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HKUST and CalmCar Establish the Physical AI Innovation Center, Ushering in a New Era of Physical Intelligence

HKUST and Suzhou Calmcar Electronics Technology Co., Limited (CalmCar) officially signed a strategic agreement to jointly establish the Physical AI Innovation Center. The Center is dedicated to advancing full-stack physical AI technologies, addressing fundamental bottlenecks in current AI, including an insufficient understanding of the laws of the physical world, limited reasoning capabilities, and a lack of reliable support for action and decision-making.

The Center will build a new-generation physical AI technology foundation capable of understanding, predicting, reasoning, and decision-making, supporting strategic industries such as autonomous driving, robotics, and smart manufacturing, while helping position Hong Kong as a key strategic hub for national physical AI innovation.

The unveiling ceremony brought together government leaders, leading academics, industry executives, and investment professionals. Representatives from HKUST and CalmCar’s founding team jointly unveiled the Center. Distinguished guests, including Mr. Duncan CHIU, Legislative Council Member (Technology & Innovation) of Hong Kong, and Mr. CHEN Xu, Executive Deputy Director of the Guangzhou Greater Bay Area Office, witnessed the launch of the initiative.

How will "Physical Intelligence" reshape the future of smart manufacturing? Learn more: https://t.co/cwANKzxe0p

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Bridging Ideas for the Future of Education

It was wonderful to welcome Yungu School from Hangzhou to HKUST on 29 May for conversations on education, innovation, and preparing students for a fast-changing world.

From Yungu School, the delegation included Mr. Leo GONG, Principal of the Secondary School, Ms. Susan SUN, Deputy Principal of the Secondary School, and Mr. Wei WANG, Director of Global Affairs. They joined HKUST Associate Provost (Teaching & Learning) Prof. Jimmy FUNG and colleagues from the Undergraduate Recruitment and Admissions Office to learn more about our interdisciplinary approach to learning, global opportunities, and vibrant campus life.

The guests also visited the IDT Lab, where they explored how technology, creativity, and hands-on learning come together at HKUST to inspire next-gen innovators. The visit wrapped up with a campus tour and lively exchanges on student development in the age of AI.

We look forward to more exchanges and connections ahead!

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HKUST Unicorn Day Brings Together Global Innovation and Entrepreneurship Leaders

HKUST has successfully hosted its annual "Unicorn Day," one of Hong Kong's flagship innovation and entrepreneurship events. The event brought together over 1,800 participants, including students, faculty, and alumni, as well as international and local government representatives, industry partners, investors, innovation and technology entrepreneurs, and researchers. Participants exchanged insights on strategies to strengthen collaboration across the innovation ecosystem, foster cross-disciplinary partnerships, and accelerate the translation of research outcomes into real-world impact.

The event was officiated by Prof. SUN Dong, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry of the HKSAR Government, alongside consuls-generals and senior officials from countries including Australia, Chile, France, Hungary, India, Japan, Malaysia, the Netherlands, Vietnam, and the United Arab Emirates. They were joined by Prof. Nancy IP, HKUST President; Prof. Lionel NI, HKUST (Guangzhou) President; and Prof. Tim CHENG, HKUST Vice-President for Research and Development; in touring over 100 HKUST-nurtured startups, showcasing innovations and applications spanning areas such as healthcare, electronics, and artificial intelligence systems, as well as new materials, green energy, and sustainability.

Curious about the exciting research breakthroughs featured at "Unicorn Day"? Learn more: https://t.co/4CXd6muUgY

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HKUST and CICC Co-host 2026 Hong Kong Innovation Forum

Co-hosted by HKUST and China International Capital Corporation (CICC), the 2026 Hong Kong Innovation Forum has concluded successfully on 28 May. Centered on "Building a Global Innovation Ecosystem," the Forum explored the development of artificial intelligence (AI) and innovation and technology (I&T) industries. It brought together prominent experts from Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland to engage in comprehensive discussions on the global innovation landscape, Hong Kong's development as an international I&T hub, the integration and synergy between industry and financial capital in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA), technology ethics, and smart society governance. The event attracted approximately 400 participants from government departments, academia, industry, and investment community.

During the opening ceremony, Mr. Paul CHAN, Financial Secretary of the HKSAR Government; Prof. Harry SHUM, HKUST Council Chairman; and Mr. CHEN Liang, Chairman of CICC, delivered speeches. Concurrently, the HKUST R and D Corporation Limited and CICC signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The two parties will further deepen the integration of academic research resources, innovative capital, and industrial ecosystems, aiming to inject fresh collaborative momentum into Hong Kong’s development as an international I&T center. Other distinguished guests included Ms. Lillian CHEONG Man-Lei, Under Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry of the HKSAR Government.

Discover the cutting-edge technological insights shared by the experts at the Forum. Learn more:
https://t.co/j1GWgqxYnQ

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HKUST Appointed Prof. King LI as the Founding Dean of School of Medicine

HKUST announced the appointment of internationally renowned physician-scientist Prof. LI King-Chuen as the Founding Dean of its School of Medicine, effective June 1, 2026.

Following a rigorous global search, Prof. Li was selected for his exceptional track record in academic leadership, medical education, and biomedical innovation, as well as his unique experience in founding a new medical school.

Prof. Li previously served as Founding Dean of the Carle Illinois College of Medicine at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) from 2016 to 2021—one of the world’s pioneering engineering-based medical schools.

The appointment comes at a pivotal moment as HKUST advances its plans to establish a new School of Medicine. The School will offer a four-year graduate-entry MBBS programme, with its inaugural cohort expected to commence in the 2028/29 academic year.

HKUST Council Chairman Prof. Harry SHUM and President Prof. Nancy IP welcomed Prof. Li’s appointment as the Founding Dean of the School of Medicine, highlighting his proven expertise and experience, rare combination of founding dean experience, academic excellence, and forward-looking vision for technology-driven medical education as central to building a medical school that is globally competitive, locally relevant, and impactful for Hong Kong and the wider region.

President Ip continued, “I also extend our sincere appreciation to the Search Committee, chaired by Ms. Edith SHIH, Vice-Chairperson of the Council, and its members including Prof. FOK Tai-fai and Prof. Raymond LIANG for their dedication and diligence in completing this important international recruitment process.”

Prof. King Li, Founding Dean of the School of Medicine, said, “I am deeply honoured to be appointed as the Founding Dean of HKUST’s new School of Medicine. Returning to Hong Kong—where my roots are—to take on this role at HKUST and having the chance to give back through the place I grew up, is deeply meaningful to me."

Read the full story of Prof. Li's appointment:
https://t.co/8zFm3gQna1

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Final Call: HKUST Unicorn Day 2026 is almost here!

One of Hong Kong’s biggest annual innovation and entrepreneurship events is returning on 2 June, bringing together more than 160 start-ups, investors, corporate leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators for a full day dedicated to transforming breakthrough research into real-world impact.

What to expect at #HKUSTUnicornDay:
🔹130+ DeepTech showcases
🔹30+ Start-up marketplace exhibitors
🔹70+ investment pitches
🔹7 international launchpads
🔹Endless opportunities to connect with founders, investors, corporates, and emerging talent

Whether you are scouting the next unicorn, exploring collaboration opportunities, or simply curious about the future of innovation, this is where the ecosystem comes together.

Seats are filling fast! Register now:
https://t.co/9BvI7TF7b1

Explore the program and speaker line-up:
https://t.co/QX1h0YHq9w

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✨ A journey shaped by curiosity, teaching, and discovery

Every student’s learning journey begins with a spark.

Through the Common Core Program, that spark is nurtured by interdisciplinary study and experiential learning, helping students broaden their horizons, cultivate curiosity, spark creativity, and develop a lifelong passion for learning.

Behind this journey are two essential forces: instructors who open new ways of thinking, and students who carry that inspiration forward through dedicated learning and meaningful achievements.

This year, the 2025 Common Core Awards Presentation Ceremony brought these two forces together for the first time, combining the Teaching Excellence Award and the Student Recognition Award in one shared celebration.

The ceremony recognized instructors for their outstanding contributions to exemplary Common Core courses and acknowledged students for their exceptional achievements in Common Core studies.

Congratulations to this year’s awardees:
🏆 Teaching Excellence Award
Prof. Andrew HORNER

🌟 Honorary Mention
Prof. Hnin Yin Yin NYEIN

🎓 Student Recognition Award
Siu Man Angela CHAN, Man Ching Cheung, Ami KIM, Chak Hin LAM, Ming Kit SIU, Cheuk Hei WONG, and Tiansheng YE

Through the inspiring work of our instructors and the active engagement of our students, our academic community continues to grow stronger, with lifelong learning and excellence at its core.

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Engineering is entering a new AI-driven era, and HKUST is bringing together global experts to explore the breakthroughs shaping its future!

In collaboration with MDPI China, HKUST will host the AI for Engineering International Conference to advance the integration of AI with engineering disciplines and foster global academic exchange.

Chaired by Prof. Yike Guo, Provost of HKUST and Director of the Hong Kong Generative AI Research and Development Center (HKGAI), the conference will convene leading researchers, industry experts and innovators from around the world, exploring how AI is driving breakthroughs in areas including #healthcare, #manufacturing, #logistics, #MaterialScience, and #climateengineering.

📅 12–14 June 2026
📍 Lo Ka Chung Building, Lee Shau Kee Campus, HKUST

Register now: https://t.co/may7KAaqJ3

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Shaping the Future of Medical Education Beyond Hong Kong

As HKUST advances the development of Hong Kong’s third medical school, the University continues to strengthen global dialogue and collaboration in healthcare education and innovation.

At an information event held in Singapore on 29 April, HKUST’s newly established School of Medicine (SMED) brought together medical professionals, academics, and industry leaders for an exchange on the future of medical education and healthcare innovation.

Our leadership team, Prof. Yung Hou WONG, Dean of Science, and Prof. Russell Lindsay GRUEN, Associate Provost (Health and Medical Sciences), presented the University’s vision and strategic plans for SMED. The new four-year, graduate-entry MBBS program will integrate clinical excellence with #AI, #DataScience, and #bioengineering to shape a new generation of future-ready doctors.

The event also marked another step in strengthening HKUST’s international partnerships and engagement with the global healthcare community.

HKUST extends sincere thanks to Ms. Elsa HUNG, Director of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Singapore (HKETOSIN), and her team for their warm welcome and support in making the event a success.

As the University continues to advance its vision for medical education, HKUST looks forward to deepening global engagement and contributing to the future of healthcare innovation both in Hong Kong and beyond.

Stay tuned for more updates!

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🎉 HKUST Community Celebrates Shenzhou-23 Launch! 🚀

HKUST students, faculty, and staff gathered on campus to watch the live broadcast of the successful launch of the Shenzhou-23 crewed spacecraft. From the moment the rocket lifted off, the whole campus erupted with cheers and applause—making it an unforgettable and deeply proud occasion for everyone.

This mission marks a milestone for Hong Kong’s participation in the national space program, including the first time a Hong Kong payload specialist has joined the national mission. We are excited to see Hong Kong’s talent taking part in this historic step forward in space exploration.

👏 Proud to Support Space Research
Over the years, HKUST research teams have been actively and deeply involved in national space missions, including the development of the MUSICO project— the world’s first lightweight, high-precision synergistic observatory for carbon dioxide and methane emission point sources.

We are especially proud of the expertise and dedication of HKUST researchers and faculty, who helped bring this work closer to real-world space applications.

🌍Looking Ahead
With the payload now in orbit and preparing for further on-orbit operations at China’s Tiangong space station, HKUST will continue working closely with relevant teams to help ensure smooth operations and maximum performance—contributing to national goals for sustainability and carbon reduction.

📣 Congratulations to everyone involved, and a huge shout-out to our community for celebrating this extraordinary moment together!

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HKUST Congratulates First Hong Kong Payload Specialist Selected for Shenzhou‑23 Crew

The China Manned Space Agency announced the crew of the Shenzhou-23 mission, which includes Dr. LAI Ka-Ying, a payload specialist from the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR). Dr. Lai will embark on a mission aboard the Tiangong Space Station. HKUST extends its warmest congratulations and expresses profound pride and excitement at this historic moment.

Prof. Nancy IP, President of HKUST, said: "Dr. Lai Ka-Ying becoming the first Hong Kong payload specialist is not only a historic moment for Hong Kong, but also a powerful testament to the nation's immense trust and deep affection for Hong Kong's young people and scientific talent. The nation's remarkable achievements in space exploration fill Hong Kong people with pride, and it is a great honour for Hong Kong to be able to participate. We are deeply grateful to the nation for its support of the HKSAR. The entire HKUST community wishes Dr. Lai and the team every success and a safe return."

President Ip noted that Hong Kong has long been an active participant in national space endeavors, contributing systems, instruments and technical support for lunar and Mars exploration missions, as well as conducting spaceborne experiments. HKUST's MUSICO project — the only higher-education payload from Hong Kong selected for this round of the Tiangong Space Station program — is a shining example of how Hong Kong's research strength is deeply embedded in the national space development efforts.

The "MUSICO" (Multi‑Spectral Imaging Carbon Observatory) — the world's first lightweight, high-resolution, high-precision synergistic carbon dioxide and methane point-source detector — was successfully launched aboard the Tianzhou-10 cargo spacecraft earlier this month and has now arrived at the Tiangong Space Station. It is the first scientific payload from Hong Kong to be deployed on the Tiangong Space Station, marking a historic breakthrough in the city's high-end aerospace instrument development.

🚀Click to explore how HKUST is contributing to the nation’s new breakthroughs in space exploration: https://t.co/qOvp5aKOzT

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🎵 Erhu + Jazz + Lasers… what does the future of music sound like?

At HKUST’s Shaw Auditorium, internationally renowned erhu virtuoso Guo Gan brought audiences on a breathtaking East-meets-West musical journey. Joined by nine international musicians, he blended the erhu with jazz, rock, tango, Turkish, Arabic, Mongolian, and classical influences, creating a vibrant fusion of cultures and sounds.

Combined with electronic and laser elements, the performance showcased how tradition and technology can converge to create entirely new artistic experiences. Drawing on his philosophy that “all rivers run into the sea,” Master Guo reimagined the erhu as a bridge between cultures, generations, and musical traditions.

As the first Chinese traditional musician to be awarded the French Order of Arts and Letters (Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres), Master Guo was appointed as Adjunct Professor, Visiting Professor, and Artist-in-Residence at the HKUST School of Humanities and Social Science in 2025. He believes HKUST is the ideal platform to explore new possibilities between music, culture, and technology, while advancing Hong Kong’s role as a global hub for cultural exchange.

👉 Watch the full interview and discover how tradition and innovation are opening new horizons for music!

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HKUST Establishes Biodiversity and Nature-Based Solutions Hub to Drive Education, Research, Innovation, and the New Biodiversity Core Curriculum

HKUST has established the Biodiversity and Nature-Based Solutions Hub under the Division of Environment and Sustainability (ENVR) of the Academy of Interdisciplinary Studies (AIS) to advance biodiversity education, research, innovation and public engagement, alongside the efforts of its My Climate Risk Hub.

The establishment of the Hub marks a significant milestone in promoting biodiversity education and nature-based solutions (NbS) in Hong Kong. As part of this initiative, HKUST is developing a new biodiversity core curriculum, scheduled for launch in 2027. The curriculum is designed to equip all students with an understanding of Hong Kong’s biodiversity, conservation priorities, and the role of NbS in fostering a more resilient and sustainable city. This underscores that biodiversity is no longer a specialist environmental subject but central element in the city’s climate adaptation, urban development, resilience planning and quality of life. The new curriculum has been welcomed by the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD) of the HKSAR Government as it aligns closely with the HKSAR Government's Hong Kong Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan 2035.

“Biodiversity is not only about nature conservation. It is about the systems that sustain life, health, economies and communities,” stated Prof. Alexis LAU, Head of the Division of Environment and Sustainability at HKUST. “By integrating biodiversity into the core curriculum, we emphasize that every student, regardless of whether they study engineering, business, science, medicine, social science or technology, should understand how human prosperity depends on nature, and how their future professional choices can help restore the living systems around us.”

Explore how HKUST is shaping a sustainable future: https://t.co/Bn7QmJMD60

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HKUST and Uzbekistan’s “El-Yurt Umidi” Foundation Sign MOA
to Forge Strategic Undergraduate and Executive Education Partnerships

HKUST and Uzbekistan's "El-Yurt Umidi" Foundation (the Foundation) have formalized a strategic partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA). Under the agreement, both parties have pledged to strengthen educational cooperation through scholarships, academic exchanges, and executive training, providing a high-impact development pathway for talented Uzbek students and professionals through world-class international education.

The MOA signing ceremony was held earlier at the Law Enforcement Academy of the Republic of Uzbekistan. The agreement was signed by Mr. Eric LO, Head (Global Intelligence and Strategy), Office of Institutional Data and Research at HKUST, and Dr. Gulnoza ISMAILOVA, Executive Director of the “El-Yurt Umidi” Foundation for the Training of Prospective Personnel under the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan.

Under the agreement, the Foundation will provide scholarships to high-achieving Uzbek undergraduate students admitted to HKUST, enabling them to pursue cutting‑edge education in science, engineering, business and management, humanities and social science, as well as interdisciplinary studies at HKUST. The agreement not only marks a significant step in expanding HKUST’s influence in Central Asia but also lays a solid foundation for academic exchange and leadership development between Hong Kong and Uzbekistan.

🌍 Explore HKUST’s new partnership with Uzbekistan's "El-Yurt Umidi" Foundation: https://t.co/Xev6eTNz0k

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HKUST 2nd AI Film Festival Concludes Successfully, Showcasing Global Excellence in AI Creativity

HKUST has successfully concluded its 2nd AI Film Festival (AIFF), held recently at the Shaw Auditorium. As one of the key events celebrating HKUST’s 35th anniversary, the two-day Festival brought together industry leaders, filmmakers, scholars, students, and members of the public to explore how artificial intelligence (AI) is redefining cinematic creativity and production.

This year's AIFF saw an overwhelming global response, with over 1,300 submissions—almost double that of last year—from nearly 80 countries and regions. Following a rigorous evaluation by an international jury, a number of outstanding works were recognized across key award categories. The Best Film Award was presented to The Afterlife of Aphrodite by Gabriela Cardona WALTHER, a Mexican filmmaker whose work seamlessly blends personal memory and mythology to explore themes of identity, femininity, and transformation. The Best Debut AI Film Award went to NeoNature by Javier Gracia ALCAINE, a Spanish AI content creator who captures the beauty of natural world through cinematic, ultra-realistic wildlife documentaries with immersive storytelling.

In addition to these remarkable overseas works, local talent also shone at this year's Festival. Hong Kong-based AI filmmaker KA TAM earned the Best Technical Innovation Award for Project J. The Best Human AI Collaboration Award was presented to Ash Boat by OUYANG Mengke, a postgraduate student from HKUST’s Division of Arts and Machine Creativity (AMC).

🎬 Discover more highlights and creative moments from this year’s AIFF 👀: https://t.co/v2p4uPU5Dl

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HKUST Physicist Elected as a Member of the U.S. National Academy of Sciences

Prof. LUK Kam-Biu, IAS Paul C W Chu Professor, Chair Professor of the Department of Physics and Director of the Center for Fundamental Physics at HKUST, has been elected a Member of the U.S. National Academy of Sciences (NAS) in recognition of his outstanding contributions to fundamental physics. This accolade not only affirms his pioneering achievements in cutting-edge basic science but also highlights HKUST's international influence in attracting world-class scholars and driving frontier research. The NAS recently announced the election of 120 members and 25 international members in recognition of their distinguished and continuing achievements in original research.

Prof. Nancy IP, President of HKUST, extended her heartfelt congratulations, stating: "Prof. Luk’s breakthrough findings on neutrino oscillation have redefined humanity’s understanding of the fundamental structure of the universe. "

Prof. Luk expressed his deep honor at receiving this recognition from the NAS, saying: "Whether observing the unexpected behavior of neutrinos or determining the properties of exotic particles, my ultimate goal is to explore the deepest mysteries of the universe and work tirelessly to expand the boundaries of human knowledge."

Explore the breakthrough discoveries that placed Prof. Luk among the world’s leading scientists: https://t.co/P9HSvuWyDn

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HKUST Scholar Becomes First in Hong Kong Selected for the 2026 ACM SIGGRAPH Academy for Contributions to Computer Graphics

Prof. FU Hongbo, Acting Head and Professor of the Division of Arts and Machine Creativity at HKUST, has been named as a member of the 2026 ACM SIGGRAPH Academy, one of the top international honors in computer graphics. This prestigious recognition underscores his fundamental contributions to sketch-based modeling and interactive 3D content creation, alongside his substantial leadership in the computer graphics community.

The ACM SIGGRAPH Academy, often known as the "Hall of Fame" in computer graphics, aims to recognize principal leaders whose contributions have significantly shaped the disciplines or industry, and propelled the research or innovation in computer graphics and interactive techniques. Since its inaugural class in 2018, only 118 experts have been inducted worldwide. This year, eight experts around the globe were selected, with Prof. Fu becoming the first scholar from a Hong Kong higher education institution to receive this honor and is one of only three recipients based in Greater China since its reception. This recognition demonstrates Prof. Fu’s significant global impacts on the fields of computer graphics and human-computer interaction.

Explore how Prof. Fu transforms sketches into professional visuals: https://t.co/08AD2ZZUwo

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📷 A first look at the future of cinema

“Is the life you are living real?”
That question sets the tone for the creative worlds explored through AI filmmaking.

This year’s Festival has received over 1,300 AI-generated works from nearly 80 countries and regions, reflecting bold experimentation in storytelling, visual expression, music, and human-AI collaboration.

Among the selected AI films to be showcased are six shortlisted works created by members of the HKUST and HKUST (GZ) community, highlighting how artificial intelligence is expanding creative possibilities across formats and themes, including vertical shorts, AI music, cross-cultural dialogue, and new cinematic languages.

The Festival also features a world-class jury panel of prominent figures from the global film and entertainment sectors, including Tia CARRERE, two-time Grammy Award-winning singer and actress; Paul DEBEVEC, Chief Research Officer of Netflix Eyeline Studios; and Jacob ADLER, Grand Prix Winner of the 2025 Runway AI Film Festival.

Beyond the screen, three thematic panel discussions will open up conversations on AI film production, film aesthetics and authorship in the AI era, and cultural memories and digital heritage.

Join us at the 2nd AI Film Festival to discover how filmmakers, students, researchers, and creators are pushing the boundaries of cinema.

📷 May 16 to 17, 2026
📷 Shaw Auditorium, HKUST

Get ready for a weekend of AI-powered creativity!
Reserve your spot now: https://t.co/oaI05Zkzwc

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