UM holds international symposium on biomedical sciences

The 11th Macau Symposium on Biomedical Sciences (MSBS), organised by the Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS) of the University of Macau (UM) and co-organised by UMTEC Limited, kicked off today (20 June) at UM. The two-day symposium, themed ‘Scientific Impact’, features 35 presentations. It has brought together over 400 experts, researchers, and students in biomedical sciences from around the world to explore innovations and future developments in the field.

In his opening address, Yonghua Song, rector of UM, highlighted UM’s plan to establish a new campus in the Cooperation Zone in Hengqin, which will serve as an international education hub focusing on high technology, medical sciences, and related fields. This initiative aims to further promote the integration of industry and academia, thereby providing strong support for the development needs of the healthcare, high technology, as well as creative and design industries in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. Song also expressed hope that the symposium would bring together researchers from Macao and around the world to drive breakthroughs in biomedical sciences and foster cutting-edge research and industry-academia collaboration.

Chuxia Deng, dean of FHS, introduced the symposium programme, which includes 6 keynotes in the plenary session and 29 academic presentations across various thematic sessions. He added that leading experts from home and abroad would discuss cutting-edge research in areas such as tumour immunology and immunotherapy; genome biology; neuroscience; ageing and degenerative diseases; stem cells, gene and cell therapy; microbiology; biomaterials and nanomedicine.

During the plenary session, several world-renowned scientists presented their groundbreaking research in the fields of life sciences and medicine. Tang Ben-Zhong, academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and dean of the School of Science and Engineering at the Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen, introduced novel bioprobes capable of visualising biological structures and monitor bioprocesses in real time. Vojo Deretic, Distinguished Professor at the University of New Mexico, offered an in-depth analysis of membrane Atg8ylation and its manifestations. Huang He, Distinguished Professor at Zhejiang University, discussed a novel CAR-T cell therapy for haematological malignancies. Feng Xinhua, professor at Zhejiang University, talked about the paradox of TGF-β in cancer. Lu Xin, professor at the University of Oxford, shared her research on upper gastrointestinal cancers, with a focus on the link between infection and cellular plasticity. Burkhard Ludewig, professor at Kantonsspital St. Gallen in Switzerland, discussed how fibroblastic reticular cells control the activity and interaction of immune cells, providing a fresh perspective on immune system research.

In the thematic sessions, experts from around the world give presentations on topics such as RNA targeting and intervention, pathogenesis and early diagnosis of neurodegenerative diseases, organ regeneration and in vitro embryo culture, AI-driven mRNA therapies, macrophages and the tumour immune microenvironment, presenting the latest advancements in different areas. In addition, the symposium includes a poster session, where over 140 posters are displayed. The awards committee will select outstanding posters for awards.

Guests attending the opening ceremony included: Chan Chou Weng, deputy director of the Economic and Technological Development Bureau of the Macao SAR government; Cheang Kun Wai, member of the Administrative Committee of the Science and Technology Development Fund; Xie Xuebin, deputy director of Kiang Wu Hospital; Tam Kwong Hang, vice president of the Macau University of Science and Technology; Chao Chong Hang, secretary-general of the Talents Development Committee; Lei Chi Ieong, head of the Department of Registration of the Pharmaceutical Administration Bureau; Hoi Chi Kei, acting head of the Division of Tertiary Educational Cooperation and Exchange of the Education and Youth Development Bureau; Chang Siau Wei, representative of the Health Bureau; Michael Ching, director of operations (Macao) of Dr. Stanley Ho Medical Development Foundation; Kenrick Fok, research director of Dr. Stanley Ho Medical Development Foundation; Lam Oi Ching, associate dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences and Sports at Macao Polytechnic University. The following UM representatives also attended the ceremony: Tou Kei San, member of the University Council; Ge Wei and Xu Jian, vice rectors; Xu Cheng-Zhong, dean of the Faculty of Science and Technology; Chen Xin, director of the Institute of Chinese Medical Sciences; Katrine Wong, director of the Centre for Teaching and Learning Enhancement; Paul Pang, dean of students; Katrina Cheong, director of the Communications Office; and Phoebe Cheang, director of the Office of Health, Safety and Environmental Affairs.

The Macau Symposium on Biomedical Sciences, which was first held in 2014, is in its 11th edition this year. The symposium provides a platform for experts and scholars in biomedical sciences from around the world to engage in academic and research exchanges, enhance research collaboration, and promote innovation and development in the field.

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Student and faculty of UM Honours College join study trip to Sichuan

At the invitation and with the support of the Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of the State Council and Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in the Macao SAR, a delegation of students and faculty members from the Honours College of the University of Macau (UM) joined a study trip to Sichuan from 26 to 30 May. The five-day trip aimed to enhance their understanding of Sichuan’s development and culture.

The delegation consisted of Victoria Lei Lai Cheng, representative of the dean of the UM Honours College; Chu Zhiwen, representative of the Education and Youth Affairs Department of the Liaison Office; and 17 students. During the trip, the delegation met with officials from the Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of the People’s Government of Sichuan Province and gained a deeper insight into Sichuan’s historical and cultural heritage, as well as its development plans. They also visited Sichuan University, where they learned about the noble spirit of revolutionary martyrs at the Sister Jiang Memorial Hall and took part in an exchange activity with the students from the university. In addition, the delegation visited the West China Institutes for Women and Children’s Health at the West China Second University Hospital of Sichuan University, where they learned about the latest advances in medical research.

The exchange trip broadened the students’ horizons and enabled them to foster friendships with their counterparts in other places. It also enriched their experiences through academic exploration, cultural visits, and exchange activities.

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UM Confucius Institute offers business Mandarin and etiquette course

To support the integrated development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, the Confucius Institute at the University of Macau (UM), at the invitation of MGM Macau, offered a training course on business Mandarin and etiquette to MGM staff in April. The course aimed to improve employees’ communication skills in Mandarin and their professional etiquette.

The four-week course, designed independently by the UM Confucius Institute, was taught by visiting instructors Ma Yue, Li Haoxuan, and Xie Yining. It covered six topics tailored to the needs of integrated resorts in Macao, with a focus on business settings. Adopting a ‘language + culture’ learning approach, the course enabled participants from departments such as hospitality, sales, and information technology to practise their skills in business banquet, public relations, and contract negotiation scenarios. The instructors provided real-time feedback on participants’ language, as well as their professional etiquette and cultural awareness.

During the course, Ma explained the communication styles and etiquette on mainland social media platforms, including the use of emojis and festival greetings. Li led a session on ‘how to exchange greetings with mainland customers’ and held an interactive Q&A session to address the challenges participants had encountered. Xie incorporated geographical, social, and historical factors to help participants gain a deeper understanding of the mainland mindset. In the final session, ‘mock business negotiation’, participants worked in groups to role-play different scenarios. Their fluency in Mandarin and effective use of body language demonstrated the progress they had made.

One participant shared that they had often misunderstood customers from mainland China due to differences in intonation. They noted that the course helped them better understand the linguistic and cultural differences between southern and northern China, and they believed this will improve their communication with customers in the future. Another participant said that the instructors at the Confucius Institute were approachable, which made the class engaging and enjoyable.

Since its establishment in 2018, the Confucius Institute at UM has been committed to serving as an international platform for Chinese language education, with a focus on Portuguese-speaking countries. Leveraging Macao’s unique geographical location and rich cultural resources, the institute promotes Chinese language and culture education, provides teacher training, facilitates academic research and exchanges, develops online teaching resources, and fosters international academic and educational cooperation that bridges different languages and cultures. Each semester, the institute offers six levels of Mandarin courses for non-native speakers of Chinese: Elementary I, Elementary II, Intermediate I, Intermediate II, Pre-advanced, and Advanced.

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UM research team develops pioneering biomimetic nanoantibiotics for treating bacterial pneumonia

A research team led by Zhao Qi, associate professor in the Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Macau (UM), has made a revolutionary breakthrough in the treatment of bacterial pneumonia. The team has developed pioneering biomimetic nanoantibiotics (BioNanoCFPs) that can penetrate the mucus barrier in the lungs for precise drug delivery to the infection site and enable real-time tracking. This innovation opens new avenues for treating antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections. The research has been published in the prestigious journal ACS Nano and covered by academic media platforms such as iNature and Nano Frontiers.

Pneumonia is one of the top ten causes of death worldwide, claiming over 2.5 million lives each year. Bacterial pneumonia, in particular, poses a significant challenge due to its high complication rate and increasing mortality rate. Although antibiotics remain the primary treatment for bacterial infections, their efficacy is often limited by the complex physiological barriers in the human body. The increased production of mucus in the bronchi and lungs forms a dense layer that obstructs drug penetration and accelerates drug clearance. This leads to an insufficient drug concentration at the infection site, which in turn promotes antibiotic resistance. Only about 2% of traditional intravenous antibiotics can reach the infection site, while the rest are metabolised and lost in the systemic circulation. This not only reduces treatment efficacy but also increases the risk of liver and kidney toxicity. Overcoming the mucus barrier to enable targeted drug delivery is a critical challenge in modern anti-inflammatory therapy.

Inspired by the innate immune system, the UM research team focused on the distinctive functions of natural killer (NK) cells. These immune cells are rich in Toll-like receptors (TLRs) on their surface, which enable them to recognise pathogen-associated molecular patterns within bacteria and penetrate biological barriers to reach the infection site. The team pioneered the technology for NK cell membrane-mediated drug delivery, and developed BioNanoCFPs by encapsulating cefoperazone (CFP) and indacenodithieno[3,2-b]thiophene (ITIC) in nanoparticles coated with NK cell membranes. These nanoplatforms have three key functions: (1) Smart navigation: TLRs and adhesion molecules on NK cell membranes are retained to enable the carriers to lock onto infection signals like natural immune cells, penetrate the mucus layer, and reach Klebsiella pneumoniae clusters; (2) Real-time tracking: fluorescence labelling of ITIC facilitates the visualisation of the targeting and treatment processes through imaging, thus optimising dosing; (3) Targeted release: the acidic microenvironment at bacterial colonisation sites triggers the release of CFP from the carriers, which significantly increases the local drug concentration compared to traditional drug delivery methods, achieving a potent antibacterial effect while avoiding systemic toxicity.

In mouse models of severe pneumonia, a single dose of BioNanoCFPs demonstrated remarkable efficacy, significantly reducing the bacterial load in the lungs compared to traditional treatments and showing no signs of recurrence. No damage to major organs was observed, and blood biochemical indicators remained normal, confirming the low toxicity of the treatment. The breakthrough lies in its combination of biomimetic and smart functions. It not only retains the antigens and surface structures of the original cells but also endows the nanoplatforms with several biological functions, including specific ligand recognition, targeted disease treatment, and the ability to penetrate biological barriers. With demonstrated efficacy against bacterial pneumonia, BioNanoCFPs hold enormous potential for future clinical applications.

The corresponding authors of the study are Prof Zhao; Gong Ping and Zhang Pengfei, researchers at the Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences; and Cheng Zhen, researcher at the Shanghai Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Sciences. The first author is Wang Yue, a doctoral graduate of the Faculty of Health Sciences at UM. The research was funded by the Science and Technology Development Fund of the Macao SAR (File No.: 0009/2023/RIC and 0043/2021/A1), and UM (File No.: MYRG2022-00143-FHS and MYRG-GRG2023-00158-FHS-UMDF). The full version of the research article is available at: https://pubs.acs.org/doi/full/10.1021/acsnano.4c10837.

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UM students win third place in national English debating competition

The English Debating Team of the University of Macau (UM) won third place in the national finals of the 27th ‘FLTRP · ETIC Cup’ National English Debating Competition, showcasing remarkable talent and skill. The competition attracted over 10,000 teams from nearly 500 higher education institutions across China.

UM entered two teams into the competition: the first team included Wang Sizhe and Zhang Kai from the Faculty of Social Sciences, and the second team included Zhu Shuairong from the Faculty of Business Administration and Wang Xirui from the Faculty of Arts and Humanities. In the preliminary stage, both teams delivered exceptional performances across eight rounds of intense debate. Wang Sizhe and Zhang Kai came first and won the Best Debater Awards, while Zhu Shuairong and Wang Xirui came 17th. According to the rules, only one team from each institution could advance to the national finals, and Wang Sizhe and Zhang Kai were chosen to represent UM.

The national finals, held in Beijing on 9 June, brought together 32 of the country’s top university debating teams. With their exceptional English language skills, keen critical thinking skills, and excellent teamwork, the UM team defeated teams from Nanjing Normal University, Renmin University of China, Nanchang University, Sichuan Normal University, and Chengdu University of Technology. Their strong performance earned them a place in the semi-finals, where they ultimately secured a third place.

This achievement highlights UM’s commitment to enhancing students’ global competence and cross-cultural communication skills. The university will continue to provide opportunities for students to hone their critical thinking skills and develop a global outlook.

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UM organises BOC STEM Talent Challenge

The 2024 BOC STEM Talent Challenge, organised by the Centre for Science and Engineering Promotion and the Alumni and Development Office of the University of Macau (UM) and supported by Macao Science Center, held its award ceremony on 3 June. The competition attracted over 250 students and teachers from 15 local schools. A team from Choi Nong Chi Tai School was awarded the first prize for their project on an integrated solar photovoltaic and thermal energy high-efficiency power generation scheme based on the BeiDou Navigation Satellite.

The competition was supported by BOC Macau for the fourth consecutive year. This year’s competition focused on BeiDou Navigation Satellite System technology, with the aim of promoting national scientific and technological advancement, deepening students’ understanding of the country’s development in aerospace technology, and enhancing their sense of national identity. Participants were tasked with using the BeiDou Navigation Satellite System to develop creative and original technological solutions for smart services or products that meet the needs of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Macao.

The selection committee selected 65 entries for the second round of the competition based on their theme, use of technology, innovation, scientific rigour, and practicality. After a rigorous selection process, 1 first prize, 1 second prize, and 8 third prizes were awarded to the most outstanding projects. An exhibition of the winning projects was also held at the event venue, where students could showcase their learning outcomes and present their innovations to guests. In addition, the event featured the launch of the ‘BOC STEM Talent Challenge Portfolio 2021-2023’, which showcases 30 winning projects from previous editions of the competition and highlights students’ innovation and research capabilities.

Several UM representatives attended the award ceremony and presented awards. They were Rui Martins, vice rector; Tam Kam Weng, director of the Centre for Science and Engineering Promotion; and Cindy Lam, director of the Alumni and Development Office.

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UM ranks among top 0.1% worldwide in three ESI research fields

According to the latest data from Essential Science Indicators (ESI), a leading global benchmark for academic quality, the University of Macau (UM) now ranks among the top 0.1% worldwide in engineering, computer science, and pharmacology & toxicology, up from its previous position in the top 1%. This achievement highlights the world-class status of these three research fields at UM.

ESI is an important indicator commonly used to evaluate the academic quality and influence of universities and research institutes. It is also one of the globally-recognised and important references for evaluating an institution’s academic development. The ESI database ranks institutions based on the citation frequency of their papers and includes only the top 1% most cited papers over the past 10 years. Currently, UM is included in the ESI database for 15 research fields, with engineering, computer science, and pharmacology & toxicology ranked in the top 0.1% worldwide.

UM attributes this achievement to its focused research strategy, which emphasises key technological areas and has produced outstanding results in industry-academia collaboration. In particular, UM has been committed to academic research and technological innovation in engineering. Through years of effort, the university has established a leading position in cutting-edge fields such as microelectronics, artificial intelligence, robotics, data science, intelligent manufacturing, green and low-carbon development, new energy, and new materials. This showcases its exceptional research capabilities and growing international influence. In the field of microelectronics, the State Key Laboratory of Analog and Mixed-Signal VLSI at UM has made significant achievements in core technologies such as data conversion, power management, wireless communications, and voice signal processing. Notably, UM ranked first among Chinese universities in terms of the number of papers accepted at the prestigious IEEE International Solid-State Circuits Conference in both 2023 and 2024.

In the field of computer science, UM has also made remarkable progress in recent years. In addition to rising to the top 0.1% in ESI, UM is ranked 101st in the 2024-2025 US News & World Report Best Global Universities Rankings for computer science. With the support of the State Key Laboratory of Internet of Things for Smart City and the Institute of Collaborative Innovation, the university has achieved breakthroughs and innovations in critical areas such as artificial intelligence, big data, and computing systems. UM is committed to advancing technologies for large-scale data processing and intelligent simulation, developing algorithms for large multimodal models, and designing efficient and reliable computing architectures. The university has not only published numerous papers in top-tier international journals and conferences, but has also successfully translated its research results into practical solutions.

In the field of pharmacology & toxicology, UM actively integrates immunology, neuroscience, synthetic biology, materials science, and artificial intelligence to drive innovative advancements in Chinese medicine research. Through the Institute of Chinese Medical Sciences and the State Key Laboratory of Quality Research in Chinese Medicine, the university has established several prominent pharmaceutical research platforms. A notable example is the UM Centre for Pharmaceutical Regulatory Sciences, which is recognised by the Pharmaceutical Administration Bureau of the Macao SAR government to conduct third-party technical assessments for the registration of proprietary Chinese medicines. The centre is also the first research platform in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area dedicated to regulatory science and international drug registration strategies. The UM Macao Centre for Testing of Chinese Medicine also plays a key role in the field, offering a wide range of testing services, 118 of which are accredited by the China National Accreditation Service for Conformity Assessment (CNAS). In addition, UM is ranked 33rd in the 2024-2025 US News & World Report Best Global Universities Rankings for pharmacology and toxicology, the highest ranking among universities in Hong Kong and Macao. The university’s rise to the top 0.1% in ESI further highlights its strength as a leading platform for pharmaceutical science research.

Currently, UM is included in the ESI database for 15 research fields. Among these, engineering, computer science, and pharmacology & toxicology are ranked in the top 0.1%. The other fields ranked in the top 1% are: social sciences, general; materials science; psychiatry/psychology; clinical medicine; chemistry; agricultural sciences; biology & biochemistry; environment/ecology; molecular biology & genetics; economics & business; geosciences; and mathematics.

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UM confers honorary doctorate on Academician Gong Qihuang

The University of Macau (UM) held the Ceremony for the Conferment of Honorary Degree 2025 today (15 June) to confer an honorary doctorate on Academician Gong Qihuang, president of Peking University and a world-renowned expert in optics, in recognition of his remarkable academic achievements and significant contributions to society.

Sam Hou Fai, chief executive of the Macao SAR and chancellor of UM, officiated at the ceremony and conferred a Doctor of Science honoris causa on Gong in the company of Lam Kam Seng Peter, chair of the University Council of UM, and Yonghua Song, rector of UM. The ceremony was also attended by O Lam, secretary for social affairs and culture; government officials; members of the University Assembly and the University Council of UM; senate members of UM; and prominent members of the community.

In his speech, Song praised Gong as a ‘light-chaser’ in the world of science, highlighting his leadership in achieving breakthroughs in key nanophotonic technologies and advancing the country’s self-reliance and progress in science and technology. He also called Gong a ‘dream-builder’ in higher education innovation, recognising his efforts to promote interdisciplinary research and talent cultivation, as well as his ability to excel in his dual role as both a scientist and an educator. With Gong’s strong support, UM and Peking University signed a strategic cooperation framework agreement in 2023, launching substantive and effective cooperation across various fields. These efforts have contributed to the development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area as an international hub for innovation, technology, and talent. UM will continue to join hands with Peking University to strengthen collaboration in education and research and enhance talent development and research innovation. The university will also capitalise on Macao’s unique role as a bridge between China and the international community to explore models of international cooperation in higher education.

Xu Cheng-Zhong, dean of the Faculty of Science and Technology at UM, delivered a citation for Gong. He described Gong as a world-renowned expert in optics and leader in higher education. Over the course of more than four decades at Peking University, Gong has remained steadfast in his dedication to advancing education and research in his home country, China. His groundbreaking work in nonlinear optics and spatiotemporal small-scale optics research has resulted in significant innovations in physical properties, new effects, and applications, elevating Peking University’s optics research to global prominence. As a leader in higher education administration, Gong has prioritised the cultivation of top-tier innovative talent, faculty development, and scientific research, establishing Peking University as a world-class university.

In his speech, Academician Gong expressed gratitude to UM for conferring on him the honorary doctorate, which he described as a testament to the friendship between Peking University and UM. He pledged to continue serving as an ambassador for cooperation between mainland China and Macao. Gong praised UM’s international education model and holistic education system, which have nurtured numerous outstanding graduates. He also highlighted the long-standing and close partnership between UM and Peking University, which has yielded remarkable achievements in areas such as Basic Law studies, residential college development, and research innovation. In particular, the strategic cooperation framework agreement signed by the two universities in 2023, and the Digital Intelligence International Development Education Alliance established thereunder, have further enhanced the global influence of Chinese universities. Gong expressed hope that the two universities will leverage Macao’s unique role as a cultural bridge between China and the West to promote academic exchange between mainland China and Macao and education opening-up, pool resources from around the world, contribute to the development of the Greater Bay Area, and build China into a leading country in education.

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Residential colleges of UM and universities in Guangdong and Hong Kong jointly organise study tour

Choi Kai Yau College (CKYC) of the University of Macau (UM), Chung Chi College of the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK), and Muse College of the Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen (CUHK-Shenzhen) jointly organised the 2025 FC Lo Greater Bay Area Study Tour. Nearly 70 students and faculty members from the three universities were selected to participate in the 11-day tour to conduct regional surveys and field visits. Through industry-academia integration activities, cultural visits, and academic discussions, the study tour aimed to help students understand national development strategies and contribute to the high-quality development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.

The opening ceremony for the study tour took place at CUHK on 27 May. Janny Leung, college master of CKYC at UM; Kwan Mei Po, head of Chung Chi College at CUHK; and Chen Yongqin, college master of Muse College at CUHK-Shenzhen, delivered welcome addresses at the ceremony. They emphasised that whole-person education is central to residential college system, with community engagement and field studies serving as important components of experiential learning outside the classroom. They also expressed hope that the students would broaden their horizons and develop a stronger sense of national identity through the study tour.

The study tour programme, now in its third year, is sponsored by Lo Foo Cheung, founder and chairman of FC Packaging Holding Limited.

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UM students join study mission to Las Vegas

The Department of Integrated Resort and Tourism Management and the Institute for the Study of Commercial Gaming (ISCG) in the Faculty of Business Administration at the University of Macau (UM) organised a study mission to Las Vegas, US, from 20 to 28 May. The study mission aimed to provide students with an immersive learning experience in gaming, integrated resort and tourism management, and inspire them to develop innovative ideas for the development of ‘tourism + sports’ in Macao.

The delegation consisted of 31 students and was led by Miao Li, head of the Department of Integrated Resort and Tourism Management; Huang Huiling, assistant professor in the Department of Integrated Resort and Tourism Management; and Davis Fong, director of ISCG. During the study mission, the students visited several sports complexes in Las Vegas, as well as integrated resorts operated by MGM Resorts International and Wynn Las Vegas. Senior executives of the integrated resorts also hosted sharing sessions, providing the students with valuable industry insights. The visits enabled the students to gain a better understanding of how large-scale sports events can boost tourism development, as well as the operation, event management, facility management, logistics and maintenance of the establishments.

The study mission was supported by the University of Macau Development Foundation, MGM, and Wynn Macau.

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