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Best of ESMO 2025 Breast Cancer China Session
2025-11-29
The Best of ESMO 2025 Breast Cancer China Session is an ESMO Licensed Event scheduled as a virtual session on November 29, 2025, at 12:00 CET.
This event is designed to efficiently disseminate the most practice-changing and relevant scientific findings in breast cancer from the main ESMO Congress 2025 to healthcare professionals in the region. The content is accessible online and is presented in both Chinese (Traditional) and English.

Best of MASCC India 2025
2025-11-29 09:00 - 18:00 (America/Halifax) | Fairfield by Marriott, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, Samitha Industrial Estate, Plot No. 16-B, Andheri - Kurla Rd, Saki Naka, Mumbai, Maharashtra, 400072, India
The Best of MASCC 2025 – 7th Annual Meeting of Supportive Care in Cancer is a one-day conference focused on advances in supportive care for cancer patients.
Organized by the Integrated Association of Supportive Care in Cancer (IASCC) in collaboration with MASCC and the Nag Foundation, the event is scheduled for Saturday, November 29th, 2025, running from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
The conference will be held in-person at the Fairfield by Marriott, Mumbai, and operates under the theme: “Advancing Supportive Cancer Care: Evidence, Innovation and Compassion.” The program is designed to bring together clinicians, researchers, and professionals to highlight key takeaways from the international MASCC 2025 meeting and showcase current research and innovative supportive care practices within India.
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SIOP Nursing News Meeting
2025-12-01
The SIOP Nursing News Meeting is a virtual event organized by the International Society of Paediatric Oncology (SIOP) to facilitate alignment and collaboration within the SIOP Nursing Network.
Scheduled for Monday, December 1, 2025, at 3 PM CET (Central European Time) via Zoom, the primary objective of this meeting is to share progress highlights, key outputs, and next steps from the various SIOP Nursing groups, ensuring members stay informed and can identify opportunities to work together on common goals.
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Cancer Cell Plasticity: Cracking the Code of Adaptation and Survival
2025-12-02 - 2025-12-03
The conference “Cancer Cell Plasticity: Cracking the Code of Adaptation and Survival,” organized by the European Association for Cancer Research (EACR), is a Virtual Event scheduled for December 2-3, 2025. The educational focus is on the fundamental mechanisms that control cancer cell plasticity—the ability of cancer cells to change their phenotype, function, and behavior to adapt and survive.
Experts will discuss non-genetic mechanisms (like epigenetic modifications and metabolic reprogramming) that drive tumour heterogeneity, metastasis, and therapeutic resistance, with the ultimate goal of advancing knowledge to develop innovative therapeutic strategies to prevent or reverse the adaptive prowess of cancer cells.

Hack4Hope 2025: 2nd Edition
2025-12-03 | Futur4care, Watt-Biopark, 8 Rue Jean Antoine de Baïf, 75013
Hack4Hope 2025, taking place on December 3 at Futur4care, Watt-Biopark in Paris, is organized by the Paris-Saclay Cancer Cluster (PSCC) and its Childhood Cancer Working Group. Building on the success of the first edition, this event aims to improve the treatment outcomes of childhood cancer. The event will bring together experts from diverse fields, including clinicians, researchers, industry leaders, AI and machine learning experts, entrepreneurs, and patient representatives, fostering collaboration to make significant progress in childhood cancer care.
Participants can join either as competing projects, with access to expert mentorship, resources, and financial prizes, or as attendees to hear presentations, witness innovative solutions, and network with key stakeholders. Hack4Hope 2025 offers an opportunity to contribute to revolutionary advancements in pediatric oncology and to be part of a community dedicated to offering a brighter future for children with cancer and their families. Registration is open for both candidates and attendees, with remote participation available.

ESMO Guidelines: Real World Cases - Webinar Series: Prostate Cancer 2025
2025-12-03
The ESMO Guidelines: Real World Cases – Prostate Cancer 2025 is a one-hour live virtual webinar held by the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) on December 3, 2025, at 18:30 CET. Its goal is to disseminate and critically review the updated ESMO Clinical Practice Guidelines for prostate cancer by applying them to a detailed, real-world clinical case, focusing on optimal treatment sequencing and the integration of novel therapies.
The session is targeted at all healthcare professionals working in Oncology, and live viewers will be awarded a certificate of attendance and 1 ESMO-MORA category 1 point.
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Psychosocial Standards of Cancer Care from AHOPCA Region
2025-12-03
The webinar “Psychosocial Standards of Cancer Care from AHOPCA Region“ is an educational, online session focused on pediatric oncology. Scheduled for Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at 3 PM CET (Central European Time) via Zoom, the webinar will be presented by speaker Ana Cáceres Serrano, PhD, a Guatemalan psycho-oncologist.
The session aims to teach participants the process carried out by the psychosocial teams in the AHOPCA region (Pediatric Hemato-Oncology Association of Central America) to establish their own standards for psychosocial care. The AHOPCA region includes Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, and Haiti.
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CancerWISE - CJC AFRICA Cervical Cancer Virtual Tumor Board
2025-12-03
The CJC AFRICA Cervical Cancer Virtual Tumor Board will hold its next CancerWISE session, dedicated to the management of Metastatic Cervical Cancer, on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at 19:00 Cairo Time via Zoom.
Organized by the CAIRO Journal Club, this free educational virtual tumor board is designed for healthcare professionals (HCPs) across Africa and is supported by an educational grant from MSD Africa. Registration is mandatory to attend this session, which focuses on advancing knowledge in cervical cancer care.
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ESMO Preceptorship on Gastric Cancer 2025: Singapore
2025-12-03 - 2025-12-04 | Singapore, Republic of Singapore
The ESMO Preceptorship on Gastric Cancer 2025: Singapore is an intensive two-day educational event focused on the multidisciplinary management of gastric and gastro-esophageal junction (GEJ) cancers.
Scheduled for December 3–4, 2025, in Singapore, Republic of Singapore, the program is designed to cover topics ranging from the fundamentals of epidemiology and molecular factors to best clinical practices in surgical, adjuvant, and metastatic settings. The course aims to teach participants to compare various approaches, manage special situations and side effects, and learn about novel treatment targets. This event is accredited with 9 ESMO-MORA category 1 points.

ESMO Preceptorship on Breast Cancer 2025: Singapore
2025-12-03 - 2025-12-04 | Singapore, Republic of Singapore
The ESMO Preceptorship on Breast Cancer 2025: Singapore is a two-day educational event focused on various aspects of breast cancer management, co-chaired by Rebecca Dent and Matteo Lambertini.
Scheduled for December 3–4, 2025, in Singapore, Republic of Singapore, the program aims to provide comprehensive learning on screening, diagnosis, genetic testing, the biology of the disease, and the crucial role of multidisciplinary care in managing early, locally advanced, and metastatic breast cancer across surgical, radiation, and systemic therapy settings. The course is accredited with 10 ESMO-MORA category 1 points

65th Annual Meeting of the Italian Cancer Society Targeting Cancer Hallmarks
2025-12-03 - 2025-12-05 | Grattacielo Intesa Sanpaolo, Corso Inghilterra, 3, Turin, Piedmont, 10138, Italy
The 65th Annual Meeting of the Italian Cancer Society (SIC), themed “Targeting Cancer Hallmarks,” is scheduled to take place from 3-5 December in Turin, Italy, at the Grattacielo Intesa Sanpaolo. The conference will address the core biological capabilities that enable cancer cells to survive and proliferate, focusing on the latest strategies for targeting these hallmarks through cutting-edge technologies and artificial intelligence. Organized by Scientific Coordinators Maurizio D’Incalci and Federica Di Nicolantonio, the meeting is designed for a broad audience, including basic, pre-clinical, translational, and clinical researchers, with abstract submissions open until Saturday, 20 September 2025.

6th CRC Screening Summit
2025-12-04
The 6th Colorectal Cancer (CRC) Screening Summit, hosted by Digestive Cancers Europe (DiCE), is an online event scheduled for December 4, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM CET. The summit will build upon previous discussions regarding the urgent challenge of early detection and prevention of colorectal cancer, a leading cause of cancer deaths in Europe.
The goal is to collaborate with experts, healthcare professionals, and policymakers to advance effective, accessible, and sustainable screening programs across the continent, driving progress toward better prevention, earlier diagnosis, and improved health outcomes for all European communities.
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Anti-HER2 Therapies: Biological Mechanisms and Toxicity Management
2025-12-04
The event “Anti-HER2 therapies: biological mechanisms and toxicity management“ is a live webinar scheduled for December 4, 2025, at 18:00 CET.
This online educational session is focused on breast cancer and will feature experts who will discuss the molecular mechanisms that underpin HER2-targeted treatments and their role in improving patient outcomes, while also providing a comprehensive and practical overview of the challenges and strategies for managing therapy-related toxicities.
The webinar aims to enhance the knowledge of clinicians and researchers involved in the care of patients with HER2-positive breast cancer.

Pediatric Cardio-Oncology Consortium Virtual Summit
2025-12-04
The Pediatric Cardio-Oncology Consortium (PCOC) Virtual Summit is a complimentary, CME-accredited online event scheduled for December 4, 2025, 10 AM EST, and is jointly sponsored by Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, Sofia’s Hope, and the Pediatric Cardiomyopathy Registry, in conjunction with the International Cardio-Oncology Society.
The summit’s goal is to bring together a multidisciplinary group of healthcare professionals to discuss and shape the optimal management of pediatric cardio-oncology. The program is focused on three main sessions: Multi-Modality Imaging Surveillance in pediatric cardio-oncology, Cardiovascular Toxicity in Pediatric Oncology (covering new agents like Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors and Immunotherapies), and addressing Cardiovascular Disease in Young Adult Survivors.
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7th European Cancer Forum
2025-12-04 | Residence Palace, Brussels, Rue de la Loi 155, Bruxelles (Brussels), Region of Brussels-Capital, 1040, Belgium
The 7th edition of the European Cancer Forum (ECF) on December 4, 2025, will be held under the theme “Innovation, Security and Sustainability: Shaping the Future of Cancer Care,” aiming to ensure that advancements in oncology are not sidelined by the EU’s focus on external challenges.
This high-level policy forum will gather leading policymakers, healthcare professionals, industry experts, and patient advocates to reflect on progress under Europe’s Beating Cancer Plan and strategically align the future of cancer care with the European Union’s broader ambitions for health security, innovation, and long-term sustainable healthcare systems.
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How to Make Sense of Treatment Options for Hepatocellular Carcinoma in 2025
2025-12-04
The OncoWisdom Webinar titled, “How to Make Sense of Treatment Options for Hepatocellular Carcinoma in 2025,” is a free session for oncologists, surgeons, hepatologists, and researchers focusing on liver cancer care. The live, online event is scheduled for December 4, 2025, starting at 6:30 PM IST (Indian Standard Time).
The agenda includes an opening session on Integrating local and systemic therapy in HCC, followed by a panel discussion on current and emerging data, all part of OncoWisdom’s mission to facilitate evidence-based discussions among global experts to elevate cancer care worldwide.
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Exploring the Tumour Immune Landscape: Spatial and Functional Insights
2025-12-04 15:00 - 16:00
The “Exploring the tumour immune landscape: Spatial and functional insights” EACR and 10x Genomics Webinar is a free, virtual event scheduled for December 4, 2025, from 15:00 to 16:00 CET on Zoom.
This educational collaboration between the European Association for Cancer Research (EACR) and 10x Genomics focuses on using advanced technologies to understand the tumor immune microenvironment. The webinar will feature two expert speakers discussing research on spatially resolving antigen receptors in tumor tissue, and the ex vivo modeling of the tumor immune microenvironment in lung cancer to investigate responses to therapies and immune evasion mechanisms.
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Gustave Roussy and Friends Invite 2025
2025-12-05 | Espace Congrès les Esselières, 3 Boulevard Chastenet de Géry, Villejuif, Val-de-Marne, 94800, France
The Gustave Roussy and Friends Invite 2025: Connecting institutions, sharing visions, transforming cancer care will hold its second edition on December 3, 2025, in Paris. The annual event is a dynamic platform for collaboration, bringing together oncological teams and their medical ecosystems to exchange insights on the evolving landscape of cancer treatment and patient care. This edition will honor the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) and the National Center for Tumor Diseases (NCT) Heidelberg as distinguished guests, with lectures and discussions focusing on critical topics such as institutional transformation, healthcare organization, research, access to innovative therapies, and the essential role of patient representation.

French Society for Cancer Immunotherapy Highlights Webinar 2025
2025-12-05
The French Society for Cancer Immunotherapy is hosting its Highlights 2025 Webinar – Innovations and Perspectives in Immuno-Oncology, an essential, free educational event scheduled for Friday, December 5, from 12:15 PM to 2:00 PM (live on Teams). The primary focus of the webinar is to showcase the 2025 advances in both clinical and translational research within the dynamic field of immuno-oncology. The event promises a high level of expertise, featuring a prestigious panel of speakers from top French institutions.
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Essential Breast Cancer Medicines
2025-12-05
The Webinar: Essential Breast Cancer Medicines, a free, live, interactive online event organized by ecancer as part of the Grand Rounds in Breast Cancer series, is scheduled for December 5, 2025, at 12:00 GMT / 13:00 CET.
The webinar will feature a panel of global experts, including Dr. Didier Verhoeven (Chair), Prof. Helena Earl, Dr. Emad Shash, and Prof. Luiz Gebrim, to discuss the topic of breast cancer medicines and provide perspectives from different regions worldwide.
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IASLC/ASCO 2025 North America Conference on Lung Cancer
2025-12-05 - 2025-12-07 | Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, 540 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60611, United States
The IASLC/ASCO 2025 North America Conference on Lung Cancer (NACLC 2025) is a major event dedicated to advancing lung cancer care, spotlighting the latest in clinical research, early detection, and breakthrough therapies for thoracic malignancies. The conference is a dynamic in-person experience designed for clinicians, researchers, and advocates to collaborate, discover cutting-edge treatments, and explore strategies to advance equity. It will be held in Chicago from December 5 to December 7, 2025. The NACLC 2025 is jointly organized by IASLC (International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer) and ASCO (American Society of Clinical Oncology).
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ESMO Asia Congress 2025
2025-12-05 08:00 - 2025-12-07 17:00 | Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, 1 Raffles Boulevard Singapore, Singapore, 039593, Singapore
ESMO Asia Congress 2025 will be held from December 5-7, 2025 at Singapore, Republic of Singapore.
The congress serves as a vital platform to advance cancer care through the latest scientific discoveries, innovative therapies, and evolving clinical practices. Whether you’re a clinician, researcher, or healthcare provider, this gathering offers a front-row seat to the future of oncology.
Congress Officers for ESMO Asia Congress 2025 are Fabrice André, Do-Youn Oh, Sjoukje Oosting, Arun Azad, and Nadia Harbeck.
Attendees can expect a rich and diverse programme featuring plenary lectures, multidisciplinary tumour boards, “Meet the Expert” sessions, and poster presentations, all designed to promote cross-disciplinary learning and collaboration. With a strong emphasis on clinical excellence and global perspectives, ESMO Asia fosters a vibrant exchange of knowledge, helping to shape cancer treatment strategies tailored to the region’s unique challenges.
Mark your calendar for this transformative event in Singapore, where science meets practice to improve patient outcomes.
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SITC-ASH Scientific Workshop on Host Factors in Cell and Gene Therapy: Impact on Efficacy and Toxicity
2025-12-05 15:00 - 18:00 | Orange County Convention Center, 9860 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL, 32819-8706, United States
The SITC-ASH Scientific Workshop on Host Factors in Cell and Gene Therapy: Impact on Efficacy and Toxicity is a collaborative scientific workshop organized by the American Society of Hematology (ASH) and the Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer (SITC).
Scheduled for Friday, December 5, 2025, from 3:00–6:00 p.m. ET, the workshop will be held in conjunction with the ASH Annual Meeting at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. The program focuses on how host biology influences the efficacy and toxicity of cell and gene therapies, with expert speakers sharing recent findings and discussing strategies to optimize outcomes for both hematologic and solid tumor applications.
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67th ASH Annual Meeting and Exposition
2025-12-06 - 2025-12-09 | Orange County Convention Center, 9860 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL, 32819-8706, United States
The 67th ASH Annual Meeting and Exposition, the world’s most comprehensive event in classical and malignant hematology, is scheduled to take place virtually and in-person from December 6–9, 2025. The in-person component will be held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida.
Hosted by the American Society of Hematology, the meeting attracts over 30,000 attendees and features more than 5,000 novel abstracts, providing a world-class educational and networking experience for researchers, clinicians, trainees, and industry professionals. Registration is now open for ASH members, non-members, groups, exhibitors, and media.

ON-COLLAB Brazil - International Workshop on Oncology Research Methods
2025-12-06 - 2025-12-10 | Hotel Fazenda Hípica Atibaia – SP / Brazil, Estrada Guaxinduva, 1145, Atibaia, São Paulo (SP), 12940-000, Brazil
The International Workshop on Oncology Research Methods (ON-COLLAB Brazil) is a five-day, fully funded immersive program organized by the Brazilian Ministry of Health, the University Hospitals Company (EBSERH) and 45 University Hospitals Network.
Taking place December 5-10, 2025, in Atibaia, São Paulo, Brazil, the workshop aims to strengthen research capacity in oncology by connecting national and international experts with early- and mid-career healthcare professionals.
Designed for clinicians, residents, and researchers working in oncology and related fields, ON-COLLAB focuses on developing and refining participants’ clinical and applied research project proposals. Through lectures, hands-on group work, and mentorship from global leaders affiliated with ASCO, EORTC, AORTIC, and Nature Cancer Reviews, attendees will enhance their knowledge in research design, data analysis, and scientific writing.
Participation in the workshop is free of charge, with accommodation and meals provided. A total of 24 professionals will be selected, and notably, one-third of places are reserved for applicants from Portuguese-speaking African countries and Latin America.
Registration runs from October 9-29, 2025, and applicants are encouraged to submit a preliminary oncology research proposal to be refined during the program.
For inquiries, contact on-collab@ebserh.gov.br.

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Japan TeamOncology Workshop (4th Team Science Workshop)
2025-12-07 | National Center for Global Health and Medicine, 1-chōme-21-1 Toyama, Shinjuku City, Tokyo, 162-8655, Japan
The Japan TeamOncology Workshop (4th Team Science Workshop) is a two-part educational program focusing on promoting patient-centered, multidisciplinary cancer care.
The first part is an online session via Zoom on Sunday, December 7, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (JST).
The second part is an in-person session held over three days: Saturday, January 10, Sunday, January 11, and Monday, January 12, 2026, at the National Center for Global Health and Medicine in Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Japan.
The workshop, now in its 24th year, convenes oncology care professionals from Japan and across Asia to enhance their leadership and communication skills through didactic lectures, interactive small group discussions, and project-based learning (PBL), with a special emphasis on Psychological Safety and Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.

ESMO Preceptorship on NSCLC and SCLC 2025: Singapore
2025-12-08 - 2025-12-09 | The Orchard Singapore Hotel, 442 Orchard Road, Singapore, 238879, Singapore
The ESMO Preceptorship on NSCLC and SCLC 2025 in Singapore, taking place from 8 December 2025 to 9 December 2025, brings together oncology professionals to explore best practices in managing non-small-cell and small-cell lung cancer across all stages.
The programme covers the latest in targeted therapies, actionable driver alterations, immune checkpoint blockade, novel immunotherapies, and systemic treatment of SCLC and pleural mesothelioma. Accredited with 10 ESMO-MORA category 1 points, the preceptorship offers participants hands-on learning, expert insights, and a travel grant for non-local attendees to support participation.

San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium (SABCS) 2025
2025-12-09 - 2025-12-12 | SABCS, Henry B. González Convention Center, 900 E. Market Street, San Antonio, Texas 78205, San Antonio, TX, 78205, United States
The San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium (SABCS) 2025 will be held from December 9–12, 2025, at the Henry B. González Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas, USA. Recognized globally as one of the leading conferences in breast cancer research and treatment, SABCS provides an unparalleled forum for the presentation and discussion of the latest scientific advances in both experimental biology and clinical care of breast cancer.
The symposium brings together basic scientists, clinicians, and healthcare professionals from around the world to foster collaboration and exchange of knowledge that drives progress in breast cancer prevention, diagnosis, and therapy. With its comprehensive program of plenary lectures, case discussions, and abstract presentations, SABCS 2025 will continue its tradition of promoting excellence and innovation in breast cancer research and patient care.
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AACR Special Conference in Cancer Research: The Rise in Early-Onset Cancers - Knowledge Gaps and Research Opportunities
2025-12-10 - 2025-12-13 | 615 Chestnut Street, 17th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19106-4404, USA, 615 Chestnut Street, 17th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19106-4404, USA, Philadelphia, PA, 19106-4404, United States
This AACR Special Conference in Cancer Research will be held December 10–13, 2025, in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
The meeting is designed as an in-person event, with all presentations delivered live, though the content will later be made available on demand.
The scientific program covers topics such as epidemiology of early-onset cancer, mechanisms (metabolic, exogenous, endogenous), detection and screening, interception strategies, and global disparities in early-onset cancers.
This conference provides a forum for researchers, clinicians, and public health professionals to identify knowledge gaps and research opportunities in the rapidly evolving field of early-onset cancers. The sessions are structured to encourage cross-disciplinary dialogue and to spark ideas that can advance understanding and intervention strategies for cancers manifesting at younger ages.
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ESMO Virtual Journal Club: December 2025
2025-12-10
The ESMO Virtual Journal Club: December 2025 is a one-hour virtual educational event exclusively for ESMO Members, scheduled for Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at 18:30 CET.
Chaired by Dr. Anna Campbell, the Journal Club aims to enhance the understanding and application of the latest research in oncology by focusing on and critically evaluating two newly published studies: “Structured Exercise after Adjuvant Chemotherapy in Colon Cancer (CHALLENGE)” and “Low-Dose Aspirin for PI3K-Altered Localized Colorectal Cancer.” Live attendees will receive a certificate of attendance and 1 ESMO-MORA category 1 point.
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