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Senior Solutions QA Engineer – Riverbed Technology

About Us Riverbed transforms data into actionable insights and accelerates performance so organizations can deliver a seamless digital experience and drive enterprise performance. Riverbed is the only company with the collective richness of telemetry from network to the app to end-user, which illuminates and then accelerates every digital interaction. Riverbed offers two industry-leading portfolios: Alluvio by Riverbed, a differentiated Unified Observability portfolio that unifies data, insights, and actions across IT, so customers can deliver seamless, secure digital experiences; and Riverbed Acceleration, providing fast, agile, secure acceleration of any app, over any network, to users anywhere. Together with our thousands of partners, and market-leading customers globally – including 95% of the FORTUNE 100 –, we empower every click, every digital experience. Job Summary TITLE: Sr. Solutions QA Engineer LOCATION: Office in Research Park, Champaign, IL As a member of the Solutions QA team, you will approach testing from a multi-product perspective while thinking about customer-oriented workflows. Our testing is guided by using case studies of how our major customers use our products. You will help us test new features and new products within the Riverbed portfolio, ensuring they interoperate with each other as expected. What you will do: Analyze new WAN Optimization and Application Acceleration features and then design and implement test cases to evaluate their quality Build complex test network topologies in our lab that incorporate WAN Optimization, Application Acceleration products and SD-WAN products Troubleshoot unexpected behavior, file defect reports, and work with software developers to improve quality Design, implement, and deploy new test automation in Python Be an integral part of a team where everyone collaborates to deliver products with the highest level of quality What you should have: BS in CS or EE or equivalent field desired + 6 years of experience, or MS or higher degree + 4 years of experience. You possess strong computer science fundamentals: data structures, algorithms, programming languages, distributed systems, and computer networking Passion for all things Python You understand Linux system internals and TCP/IP fundamentals You understand how the Internet works and are keeping up with the evolution of the internet and SaaS/cloud services You are a good programmer that writes readable, testable, and maintainable code Strong and clear communicator that can concisely explain complex software design considerations Team player with a good sense of humor What will help you further: A passion for breaking software and/or coming up with novel ways to assess product quality An eye for detail and ability to advocate for a good customer experience of a new feature’s implementation Experience doing packet trace analysis Troubleshooting network problems either in simulated or real network topologies Why Join Riverbed Riverbed offers a rewarding experience of working with the best minds in the industry, delivering exceptional network performance and visibility for any application. We are proud of our great culture that continuously fosters innovation, collaboration, and diverse work environments. We remain committed to attracting, developing, and retaining the most diverse group of talent to better serve our customers. Riverbed is an equal employment opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or child birth (including breast feeding), sexual orientation, genetics, genetic information, marital status, veteran status or any other basis protected by and in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. As a government contractor, Riverbed is required to ensure that all of its U.S. employees are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 unless a legal exemption applies. As a result, all Riverbed job offers are expressly conditioned on an individual being fully vaccinated for COVID-19 on or prior to their start date and providing proof of such vaccination unless the individual is legally exempt. We want people of all backgrounds to see themselves represented and included in our work, so we actively seek to diversify our team and bring more voices to the table. Check us out on: www.riverbed.com @LifeAtRiverbed

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Data Engineer – HabiTerre

About HabiTerre HabiTerre provides in-depth intelligence for agricultural land, including crop, water, nutrient, and carbon, from aboveground to belowground. A spin-off of a world-class research lab from the University of Illinois, HabiTerre generates unprecedented field-scale intelligence for businesses in the broader agricultural industry. HabiTerre carries an ambitious mission to de-risk and sustains modern agriculture for humanity. We use remote sensing, process models, and artificial intelligence to evaluate past, present, and future cropland performance, including crop rotation, management history, yield, water use, nutrient dynamics, and carbon sequestration. With a methodology that starts at the field level, allowing aggregation across any global region, we offer critical insights to businesses throughout the agriculture value chain.   Work Environment We are an equal opportunity employer with a team around the country. We offer a workplace that is both casual and professional and a culture that is committed to learning, fun, and excellence. Our team consists of people who are passionate about creating insights-rich and intuitive customer experiences and, at the same time, obsess over the performance and reliability of what we build. We challenge the status quo and strive toward finding the best way to solve problems. We work in small collaborative groups to keep things simple and efficient, and thus give a lot of autonomy to our staff members to perform the work required and be creative.   Job Responsibilities Apply technical expertise to implement testable, scalable, and maintainable computer science algorithms. Drive roadmaps through your insights and recommendations. Work with large and complex remote sensing datasets to solve various challenging problems. Work collaboratively with the business team to understand customer needs and help shape the business roadmap and vision. Influence product direction through clear and compelling presentations to leadership. Provide support to the company’s intellectual property counsel.   Basic Qualifications BS in Computer Science or related technical field. 3+ Years experience in Python development. 2+ Years of experience in implementing large-scale data processing and modeling pipelines on cloud computing platforms such as AWS, GCP, and Azure. 2+ Experience in implementing machine learning and deep learning algorithms using Python ML/DL frameworks, such as PyTorch, Tensorflow, and Scikit-Learn. Experience with parallel programming, Linux/UNIX, and Shell scripting.   Preferred Qualifications Masters or further education in computer science or other related fields. Experience in remote sensing and geospatial data processing. Proficiency in front-end languages, libraries, and rendering technologies (JavaScript, Node.js, templating languages, web frameworks, HTML5, CSS/SASS).

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Laboratory Technician, Molecular Diagnostics – Hypercell

At Hypercell Technologies our vision is to revolutionize the way we manage infectious disease in animals. This is a big goal, and to get there we have developed two ground-breaking technologies: A rapid point-of-care molecular diagnostic to assess the infectious status of animals A monoclonal antibody therapeutic to protect animals against the most dangerous and economically costly infectious diseases We’ve demonstrated the effectiveness of both technologies in clinical trials and are currently working with end customers to validate their product profiles. We are a venture-backed, mission-driven company and are on a tremendous growth trajectory. As a lab technician, you will be a key contributor to our ability to get our life-saving technology to farmers and families around the globe. You will primarily be in charge of conducting the assays and experiments necessary for the development of the molecular diagnostic, under the supervision of a Senior Scientist / Principal Investigator. You will be collaborating with the lab technicians and scientists from the world-renown College of Veterinary Medicine, Integrated Food Animal Management Systems and Institute of Genomic Biology at the University of Illinois. Notice to candidates: We believe that a more diverse and inclusive team is critical to having a big impact and success. As part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we use blind screening for all applications. What You’ll Do: Collaborate with the Senior Scientist / Principal Investigator to design and execute critical experiments for our molecular diagnostic Perform routine laboratory functions to conduct key experiments, including cell culturing, use of bioreactors, QPCR or equivalent, and gel electrophoresis for proteins and nucleic acids. Set up, calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment and apparatus such as pH meters, CO2 incubators and centrifuges Record and analyze data; write reports, reviews and summaries on the findings of experiments and trials to discuss with Hypercell’s leadership Collect and prepare samples, solutions, cultures and specimens; ensure proper storage and safe disposal of waste Follow all laboratory, State and Federal safety regulations Stay up to date with relevant scientific developments that can improve the efficiency of lab operations including equipment upgrades and literature supporting Hypercell efforts As the Laboratory Technician, you should have: A Bachelor’s degree in molecular biology, biological sciences, microbiology, or a related field 2-4 years of experience working in a cell biology laboratory setting Experience in the operation and maintenance of technical laboratory equipment such as CO2 incubators, bioreactors, QPCR, protein and nucleic acid electrophoresis equipment Highly organized, superb attention to detail and ability to complete tasks with the highest degree of accuracy A passion for science and the desire to learn and follow new scientific techniques Excellent written and oral communication skills Strong time management and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and proactively Salary Range: $50-70K Like the rest of the Hypercell team, you’ll be eligible for competitive benefits, including health, vision and dental insurance.  To Apply Please send your resume and a short note to Alex Prokup, Senior Scientist at Hypercell Technologies (aprokup@hypercelltech.com).

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Genective VP of Quality Management and Compliance

SUMMARY Genective, a JV between two leading global seed companies, Limagrain and KWS, is seeking a strategic yet hands-on, result-oriented, and stakeholder savvy VP of Quality Management & Compliance to join our fast-growing team in the U.S. and to provide enterprise-wide leadership and oversight for quality, stewardship, and regulatory compliance.  This position reports to the President & CEO and is a member of Genective’s Executive Leadership Team (ELT).  The primary working location is Champaign, IL, with flexibility for other locations within reasonable commuting distance.  Domestic and international travel may be required from time to time. THE POSITION As a direct report to the President and CEO, the VP of Quality Management & Compliance is the top leader to ensure Genective operation is under sound quality management and in full compliance with all applicable regulations. Essential Responsibilities Quality management: establish an enterprise Quality Management System (QMS) for Genective to ensure quality and efficiency of R&D and Enabling activities: Identify applicable regulations for R&D and Enabling activities to guide policies and processes Establish policies, processes, and KPIs and lead implementation across the enterprise Identify system needs (IT infrastructure, IT tools, data collection and subscription, etc.); Leverage existing system resources, and lead sourcing for additional resources if need, to ensure system readiness Monitor quality results, conduct audits, request corrective actions, and ensure effective and timely corrections Stewardship: Serve as the Genective representative at Excellence Through Stewardship (ETS) Establish GMO stewardship polices, processes, and KPIs, within the QMS, and lead implementation across the enterprise Lead Genective towards successful ETS re-certifications, with the next one required in 2024 Ensure adoption and effectiveness of GMO stewardship throughout the entire operation of Genective and throughout the full life cycle of Genective products Regulatory (immediate focus): Keep up to date with the latest in regulatory legislation and guidelines in key GMO markets Ensure full Regulatory Compliance throughout the entire operation of Genective Participate in Genective Research pipeline and portfolio reviews and establish timelines for Regulatory Science and Regulatory Affairs activities accordingly Ensure data for future Regulatory Science and Regulatory Affairs needs are captured according to regulatory requirements Regulatory (future responsibility expansion with proven success in job and demonstrated growth or experience when join Genective): Establish Regulatory Science and Regulatory Affairs capabilities for Genective as per timelines established Lead de-regulation activities for target markets as per timelines established Leads Genective’s workplace safety and employee health process and communication Advocates and disseminates the mind-set and practice of “it’s everyone’s job to ensure quality and 100% compliance in everything we do” Liaises with and maintains a strong relationship with counterparts at parent companies and AgReliant for alignment needed Additional Responsibilities As requested by the President & CEO QUALIFICATIONS The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications: Proven record of success establishing, implanting, or significantly improving a Quality Management System (QMS) in biotechnology, preferably plant biotechnology, or crop protection companies. This may include BQMS, ETS, GLP, or ISO type systems. Understanding of the audit process also very important Expert in setting up and maintaining stewardship principles based on ETS accreditation or similar program Proven record of success managing Regulatory Compliance parameters of a Biotech Product; expert in USDA, FDA, and EPA regulations for production, storage, movement, and environmental release of regulated material produced through biotechnology Expert knowledge of core technical functions needed for data creation that goes into regulatory submissions (USDA, FDA, EPA; global) for transgenic traits Understanding of regulatory dossier creation, submittal, registration, and effective communication with global Regulatory Agencies A strategic thinker, capable of effectively contributing to establish/communicate clear vision and strategy with measurable goals, balanced with attention to critical details and capability to drive execution and deliver results in an entrepreneurial environment Open minded and capable of integrating business aspects, scientific aspects, non-scientific aspects (R&D related legal, IP, regulatory, quality management) and infrastructure / operational aspects into decision processes High degree of influencing leadership skills in an international setting among diverse cultures Excellent communication skills and able to adjust communication style to highly different audiences Willing and able to take feedback in a positive manner as you will be challenged. Humility is critical Excellent project management skills and the ability to manage working teams effectively without direct authorities MS or PhD in a relevant discipline such as Biological Sciences, Ag Sciences, Biochemistry, or other Certifications associated with BQMS, ETS, GLP, ISO Ag Biotech compliance training – training to other stakeholders both internal and external THE REWARD Competitive base salary, bonus, 401(K), medical, dental, vision, FSA for health care and dependent care, short-term disability, long-term disability, basic and voluntary life insurance and AD&D insurance plans, EAP, paid holiday, sick time, vacation, and parental leave, as well as support programs for company car, fitness, education, and employee referral.  Plus, fun and satisfaction working in a high trust, high empowerment, high impact, entrepreneurial environment with a close-knit team.  Plus, a path to become Chief Compliance Officer with proven success in the job and demonstrated growth to manage Regulatory Science and Regulatory Affairs when established. THE ORGANIZATION About Genective Genective is a 50/50 joint venture established between Limagrain and KWS, two of the world’s largest seed companies. With entities and activities in North America, South America, Europe, and Asia, Genective is currently dedicated to the research, development, and commercialization of transgenic traits for corn. About Limagrain As the fourth largest seed company worldwide, Limagrain’s mission is to move agriculture forward to meet global food related challenges. Limagrain is a cooperative group founded and managed by French farmers. Its parent company, Coopérative Limagrain, brings together nearly 2,000 farmers located in the center of France. The Group creates, produces and distributes field seeds, vegetable seeds and cereal products. Limagrain is present in 56 countries and has more than 10,000 employees. It makes nearly 2.5 billion Euros of sales with recognized brands on their markets: LG, Vilmorin, Hazera, Harris Moran, Jacquet, Brossard. About KWS KWS is one of the world’s leading plant breeding companies. In the fiscal year 2017/18 more than 5,000 employees in 70

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Mechanical Engineer – Yummy Future

Yummy Future is building robotic infrastructure for the restaurant industry, starting with robotic coffee shops. We’re backed by investors like Y Combinator, Soma Capital, and Asymmetry Ventures, have already signed many deals with food companies in a multi-trillion-dollar market, and are playing in an extremely constrained problem space and in a substantially less regulated industry than autonomous vehicles.   Come and define the future with us.   Our system: www.yummy-future.com   Technical Proficiency: Proficiency at 3D CAD with Fusion 360 3D Printing and Parts Assembly 3D printer Operational Knowledge and Maintenance Skills Functional Design with 3d Printing   Good to have: Electrical soldering Laser Cutting Plasma Cutting Woodworking Aluminum Extrusion/Fabrication Project Management & Lead Experience:   Advanced: CAM skills using CNC/ Router Python Programming PCB Design Proficiency at Solidworks Linear Algebra Solidworks Sheet Metal Manufacturing   Bonus: Rendering Software like C4D; Python/C/Arduino Programming Electronic Knowledge   Apply by sending your resume to Garrett@yummy-future.com or Hiring@yummy-future.com  

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Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant Starfire Industries LLC has an opening for a Staff Accountant with a very flexible and adaptable schedule to meet both party’s needs.  The successful candidate will work side-by-side with our Director of Finance & Accounting and HR/Office Manager. Strong computer knowledge, communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines is a must.  Familiarity with federal contracting is desired.  Experience with QuickBooks is key requirement, electronic timekeeping and recordkeeping for audit-traceability is critical.  Firm foundation in Microsoft Excel and experience with Office 365 and TEAMS is a plus.  The position is flexible to accommodate half-time (~20hrs/week) or full-time employment depending on the candidate. Starfire is a leading manufacturer of IMPULSE® pulsed power modules and RADION™ plasma sources for thin-film deposition systems, and nGen® portable neutron generators and Centurion® compact particle accelerators for industrial, medical, and diagnostic imaging.  We are a fast-paced, small-company atmosphere with an opportunity to work with an incredible team, contribute to multiple products in development/production and make an impact.  Starfire recently re-located in Champaign, IL to a 194,000 sq. ft. facility. Job Description Support cost tracking, AP and AR, and account reconciliations Assist with financial data entry and generating financial reports Maintain electronic and paper filing systems Check figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper codes. Assist in compliance with federal and state policies, procedures, and regulations. Support external and internal audits Directly report to the Director of Finance & Accounting Support Office Manager with administrative tasks as needed Other duties as assigned Required A. or B.S. degree in relevant field Minimum of 2+ years’ post-college work experience Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work Attention to detail and problem-solving skills Excellent written and verbal communications skills Strong organization and planning skills Experience in: QuickBooks Microsoft Office 365 Desired Minimum of 5+ years’ post-college work experience Experience in: DCAA or Federal Accounting Standards Experience with Federal Auditing and Internal Compliance Audits Applicant must be a U.S. Person and eligible work on restricted U.S. Government projects or obtain security clearance.  To apply visit starfireindustries.com/careers or email your resume to hr@starfireindustries.com.

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Streaming Big Data Architect – Yahoo

It takes powerful technology to connect our brands and partners with an audience of nearly 900 million. Whether you’re looking to write mobile app code, engineer the servers behind our massive ad tech stacks, or develop algorithms to help us process trillions of data points a day, what you do here will have a huge impact on our business—and the world. Want in?   We are looking for experienced and motivated software engineers to help build a highly scalable and robust next generation Big Data stack in the public cloud to power Yahoo’s data processing needs. The qualified engineer would work on one or more of the following open source projects: Hadoop Core, Storm, Spark, or Flink. Yahoo’s Big Data stack powers the most demanding Big Data applications in the industry. These applications run on some of the largest Hadoop clusters ever built! 50,000 nodes strong and several multi-thousand node clusters bring scalable computing to a whole new level. Yahoo pioneered this level of scale with Hadoop and continues to be a key leader in this space. If you love to solve complex and challenging problems, can work independently, and want to participate in some of the most exciting open source projects, we want to hear from you!. If you want to work with Hadoop, Storm, Spark, or Flink and get a deep understanding of cloud computing, this is the job for you. As a software engineer in Yahoo’s Big Data team, you will work alongside the leaders in these open source projects. The team is made up of several PMCs (Program Management Committee members) and Committers in these key Apache open source projects. This leadership position keeps Yahoo in the forefront of these projects both directionally and technically. Working in this sort of open source environment is an amazing opportunity to learn from the best; AND to immediately begin contributing to some of the most active Apache projects. Job Qualifications: B.S. in Computer Science equivalent or higher with solid academic background Strong object oriented programming skills in C++/Java 5+ years experience in software development Must be able to independently develop high quality components of the system Fast learner, who can quickly come up to speed with different technologies & develop prototypes as required Excellent verbal, written, and communication/presentation skills Excellent debugging/testing skills, and excellent analytical and problem solving skills Experience with Big Data on Public Cloud, and Flink is a plus   Yahoo is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, gender, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other protected category. Yahoo is dedicated to providing an accessible environment for all candidates during the application process and for employees during their employment. If you need accessibility assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please submit a request via the Accommodation Request Form (www.yahooinc.com/careers/contact-us.html) or call 408-336-1409. Requests and calls received for non-disability related issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.   At Yahoo, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best. Check out our diversity and inclusion (www.yahooinc.com/diversity/) page to learn more.   US Only: Please be aware that Yahoo requires all employees entering a U.S. Yahoo office and/or attending a company event (including client events) are required to be vaccinated for COVID-19.  This position will require the successful candidate to obtain and show proof of a vaccination to enter a U.S. Yahoo office and/or attending a company event (including client events).  Yahoo is an equal opportunity employer, and will provide reasonable accommodation to those individuals who are unable to be vaccinated consistent with federal, state, and local law.

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Data Science Engineer – Ascent

Summary We are looking for a Data Science Engineer to support us in developing the Satellite Image Structural Mapping Tool that predicts the internal structural layout of buildings using external characteristics (i.e door, window locations, building geometry and dimensions). Direct Responsibilities ●  Work closely with the Lead Machine Learning Engineer and the rest of the software team to develop the Satellite Image Structural Mapping Tool. ●  Focus on the feature engineering aspect of the project and help develop descriptors that encode the external characteristics of buildings (i.e door, window locations, building geometry and dimensions, etc.) in a physically meaningful way. ●  Participate in implementing, training, testing, and deploying state-of-the-art machine learning models. ●  Gather, augment, and analyze data used for the machine learning models. ●  Collaborate via Slack, GitHub comments, and documents. What We Look For ●  Highly motivated individual who has a drive to learn new things. ●  Must be a current undergraduate student at an accredited university, majoring in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Statistics, Mathematics, or related fields with sufficient experience in data science and Machine Learning. ●  Proficiency in Linear Algebra, Probabilities and Statistics. ●  Proficiency in Python and Jupyter, experience with scientific computing, data science, and machine learning libraries (i.e numpy, scikit-learn, pytorch, etc.) ●  Experience in Computer Vision and Deep Neural Networks. ●  Experience in cloud computing platforms such as AWS and GCP. ●  Experience in Reinforcement Learning and Graph Neural Networks is a plus. ●  Experience in Java, Android Studio, C/C++ is a plus. Click Here to Apply!

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Embedded Systems and Microcontroller Engineer – Ascent

Overview We are looking for an Embedded Systems and Microcontroller Engineer to support us in the development of our ShieldPortal on the Android platform and expand our current connectivity options.   Direct Responsibilities ●  Microcontroller (ESP32, STM32x) bare-metal programming using embedded C and assembly languages ●  Build services that communicate with our server-side technologies, developing connectivity stack solutions where necessary ●  Design and develop tools to optimize QA, deployment, and support ●  Problem-solve issues with remote deployments ●  Work closely with Ascent CTO on communicating future roadmap What We Look For ●  A highly motivated individual who has the drive to learn new things ●  Senior Undergraduate or Graduate student ●  Willing and excited to collaborate with others ●  Must have experience with Arduino   Click Here to Apply! 

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Operations Specialist – Yummy Future

Yummy Future is a food robotics startup. We design and build robotic coffee shops. As a new business, we are looking for highly energetic and innovative people with a go-getter attitude. This is a unique opportunity to work with a fast-paced start-up that is quickly expanding! This role requires Fluent Chinese & Fluent English ABOUT THE JOB Monitor day-to-day operations, while tracking and reporting on performance and recommending actionable improvements as necessary Order supplies and manage inventory to ensure adequate stocking and adherence to budget limitations, coordinating with accounting and finance departments Create procedures and protocols (such as checklists) and distribute to staff Communication and coordination with staff (including the executive operations team) and vendors Train and onboard new employees on operational protocols to ensure all staff members adhere to standard operating procedures (SOP’s) REQUIREMENT Good communication skills – interpersonal, verbal, and written Proven organizational skills, including time management Project management experience Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Self-sufficiency; the ability to work with minimal supervision Strong verbal and written communication skills Attention to detail Work schedule Full-Time position – 40 hours/week On-site work with the team (Champaign & Chicago) Fluent in Chinese and English We offer OPT Experience working with a top-notch startup team Free drinks and pastries at Yummy Future robotic coffee shops Apply on Handshake or send your resume to: Garrett@yummy-future.com or Hiring@yummy-future.com   Instagram: Yummy_Future_Robot Tiktok: Yummy_Future_Robot

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