole at the galaxy's center, experiences continuous flares.

Scientists Turn James Webb to Examine Black Hole at Center of Our Galaxy and Saw Something Wild

The James Webb Space Telescope captured unprecedented flares from Sagittarius A*, our Milky Way's black hole, showing dynamic changes in brightness.

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Celebrating the Gaia Mission and the Future of Milky Way Mapping

Gaia has significantly enhanced our understanding of the Milky Way and leaves an enduring scientific impact despite its mission ending.

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First Metal Object 3D-Printed in Space Recovered on Earth

ESA scientists are studying the first metal object 3D printed in space, which could revolutionize off-world manufacturing efforts.

The experiment helps understand differences in manufacturing between Earth and zero-gravity environments.

Space station's lack of dirt may damage astronauts' health, says study

Excessive cleanliness on the ISS may harm astronauts' health due to lack of beneficial microbes.

First Metal Object 3D-Printed in Space Recovered on Earth

ESA scientists are studying the first metal object 3D printed in space, which could revolutionize off-world manufacturing efforts.

The experiment helps understand differences in manufacturing between Earth and zero-gravity environments.

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Space station's lack of dirt may damage astronauts' health, says study

Excessive cleanliness on the ISS may harm astronauts' health due to lack of beneficial microbes.

Beauty of Beaches on Mars Once Rivaled Those on Earth

Mars may have once harbored life due to its ancient oceans, as revealed by data from the Zhurong rover.

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New evidence suggests that Mars used to have an ocean and sandy beaches

Mars was once home to oceans and sandy beaches, as shown by underground imaging data.

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The red color of Mars might have an earlier, wetter origin

Mars' red hue likely comes from ferrihydrite formed in water, suggesting earlier rusting than previously believed.

Mars Rover Discovers What Appear to Be Ancient Beaches Where Waves Crashed From Martian Ocean

China's Zhurong Mars rover discovered ancient beach-like features on Mars, suggesting the planet once had large bodies of water.

Mars may once have had an ocean with sandy beaches, radar data suggests

Mars may have once harbored sandy beaches, indicating the presence of a large ancient ocean.

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Mars' polar ice cap is slowly pushing its north pole inward

Mars' gravitational changes indicate ice accumulation affects its interior dynamics, revealing complexities of its geology and heat distribution.

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Beauty of Beaches on Mars Once Rivaled Those on Earth

Mars may have once harbored life due to its ancient oceans, as revealed by data from the Zhurong rover.

fromEngadget

New evidence suggests that Mars used to have an ocean and sandy beaches

Mars was once home to oceans and sandy beaches, as shown by underground imaging data.

fromTheregister

The red color of Mars might have an earlier, wetter origin

Mars' red hue likely comes from ferrihydrite formed in water, suggesting earlier rusting than previously believed.

Mars Rover Discovers What Appear to Be Ancient Beaches Where Waves Crashed From Martian Ocean

China's Zhurong Mars rover discovered ancient beach-like features on Mars, suggesting the planet once had large bodies of water.

Mars may once have had an ocean with sandy beaches, radar data suggests

Mars may have once harbored sandy beaches, indicating the presence of a large ancient ocean.

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Mars' polar ice cap is slowly pushing its north pole inward

Mars' gravitational changes indicate ice accumulation affects its interior dynamics, revealing complexities of its geology and heat distribution.

Crucial Ocean-Current System Is Safe from Climate Collapsefor Now

AMOC is unlikely to collapse due to climate change, remaining stable until at least the end of the century.

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Extreme Heat May Cause Older People to Age Faster, New Study Finds

Extreme heat can accelerate aging in older adults by modifying DNA.

Living in hot neighborhoods correlates with faster biological aging.

RFK Jr's running mate claims chemicals are being sprayed into the air

Nicole Shanahan's claims about secret sky manipulation via geoengineering lack scientific support and practical evidence.

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Crucial Ocean-Current System Is Safe from Climate Collapsefor Now

AMOC is unlikely to collapse due to climate change, remaining stable until at least the end of the century.

fromwww.nytimes.com

Extreme Heat May Cause Older People to Age Faster, New Study Finds

Extreme heat can accelerate aging in older adults by modifying DNA.

Living in hot neighborhoods correlates with faster biological aging.

RFK Jr's running mate claims chemicals are being sprayed into the air

Nicole Shanahan's claims about secret sky manipulation via geoengineering lack scientific support and practical evidence.

DARPA wants 'large bio-mechanical structures' in space

DARPA is exploring the feasibility of growing large bio-mechanical structures in space for various applications.

Could Einstein's Abandoned Theory of Teleparallelism Rescue Modern Cosmology?

Dark matter and energy's mysteries may be addressed by revisiting Einstein's teleparallel gravity theory instead of introducing new concepts.

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Scientists crack the code for why locusts swarm DW 02/27/2025

A major locust swarm in 2020 caused $8.5 billion in crop damage across East Africa, threatening food security for millions.

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'Save the parasites' may not be a popular rallying cry - but it could be a vital one | Aeon Videos

The conservation of certain parasites could be vital, as many face extinction, highlighting their importance in ecosystems.

Early Humans Thrived in Rainforests

Homo sapiens evolved across Africa, not just in the East African savanna.

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Which Pests Shall Inherit The Earth? | Defector

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Early Humans Thrived in Rainforests

Homo sapiens evolved across Africa, not just in the East African savanna.

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Which Pests Shall Inherit The Earth? | Defector

Was "The Dress" White and Gold or Black and Blue? I've Been Thinking About It For 10 Years.

It was not a tranquil time.People argued with their friends about the very basics of reality.Spouses vehemently disagreed.Each and every person was on one side or the other side.

Daily briefing: Postdocs and PhD students hit hard by Trump's crackdown on science

High-calorie diets can alter brain activity related to appetite even without weight gain.

Early-career scientists face uncertainty due to funding cuts, prompting job searches outside of academia.

Ancient tracks in New Mexico may indicate early transport technology use.

Something Unexpected Is Spewing Stars Into the Milky Way

The Large Magellanic Cloud may host a supermassive black hole, challenging previously held beliefs about black holes in dwarf galaxies.

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1 year ago

Keeping Time on the Moon: A Relativistic Approach to Lunar Clocks | HackerNoon

Transformation between barycentric and Fermi normal coordinates aids in understanding gravitational influences at the Moon.

fromWIRED

Something Unexpected Is Spewing Stars Into the Milky Way

The Large Magellanic Cloud may host a supermassive black hole, challenging previously held beliefs about black holes in dwarf galaxies.

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1 year ago

Keeping Time on the Moon: A Relativistic Approach to Lunar Clocks | HackerNoon

Transformation between barycentric and Fermi normal coordinates aids in understanding gravitational influences at the Moon.

Reply to: Streamflow shifts with declining snowfall - Nature

The authors respond to a critique of their paper, clarifying findings and addressing concerns to strengthen their original conclusions.

A lightweight shape-memory alloy with superior temperature-fluctuation resistance - Nature

Metallic materials capable of significant elastic deformation without plasticity or fracture are essential for applications in extreme conditions and property modifications.

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A springtail-like jumping robot

Roboticists have developed a small robot inspired by springtails capable of walking and jumping, expanding the potential for microrobots.

Causal claims, causal assumptions and protected area impact - Nature

The authors represent a collaborative effort from various institutions focusing on environmental science.

The Human-Neanderthal Love-Story Mystery

Pandemic travel restrictions prompted significant findings about Neanderthal and Homo sapiens interactions, challenging previous perceptions about human evolution timelines.

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How mapping galaxies can teach us what the CMB can't

The Universe's early properties can be explored through both pristine and late-time signals.

Daily briefing: Where did COVID-19 come from? Evidence points to raccoon dogs

Raccoon dogs are key suspects in the origin of COVID-19, but other animal hosts may also be involved.

'Neuromimicry' offers a new approach to urban planning based on brain function.

Scientist claims most of us are BISEXUAL

Dr. Jason Hodgson suggests most individuals have bisexual tendencies, as sexuality exists on a spectrum rather than fixed categories.

3 months ago

The Scientific Literature Can't Save Us Now

Peer-reviewed research can support misleading claims, as shown by Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s citation of Anthony Mawson's work on vaccines and autism.

In war against DEI in science, researchers see collateral damage

Senate Republicans labeled thousands of NSF grants as 'woke DEI', inciting backlash among researchers concerned about their work's value and implications.

fromCornell Chronicle

Roundtable to consider 'Science Under Siege' | Cornell Chronicle

Discussion on challenges to research funding and support due to political changes.

Event fosters interdisciplinary dialogue among science and humanities scholars.

fromArs Technica

In war against DEI in science, researchers see collateral damage

Senate Republicans labeled thousands of NSF grants as 'woke DEI', inciting backlash among researchers concerned about their work's value and implications.

fromCornell Chronicle

Roundtable to consider 'Science Under Siege' | Cornell Chronicle

Discussion on challenges to research funding and support due to political changes.

Event fosters interdisciplinary dialogue among science and humanities scholars.

more#research-funding

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