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Light Headed: A VLD Community Podcast
by VLD Community
Where is lighting headed next? Every fortnight, the four founders of the Virtual Lighting Design Community pick the stories shaping the world of light and argue about what they really mean. Ingmar Klaasen (The Integrator), Martin Klaasen (The Strategist), Katia Kolovea (The Communicator) and Amardeep M. Dugar (The Scientist) come at every story from a different angle: the science, the business, the client and the bigger picture. Expect honest disagreement more often than polite consensus. From time to time, a special guest joins the table. Each episode draws on The Pulse, VLDC's weekly feed of lighting and AI news. That means new research, new technology, and the claims the industry makes about health, sustainability and artificial intelligence, tested against what actually matters to the people who design, specify and make light. Along the way you'll hear what's happening across the community: the events worth knowing about, the members worth meeting, and where the conv
Episodes
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Does light make streets safer?
Does more light really make streets safer? Should anyone set a minimum efficiency for lamps? And if software does the grunt work, where do junior designers learn? In Episode 02, the four founders of the Virtual Lighting Design Community take on three stories from The Pulse, then answer our first...
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A new VLDC, and three stories we couldn't agree on
Is CRI telling us what we actually see? Should AI be refereeing product substitutions? And can lighting really help people living with dementia? In the very first episode of Light Headed, the four founders of the Virtual Lighting Design Community take on three stories from The Pulse, and don't...
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Sahil Tanveer at Lux Futurum 2025 Shanghai: The AI Revolution and the Human-Machine Partnership
The future of architecture is here, and it’s illuminated by the light of collaboration between humans and machines. Sahil Tanveer, speaking at the 2025 Lux Futurum Event in Shanghai, unveils the groundbreaking Photon Pavilion, an innovative space where AI and architecture coalesce to redefine our...
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The Hidden Pillars of Successful Lighting Design Businesses | with Paul Nulty
Send us Fan Mail What does it really take to run a successful lighting design business? Beyond the creative brilliance and technical expertise lies a complex web of business skills that many designers never anticipate when launching their own practice. --- Re-release of a presentation from our...
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What's on the platform: Your July Community Roundup
Send us Fan Mail Enter our world of lighting design with our latest community roundup. We're thrilled to welcome a wave of new members to our growing community, creating an increasingly diverse group of lighting professionals sharing insights and inspiration. Mark your calendars for two webinars...
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Changing Perspective Changes Everything: The Future of Light with Daan Roosegaarde
Send us Fan Mail What happens when light beams collide at high speed? They can transform into matter – possibly explaining how celestial bodies form. This mind-blowing scientific reality perfectly captures the spirit of our conversation with Daan Roosegaarde, the visionary lighting designer who,...
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How Lighting Transforms Patient Experience in Hong Kong's Health Centres | with Eugenia Cheng
Send us Fan Mail The divide between theory and practice in healthcare design couldn't be more evident than in lighting strategies for medical spaces. Through an illuminating exploration of two contrasting Hong Kong medical facilities, we discover how the same foundational goal—promoting health…
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The Lighting Professional's Challenge: a conversation with Andrew Bissel
Send us Fan Mail A passionate conversation with Andrew Bissel at Light Middle East reveals the growing frustration among lighting professionals fighting for recognition in the built environment. Wearing multiple hats as Ridge and Partners' lighting design head, a dark sky consultant for Red Sea...
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East Meets West: How Lux Futurum Is Transforming Lighting Design Awards
Send us Fan Mail March Look Back As we pause to reflect on our recent episodes, we've been privileged to host some exceptional conversations in lighting design. Looking back at our recent two episodes, Philip Rafael from Insight Lighting Berlin shared invaluable insights on workplace lighting and...
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Illuminating Experiences: The Art of Lighting Design with Koert Vermeulen
Send us Fan Mail Is lighting design an art or a science? In this episode we feature Koert Vermeulen from ACT Lighting Design, based in Brussels, Belgium. Koert was one of our earliest thought leaders to share on the Virtual Lighting Design Community platform and it was certainly a memorable...
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Philip Rafael on Reimagining Workplace Lighting for Enhanced Well-Being and Connection
Send us Fan Mail Founder & Design Director at In'Sight Lighting Design, Philip Rafael explores a critical element often overlooked in workplace design: lighting. With over 18 years of global experience, Philip sheds light on how traditional lighting has prioritised productivity over well-being,...
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Lighting the Way: Welcome to 2025 with the Virtual Lighting Design Community
Send us Fan Mail Join us for the first episode of 2025 as we welcome back the Virtual Lighting Design Community! After a refreshing break over the holidays, we're excited to kick off a new year filled with opportunities to connect, enhance skills, and share knowledge within the lighting design...
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Martin Klaasen & Paul Nulty | Reshaping Future Growth & Innovation Through Merger & Collaboration
Send us Fan Mail What happens when two industry giants join forces to reshape the future of lighting design? Tune in to hear Martin Klaasen and Paul Nulty share their insights following the merger of Klaasen Lighting Design and Nulty+. Get a better understanding of how their shared values and...
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Post-Presentation Q&A with Kunal Shah, Founder of SPK Valo | Storytelling and Perceptual Transformation in Lighting Design Across Cultures
Send us Fan Mail In this post presentation Q&A, Ingmar Klaasen, VLDC Co-founder, talks with Kunal Shah of SPK Valo about his presentation on the art of perceptual transformation in lighting design. Through Kunal's journey from the Netherlands' LuxLab to establishing his own practice in Hyderabad,...
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Kunal Shah, Principal Lighting Designer at SPK Valo | Transforming Architectural Spaces with Layered Lighting and Cultural Nuances
Send us Fan Mail What happens when lighting transcends its traditional role and becomes an integral part of architectural storytelling? Join us as we explore this fascinating question with Kunal Shah, Principal Lighting Designer at SPK Valo. Kunal shares his journey from the academic halls of...
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Amit Sheth, CEO of Plus Light Tech | Advancing Modern Lighting Solutions and Combating Light Pollution at Light Middle East 2024
Send us Fan Mail Can the right lighting design improve your quality of life? Join us as we explore this intriguing question with Amit Sheth, founder and CEO of Plus Light Tech, recorded live at Light Middle East 2024 in Dubai. Amit takes us through his transformative journey from retail lighting…
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Q&A – Maria Dautant & Ingmar Klaasen | Balancing Efficiency and Liveability: Addressing Light Pollution and Light Poverty
Send us Fan Mail Today we unpack the profound impact light has on our environment, health, and communities, guided by insights from Maria Dautant, a senior Associate at HLB Lighting Design. Maria is joined by cofounder of the VLD Community, Ingmar Klaasen, as they dive into the pressing issues of...
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Maria Dautant, Senior Associate at HLB Lighting Design | Addressing Light Pollution and Light Poverty for a Healthier, Balanced World
Send us Fan Mail How does the glow of city lights impact our environment and health? Discover the surprising answers as we unpack the complexities of light pollution and light poverty in this illuminating episode. Maria Dautant, a Senior Associate at HLB Lighting Design, joins us to share her...
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Pinar Onat, Founder of P.ERO Lighting Design | The Evolution of Lighting and Emotion-Driven Spaces
Send us Fan Mail What if the future of lighting design could transform not only our spaces but our very emotions? Join us for an illuminating presentation by Pinar Onat, the founder of P.ERO Lighting Design in Istanbul. Pinar guides us through the historical evolution of lighting, from ancient...
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Ruskin Hartley, CEO of Dark Sky International | Confronting the Growing Crisis of Light Pollution at Light Middle East 2024
Send us Fan Mail How is our night sky changing, and what does it mean for our future? Join us in a compelling conversation with Ruskin Hartley, CEO of Dark Sky International, as we unravel the alarming increase in light pollution—by an astonishing 10% each year—and the profound consequences for…
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Q&A with Jinkie De Jesus, Design Principal of Lightplan Inc. | Navigating Cultural Nuances in Philippine Lighting Design at Guangzhou International Lighting Exhibition
Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how lighting design adapts to cultural nuances? Join us for an exclusive conversation with Jinkie De Jesus, the design principal of Lightplan Inc., as she reveals the intriguing challenges and solutions in implementing international lighting standards in the...
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Jinkie De Jesus, Design Principal at Lightplan Inc | Navigating Cultural Nuances in International Lighting Design
Send us Fan Mail What happens when international lighting standards clash with local cultural norms? Join us as we unravel this intricate issue with Jinkie De Jesus, the design principal of Lightplan Inc in the Philippines. In this episode, Jinkie candidly discusses her initial challenges in...
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CLIP: Nadine Baalbaki, Founder of Light the Detail | Stories of Hope Amidst Light Deprivation
Send us Fan Mail What does it mean to live in the shadow of war, yearning for light in times of darkness? Join us as Nadine Balbaaki, founder of Light the Detail, paints a vivid picture of her childhood in Lebanon amidst conflict, where the absence of reliable light sources was both a literal and...
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Nadine Baalbaki, Founder of Light the Detail | Stories of Hope Amidst Light Deprivation
Send us Fan Mail What happens when the lights go out and never come back on? Join us on a journey through the shadows as we uncover the profound and often overlooked impact of light scarcity on communities around the globe. This episode features the compelling story of Nadine Baalbaki, founder of...
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Kanwal Thareja and Harmeet Singh | Bridging Gaps in Lighting and Architecture at LIBME Dubai 2024
Send us Fan Mail What if the key to unlocking the full potential of architectural spaces lies in the nuanced interplay of light and design? Join us as we explore this profound question at the Light and Intelligent Building Middle East event in Dubai 2024. In conversation with Kanwal Thareja, a...
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Mastering the Subtlety of Lighting Design with Martin Klaasen | Uni-Olympics Presentation at Unios HQ
Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how lighting can transform an entire space without you even noticing the lights themselves? That’s exactly what Martin Klaasen uncovers, taking you through his journey from setting up Philips' project lighting division in Asia Pacific to his own lighting design...
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David Gilbey, Lighting Design Director at Diriyah Gate Development Authority | The Enchantment of Light and Shadow in Architecture
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we delve into a captivating conversation with renowned lighting designer David Gilbey. Join us as David shares his insights and experiences with our VLDC cofounder, Katia Kolovea, at the Light Middle East 2024 event in Dubai earlier this year. David Gilbey, a...
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Clip: Shaping Environments with AI-Aided Lighting Design Insights from Melike Özden
Send us Fan Mail ** Here is a short clip for you to enjoy giving you a glimpse of the ideas and concepts discussed in the full presentation. ** Melike Özden, head of design at Design Brilliance in India, unveils the transformative power of emerging technologies on lighting design. This episode...
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Shaping Environments with AI-Aided Lighting Design Insights from Melike Özden
Send us Fan Mail Imagine stepping into a world where light shapes emotion and technology uncloaks the future of design. That's exactly the journey you'll embark on with Melike Özden, the Head of Design at Design Brilliance in India, who shares her knowledge and expertise with us. Delving into the...
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Clip: "Alice in Lightingland" Presented by Magali Méndez, Ana Zúñiga, and Grisell Herrera F. | Lighting for Health and Wellbeing
Send us Fan Mail Let's Dive into Lighting Magic and Wellness Inspired by Alice in Wonderland! Hey there, Welcome to the Virtual Lighting Design Community Podcast! Today, we're in for a treat as we explore the area of 'Lighting for Health and Wellbeing' through the lens of three incredible thought...
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"Alice in Lightingland" Presented by Magali Méndez, Ana Zúñiga, and Grisell Herrera F. | Lighting for Health and Wellbeing
Send us Fan Mail Let's Dive into Lighting Magic and Wellness Inspired by Alice in Wonderland! Hey there, Welcome to the Virtual Lighting Design Community Podcast! Today, we're in for a treat as we explore the area of 'Lighting for Health and Wellbeing' through the lens of three incredible thought...
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Christine Kühne, Founder i4Light Lighting Design Studio | Light Conversations at LIBME 2024 Dubai
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Christine Kühne, the founder of i4Light Lighting Design Studio based in the Netherlands, during her visit to the VLD Community booth at Light Middle East in Dubai. Christine Kühne, an esteemed guest, engaged in a…
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Eugenia Cheng, Founder of Light Origin Studio | Light Conversations at LIBME 2024 Dubai
Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to the Virtual Lighting Design Community Podcast! In this episode, we had the honour of sitting down with Eugenia Cheng, the founder and principal of Light Origin Studio, based in Hong Kong. Eugenia is an industry expert with over 17 years of experience practicing...
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Carla Wilkins, Founder of Lichtvision | Light Conversations @ LIBME 2024 Dubai
Send us Fan Mail Today's episode features our conversation with Carla Wilkins, the founder of Lichtvision, in an interview conducted by Ingmar Klaasen at the Light and Intelligent Building Middle East 2024 in Dubai. This conversation is a part of a series of engaging chats captured by the Virtual...
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Alexia Gkika, Associate Lighting Designer at Buro Happold | Light Conversations @ LIBME 2024 Dubai
Send us Fan Mail Today we feature Alexia Gkika, an accomplished Associate Lighting Designer at Buro Happold, with over a decade of experience in the field. In this episode, Alexia shares her insights and expertise on sustainable lighting design, education, and the future of collaborative...
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Maneck Tandon, Partner, ATPL Lighting & Architects | Light Conversations at LIBME 2024 Dubai
Send us Fan Mail Maneck Tandon, Partner at ATPL Lighting & Architects, engages in conversation with Amardeep Dugar, co-founder of the VLD Community, at the Light and Intelligent Building Middle East event in Dubai 2024. Maneck shares his expertise as a lighting designer and architect, emphasising...
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Linus Lopez, Partner Lirio Lopez Lighting Design Consultants | Light Conversations at LIBME 2024 Dubai
Send us Fan Mail Cofounder of the Virtual Lighting Design Community (VLDC), Ingmar Klaasen, engages in conversation with Linus Lopez, Partner at Lirio Lopez Lighting Design Consultants, during Light and Intelligent Building 2024 in Dubai. In this interview, Linus Lopez shares his journey into...
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Tapio Rosenius, CEO & Founder of POET Creator Software & LDC | Light Conversations at LIBME 2024 Dubai
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we'll be diving into a conversation between Katia Kolovea, co-founder of the Virtual Lighting Design Community, and Tapio Rosenius, the CEO and founder of Poet Creator Software and the Lighting Design Collective (LDC). This interview, which took place earlier…
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Charles Stone, President Fisher Marantz Stone, US | Light Conversations with VLDC at LIBME 2024 Dubai
Send us Fan Mail In the next episode of the Virtual Lighting Design Community Podcast, we are excited to host Charles Stone, President at Fisher Marantz Stone, US, as our special guest. With over four decades of experience and a seasoned member of the lighting design community, Charles shares his...
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Maria Dautant, Sen. Assoc. at HLB Lighting Design, Dubai | Light Conversations with VLDC at LIBME 2024 Dubai
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Virtual Lighting Design Community Podcast, we welcome special guest Maria Dautant, a senior associate at HLB Lighting Design, based in Dubai, UAE. Maria brings a wealth of global experience from her career journey in New York, Sydney, and Dubai, and she…
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Joseph Brooks, Director International Markets, K-LITE | Light Conversations a LIBME 2024 Dubai
Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to the Virtual Lighting Design Community Podcast! In this episode, we had the pleasure of catching up with Joseph Brooks, Director of International Markets at K-Lite Industries, as we kicked off the Light Middle East event in Dubai earlier this year. Situated…
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Manas Bhatia, Assoc. Architect Ant Studio, India | Presentation on Lightscapes, Virtual Illumination
Send us Fan Mail In today's podcast episode we feature Manas Bhatia, an esteemed associate architect at Ant Studio in Noida, India. Manas shares his expertise on the fascinating topic of lighting design for the virtual future, AI, VR, Digital Twins, the Metaverse and Blockchain, under the title...
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Nadine Baalbaki, Founder, Light the Detail, Dubai & Beirut | Light Conversations at LIBME 2024 Dubai
Send us Fan Mail Introducing Nadine Baalbaki, a Lebanese lighting designer with 18 years of experience in the industry. As the founder of 'Light the Detail', a meticulous lighting design practice based in Dubai, Nadine has dedicated her career to curating captivating lighting experiences for...
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Lauren Dandridge, Principal, Chromatic, USA | Light Conversations at LIBME 2024 Dubai
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, meet Lauren Dandridge, a 17-year lighting industry veteran and principal of Chromatic, a firm dedicated to promoting lighting quality and equality. As an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the University of Southern California, she shares her expertise in…
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Ghada Dwaik, Founder Gdesigns, Egypt & Women in Lighting Ambassador | Light Conversations at LIBME 2024 Dubai
Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, we are joined by Ghada Dwaik, architect and lighting designer based in Egypt with her own practice: "GDesigns". Ghada also has a background in landscape and interior design as well as product design. She is a true inspiration as ambassador for Women in…
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Klysha Ross, Chief of Staff at the IES | Light Conversations at LIBME 2024 Dubai
Send us Fan Mail In today's episode we feature Chief of Staff of the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES), Klysha Ross, whom we had the please of interviewing at the VLD Community booth at this years Light and Intelligent Building Middle East 2024 in Dubai. Klysha talks with VLDC co-founder…
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Genevieve Wild | Conversations with Industry Luminaries at IESANZ Sydney
Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to the Virtual Lighting Design Community, a global virtual network to empower, inspire, educate and connect the lighting design community. Bringing together all our peers, from lighting professionals, experts, academics and individuals with an interest in lighting,...
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Dr Shelley James | Drivers for Change: Shifting the Conversation from Cost to Value | GILE 2023
Send us Fan Mail In this special episode, we are thrilled to revisit a familiar face in the world of lighting design. Dr. Shelley James, with over two decades of experience and expertise in the industry, she graced our previous episode as part of the Lighting Heroes Series. This time, we had the...
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Bitesize Clip: Momena Saleem | Light a Way Forward: Mastering the Art of Curating Experiences
Send us Fan Mail In this special bitesize episode, we're excited to share a thought-provoking presentation by Momena Saleem, sharing about lighting for immersive experiences. Momena Saleem, public speaker, educator, and award-winning architectural lighting designer at Worktecht and Co. in Tokyo,...
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Vessi Ivanova | Conversations with Industry Luminaries at IESANZ Sydney 2023
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the Virtual Lighting Design Community podcast, a global platform dedicated to empowering and connecting lighting professionals. Here is your regular dose of light inspiration. In this episode, we delve into the future of lighting with Vessi Ivanova, a seasoned...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Where is lighting headed next? Every fortnight, the four founders of the Virtual Lighting Design Community pick the stories shaping the world of light and argue about what they really mean.
Ingmar Klaasen (The Integrator), Martin Klaasen (The Strategist), Katia Kolovea (The Communicator) and Amardeep M. Dugar (The Scientist) come at every story from a different angle: the science, the business, the client and the bigger picture. Expect honest disagreement more often than polite consensus. From time to time, a special guest joins the table.
Each episode draws on The Pulse, VLDC's weekly feed of lighting and AI news. That means new research, new technology, and the claims the industry makes about health, sustainability and artificial intelligence, tested against what actually matters to the people who design, specify and make light. Along the way you'll hear what's happening across the community: the events worth knowing about, the members worth meeting, and where the conv
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Where is lighting headed next? Every fortnight, the four founders of the Virtual Lighting Design Community pick the stories shaping the world of light and argue about what they really mean. Ingmar Klaasen (The Integrator), Martin Klaasen (The Strategist), Katia Kolovea (The Communicator) and...
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