Best Biodegradable Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 15 - Clarifying the Confusion: Biodegradable vs. Compostable 31:11

4h ago31:11

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In this episode of Let's Set Your Table, the hosts discuss green and sustainable disposables with their guests from Eco Products. Our guests for this episode were Toby Alves, Product and Zero Waste Specialist with Eco-Products and Nicole Geletka, Regional Sales Manager with Eco-Products. They aim to clarify the confusion around terms like "biodegra…

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82. Using Protein Engineering to Tackle Non-Biodegradable Materials (with Ryen O’Meara) 34:45

4h ago34:45

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In today's episode we are joined by Ryen O’Meara, a Chemical Engineer graduate student in Caltech. Ryen joined Nobel Laureate Francis Arnold's lab with the aim to engineer enzymes that degrade emerging environmental contaminants, and merge sustainability and protein engineering. We discuss with Ryen the environmentally concerning Silicon-Carbon bon…

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Abracadabra! Ordinary plastic turns biodegradable! 28:18

17d ago28:18

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In this week's Net Hero Podcast, Sumit Bose speaks to Executive Director at Symphony Environmental Michael Stephen about technology that turns ordinary plastic biodegradableBy future Net Zero

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Hydrogen: the marmite of net zero! 30:27

2h ago30:27

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In this week's Net Hero Podcast, Sumit Bose speaks to scientist at the National Physical Laboratory, Ali Al-Sikab on the role of hydrogen in a net zero future We've introduced a new viewing system for our podcasts to give you early access. We will release episodes on our usual channels a week later if you're unable to register to our early access p…

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Episode 93: An Introduction to Pyrometallurgy 46:03

2h ago46:03

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Pyrometallurgy is one of the oldest branches of materials science, yet it is constantly evolving. Join us as we take a broad look at the process of transforming ore into the metals we use every day. From ancient techniques for checking counterfeit coins to cutting-edge innovations like battery recycling, we cover every step of the current process a…

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[Summer Rerelease] Biomimetics and Bioinspired Materials 29:40

2h ago29:40

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Welcome to our special summer rerelease series! Carolina and Clara take a trip down memory lane with a special series dedicated to their older episodes, including ones you may have missed! In today’s episode Carolina and Clara discuss biomimetic and bioinspired materials, and the challenges of understanding the biological structure of natural mater…

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Sustainability at the heart of berries: a Driscoll's perspective 25:56

5h ago25:56

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In this episode of the Mulch Matters Podcast, we dive into the world of sustainable agriculture with James duBois, Senior Manager of Environmental Sustainability at Driscoll’s. With over 15 years of experience in water stewardship and environmental risk management, James shares invaluable insights on reducing field plastics and improving sustainabi…

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S6E1 - Kicking A** by Taking Names, with Ben Daley 13:29

1h ago13:29

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Episode Notes You can find more find more podcast episodes, articles, and videos about Continuous Improvement here!

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Is your thermostat smarter than you? 29:30

4h ago29:30

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In this week's Net Hero Podcast, Sumit Bose spoke to Ian Rose of smart thermostat company Passiv UK about decarbonising heat at the lowest cost to consumersBy future Net Zero

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Coloring the Microbial World: Drs. Sarah Wettstadt and Noémie Matthey 44:57

2d ago44:57

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Coloring books aren't just for kids anymore. In fact, one unique coloring book is bringing the fascinating world of bacteria to life for all ages. In this Joyful Microbe podcast episode, we’re exploring "Coloured Bacteria from A to Z" with the scientists behind this delightful educational resource. Whether you're a parent looking to spark your chil…

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Evren Ozka, Co-Founder of Mallet London / Luxury Footwear 28:06

5d ago28:06

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Disciplined, Dedicated and a Rationalist. Evren Ozka has long had a strategic eye for business, starting his professional career in textiles and manufacturing. At age 18, he ran his division at his family's textile companies for seven years before beginning Mallet London in partnership with Tommy Mallet. They realized a gap in the market - quality-…

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Episode 92: The Quest for Pure Uranium 39:33

1h ago39:33

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In this episode, we explore the story of Harley Wilhelm, an unsung hero of the Manhattan Project. Discover how the Ames Process revolutionized the production of pure uranium metal, turning a slow and inefficient task into an streamlined operation that played a critical role in ending World War Il. We'll explore the challenges faced, the science of …

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Home EV charging upgraded! 28:17

30d ago28:17

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Investing in at-home charging infrastructure can help you save over £1000 a year compared to public charging, said Michael Goulden, Co-Founder of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure supplier, Kerbo Charge. In this week's episode of the Net-Hero Podcast, Michael told us: 'Around 40 percent of residents in the UK and 60 percent in London, d…

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[Summer Rerelease] Mycelium 20:47

29d ago20:47

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Welcome to our special summer rerelease series! Carolina and Clara take a trip down memory lane with a special series dedicated to their older episodes, including ones you may have missed! In this episode, we discussed the fascinating world of fungi, and in particular, mycelium or mycorrhizal networks- a form of fungi that have an incredible capaci…

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End of the office AC wars? 25:20

1M ago25:20

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Energy efficiency shouldn't cost you thousands in retrofits, said Tom Ascough, Managing Director of heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) company, Symphony Energy. In this week's Episode of the Net Hero Podcast, Tom told us: 'There is a significant performance gap in HVAC. Practically every building suffers from it, where you think you'r…

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S5E28 - Green School Student Louis Lacour on PBL, renewable energy, and biodegradable zip ties 19:12

1M ago19:12

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Episode Notes You should also listen to Kelly's interview with Benjamin Freud, head of Green School's Upper School You can see the 2023 Greenstone presentations here Green School website

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Exploring the California Strawberry Industry with Hillary Thomas 19:49

1M ago19:49

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Today, we're thrilled to have Hillary Thomas, the Research and Technical Director at Naturipe Berry Growers, join us. Hillary shares her incredible journey from academia to the heart of the berry industry, providing insights into the challenges and innovations in California's strawberry production. In this episode, Hillary discusses her role at Nat…

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Making Microscopy Accessible with Foldscope: Holly Stuart 1:09:45

1M ago1:09:45

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Understanding microbes is an essential part of appreciating the natural world and our environment. But exploring microbiology using a traditional microscope comes with the potential barriers of cost and complexity, sometimes preventing hands-on learning experiences in schools and communities. Imagine having the power to explore the microscopic worl…

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Greener shipping, cleaner goods 24:08

1M ago24:08

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In this week’s Net Hero Podcast, Sumit spoke to Roger Holm, Executive Vice President at marine solutions company, Wärtsilä on how they’re trying to clean up the world’s shipping lanes We need to future-proof the shipping industry, said Roger Holm President Marine & Executive Vice President of Wärtsilä. Speaking on the podcast, he said: ‘Global …

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81. Tools for Looking Into the Brain: Squiggly Lines, An Insight into Learning & Memory (with Dr. Sam Cooke) 1:13:51

21d ago1:13:51

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In today's episode, we are joined by Dr. Sam Cooke, a group leader and senior lecturer at King's College London who researches the mechanisms that underlie learning and memory in the brain. We discuss his research journey that led him to become fascinated in the processes of learning and memory, as well as the tools he uses to record neural activit…

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Episode 91: High Entropy Alloys 40:36

2M ago40:36

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A new class of material doesn't show up often. In this episode, we dive into the revolutionary discovery of high entropy alloys (HEAs) that revitalized the field of metallurgy. We dive into their simultaneous discovery at both Oxford and Tsinghua National University. Learn how they break all the typical rules we know. We explore how their compositi…

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Construction with less Carbon? 23:15

2M ago23:15

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Globally the construction industry, the built environment if you like, is responsible for 1% of global emissions, that sounds small but it's actually huge. That's just what it takes to build something, let's not forget all the embodied carbon it takes to make a concrete slab, a steel bar or clay brick. So how can we cut down that footprint? In this…

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Jonathan Bordell, Co-Founder of The Helicon Watch Company / British Watchmaker 28:29

1M ago28:29

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With over two decades of combined experience in the world of watches, Danielle and Jonathan (a husband and wife team) share a deep passion for curating, creating, and connecting collectors and enthusiasts with timepieces from renowned watchmakers. Helicon is a new dial name, launched this year by two industry veterans with more than twenty years ex…

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Put away your ideological prejudices! 38:18

2M ago38:18

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Put your prejudices away and help a common goal. That's the advice from Bob Ward, Policy Director at the Grantham Research Institute on Climate Change and the Environment. He was my guest this week as we worked through the challenges facing the new Labour government.By future Net Zero

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[Summer Rerelease] Oxygen - Friend or Foe: a Debate 23:50

2M ago23:50

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Welcome to our special summer rerelease series! Carolina and Clara take a trip down memory lane with a special series dedicated to their older episodes, including ones you may have missed! Today we are reviving the oxygen debate - is oxygen a friend or foe? Was it truly evolutionarily advantageous for us to learn to respire using oxygen or should a…

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My take on Labour in power 19:21

2M ago19:21

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So it's happened, a super majority for Labour. After last week's election results what is the new government going to do for accelerating net zero? In this podcast Sumit Bose gives you his take on the opportunities and challenges Labour now has, to live up to its manifesto pledges.By future Net Zero

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S5E27 - Green School: Regenerative Education in the Balinese Jungle 41:23

2M ago41:23

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Episode Notes Cofounder John Hardy’s Ted Talk about the Green School Green School website Coconut Thinking

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Miguel Soares, Founder of BYMS / Sports Fashion 21:45

1M ago21:45

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Miguel was a professional soccer player but sadly suffered an injury which led to him starting a new career. Drawing inspiration from soccer, he embarked on a new journey. BYMS is a brand that stands out in the world of sports fashion, known for its commitment to quality, innovation, and the celebration of the sporting spirit. With each creation, B…

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Degrading Plastic Through the Power of Microbes: Angie Beckett 51:16

1M ago51:16

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Plastic waste in our oceans is a significant problem, but some bacteria might offer a solution. Did you know that certain bacteria can break down plastic? Plastic pollution affects wildlife and can even enter our food and water. As plastic production increases, finding better ways to manage this material is essential. Current recycling methods are …

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Exploring hydromulch with Dr. Dilpreet Bajwa: benefits and applications in organic farming 23:43

2M ago23:43

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In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Dilpreet Bajwa, Professor and Head of the Mechanical and Industrial Engineering Department at Montana State University. Dr. Bajwa shares his fascinating journey from growing up on a farm to leading innovative research in biomaterials and bioproducts, particularly hydromulch. He explains hydromulch, its benefits…

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80. BCI Breakthroughs: The Therapeutic Progress of Brain Computer Interfaces (BCI) 34:57

3M ago34:57

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In today's episode Carolina and Clara discuss the latest research on brain computer interfaces (BCI), and how they aid patients with motor related deficits such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), paralysis, and locked-in syndrome. Different types of BCI vary in how invasive they are and the different sorts of motor functions they can aid, from…

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Big Zero Briefing: Emissions are admissions 12:16

3M ago12:16

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Net Zero will be better for our health. That's why it matters so much, says Wendy Cheeseman, who heads up sustainability at Oxfordshire University Hospitals NHS Trust. Wendy who will be speaking next week at the Big Zero Show, explained why the NHS is so concerned about its own emissions and wider carbon, as she says it is a real marker for health.…

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Episode 90: The Big Dig Incident 31:49

3M ago31:49

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Choosing the wrong material can have dire consequences. In this episode of our failure series, we discuss how the incorrect choice of epoxy led to a catastrophic failure and a tragic death. Discover the series of poor decisions that turned a new highway plan into one of the costliest public works projects ever. Join us as we uncover the lessons lea…

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‘Businesses want certainty from their energy providers’ 24:10

3M ago24:10

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In a future net zero podcast, Anthony Ainsworth, Chief Operating Officer for npower Business Solutions told us that sustainability will help businesses grow We’re going to have to speed up the planning process to meet net zero targets. This is what Anthony Ainsworth, Chief Operating Officer, npower Business Solutions said in this episode of the fut…

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S5E26 - Derek Mitchell and Scott Sampson Have a Vision for "Regenerative Education" 51:36

3M ago51:36

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Episode Notes The Nature article about the dinosaur Masiakasaurus Knopfleri Smithsonian article about Majungasaurus To find out about Derek’s history with cockroaches listen to this episode The UK’s National Education Nature Park project Dacher Keltner, the researcher studying awe, on the On Being podcast Reimagining San Francisco Braiding Sweetgra…

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Big Zero Show Briefing: Start somewhere! 9:06

3M ago9:06

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In this podcast I talk about starting your sustainability journey and how sometimes just wanting to start is enough... Team up. And start. That's the way to get to net zero says Fitzoy Hutchinson, who is in charge of sustainability for the famous Celtic Manor Resort. In this brief chat we discuss the issue of supply chains and the challenges of get…

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A look back at the energy industry with Kenny and nick 23:03

3M ago23:03

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In this podcast, Kenny Hallet, Head of Sales Development and Nick Parr, Head of Major Business Commercial join the team at Future Net Zero to give a quick market update. They look back at the past few years to talk through the energy market and how we’ve got to where we are now! They discuss the landscape through covid, the war in Ukraine and an en…

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79. The Evolution of Self-Medication, and What Chimpanzees Know (with Dr. Elodie Freymann) 1:10:52

3M ago1:10:52

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This week we are joined by Elodie Freymann, an evolutionary anthropologist, primatologist, artist and storyteller to discuss the evolution of self-medication. Elodie recently completed a PhD in evolutionary anthropology at the University of Oxford, and shares with us her work studying self-medication in chimpanzees of the Budongo Forest in Uganda. …

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Peter Jüriado, Creative Director at Stenströms / Premium Shirts 27:44

3M ago27:44

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Style, quality and comfort in every detail. This philosophy has made Stenströms one of Sweden's most well-known and respected brands. The classic Stenströms shirt carries 125 years of tradition, craftsmanship and quality. Jackets, knitwear, accessories and ties are now also included in their business concept. They can now look back on their 125 yea…

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Big Zero Briefing - Ecouraging supply chains 8:27

3M ago8:27

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You must take your supply chain with you if you want to get to net zero. That's what Matteo Deidda from Lloyds Banking Group told me as we discussed how we can take all businesses on the journey to net zero. Matteo will be speaking at our Pathway to Net Zero talks offering a synopsis of the Lloyds group's ambition to halve its supply chain emission…

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Episode 89: Special Applications of Microscopy Technologies 55:06

3M ago55:06

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Electron microscopy is almost a century old, but it continues to play a role in exciting new developments that extend its use well beyond its original purpose. We sit down with Professor Sergei Kalinin from the University of Tennessee-Knoxville to discuss these exciting new applications of this older technology. Learn how electron microscopy, origi…

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S5E25 - Kofi B on the power of teachers, peers, and music 50:27

3M ago50:27

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Episode Notes Kofi B’s opening performance at Deeper Learning 2024 Kofi B’s Closing Keynote at Deeper Learning 2024 Where to find Kofi B's music: Instagram TikTok Youtube Facebook Website Made in Akron documentary Do you want to come to a conference whose opening act is this good? Of course you do! Learn more about the Deeper Learning Conference!…

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Big Zero Briefing - Food for thought...literally 12:10

3M ago12:10

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The food we eat. You are what you eat. Eat well be well. So many phrases revolve around our fundamental need to shove something in our mouths but should there be a new phrase? Eat for the planet? In our Pathway to Net Zero sessions at the Big Zero Show, we will be exploring exactly that concept. I spoke to Tom Maidment from Hilton Foods, who will b…

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From weeds to wisdom: exploring hydromulch with Greta Gramig 40:49

3M ago40:49

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In today's episode, we sit down with Dr. Greta Gramig, an expert in plant science and sustainable agriculture from North Dakota State University. Greta shares her insights on biodegradable mulches and their transformative potential in organic farming. Drawing from her academic background and hands-on gardening experiences, she discusses the challen…

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78. Ways to Interrogate Synaptic Function (with Dr Rachel Jackson) 36:11

4M ago36:11

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In today's episode Carolina and Clara are joined by Dr Rachel Jackson to discuss different techniques to interrogate synaptic function. Neurotransmitter release is a crucial function of the neuron that enables the transfer of information in the brain. When this gets disrupted pathologies can arise, such as in neurodegenerative disorders. We discuss…

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