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Postdoctoral Research Position, Brown University, Providence, RI, USA
Post-doctoral Research Fellow, Channing Laboratory, Boston, USA
Tenure Track Assistant/Associate Faculty Positions, University of Colorado, Denver, Colorado, USA
Molecular Epidemiologist, Boston University School of Public Health, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Environmental Epidemiologist, Boston University School of Public Health, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences Division Director, University of Texas, Houston, Texas, USA
Epidemiologist, Epidemiology International, Hunt Valley, Maryland, USA
Postdoctoral Epidemiology Research Positions, EOHSI, Piscataway, New Jersey, USA
Postdoctoral Research Position, Brown University, Providence, RI, USA
This is a postdoctoral research position in environmental health, with a focus on research ethics. This is a one-year position, with possible extension, depending on funding. The postdoctoral fellow will work on two projects that have just begun. One is an NIH-funded project, “Ethical and Legal Challenges in Communicating Individual Biomonitoring and Personal Exposure Results to Study Participants: Guidance for Researchers and Institutional Review Boards.” This project examines the experiences, values, and attitudes of participants in four personal exposure assessment studies and the perspectives of IRB members, researchers, clinicians, and legal experts, in order to provide guidance for exposure researchers and develop exemplary practices for ethical protocols to report individual results in personal exposure research. This project is a collaboration of Brown University, University of California-Berkeley, and Silent Spring Institute.
The second project is the NIEHS/EPA-funded Community Outreach and Translation Core of Brown’s newly-funded Children’s Environmental Health Center. This involves developing an ethics model for the research use of fetal tissue, providing ethics education and consultation to Center staff and hospital staff, providing education and capacity-building for tissue donors, and providing children’s environmental health education for the overall Brown University community and the general public. The Community Outreach and Translation Core will work with other organizations and agencies (children’s health, environmental health, other nonprofits, state Department of Health), and become a center for children’s environmental health resources for the Rhode Island community.
Even though the postdoc will be splitting their time between these two different projects, both projects are linked to overall issues of environmental health, the experience of routine chemical exposure, and research ethics. The postdoctoral fellow will be part of the Contested Illnesses Research Group, composed of students and faculty working on other funded projects at the intersection of sociology and environmental health. Some domestic traveling is required for the biomonitoring project. Applicants should have a doctorate in a social science or life science field related to environmental health and/or environmental justice. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of, and experience working in, community-based participatory research, as well as experience working in research settings with both social and life scientists. Candidates should have experience in interviewing and ethnographic observation.
Start date is flexible between April and June of 2010, with potential later summer start. Salary is $40,000-$45,000 depending on experience, and health and dental benefits are included.
Please send cover letter, CV, and names of three references to Phil Brown, Professor of Sociology and Environmental Studies, Brown University, Box 1916, Providence RI 02912 by March 15, 2010.
Posted March 2010
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Post-Doctoral Research Fellow, Channing Laboratory, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
The Channing Laboratory at the Harvard Medical School and Brigham & Women’s Hospital in Boston is seeking applicants for a post-doctoral position in environmental epidemiology. The qualified applicant will have the opportunity to participate in the design and analysis of studies on environmental risk factors for adverse child development. Opportunities include work with a large multidisciplinary team of researchers and access to a rich longitudinal dataset from an ongoing birth cohort study. Research activities include, but are not limited to the following areas:
- Exposure to organochlorines (PCBs, pesticides, etc.) and neurotoxic metals and adverse neurobehavioral outcomes in infancy and childhood.
- Exposure to plasticizers (phthalates, bisphenol A) and adverse neurobehavioral outcomes in childhood.
- Exposure to organochlorines and metals and risk of adverse reproductive and pubertal development.
Applicants should hold a doctoral degree in epidemiology or a related field, or a medical degree with experience in the conduct and analysis of epidemiologic studies. Applications will be considered from doctoral students who are close to completing their degree requirements.
To apply: Interested individuals should send a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, and a brief summary of research interests and experience to:
Susan Korrick, M.D., M.P.H.
Channing Laboratory
181 Longwood Ave.
Boston, MA 02115
fax: 617-525-2578
Email: susan.korrick@channing.harvard.edu
Posted February 2010
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Tenure Track Assistant/Associate Faculty Positions, University of Colorado, Denver
The Department of Environmental and Occupational Health in the Colorado School of Public Health (CSPH) invites applications for two tenure-track positions at the Assistant Professor level and one at the Associate Professor level.
We seek candidates with expertise in one or more areas of environmental or occupational health. Specific areas of interest include environmental or occupational epidemiology, molecular toxicology, environmental chemistry, and infectious disease. We encourage applicants with interests that address cross-disciplinary research in respiratory health, the modeling of environmental/occupational exposures or health outcomes, and the growing area of sustainability and public health, but all areas of occupational or environmental health will be considered if a strong research and teaching mission is articulated. These positions require a rigorous program of independent research along with teaching at the graduate level.
The Department’s goal is to build a multi-disciplinary faculty engaged in cutting edge environmental and occupational health research.
The CSPH was formed collaboratively by the University of Colorado Denver, Colorado State University and the University of Northern Colorado. The CSPH serves the Rocky Mountain Region by providing training, innovative research and community service. For more information see http://publichealth.ucdenver.edu/
For full job descriptions see: http://tinyurl.com/CSPH-EOHAssocProf and
http://tinyurl.com/CSPH-EOHAssistProf
Required Qualifications:
- A doctorate or MD/DVM with additional research training in public health or related disciplines;
- An established research program (Associate) or demonstrated potential to establish an independent research program (Assistant).
Applications are accepted electronically at https://www.jobsatcu.com/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1245267101145 Job Posting 808384 (Associate) and 808385 (Assistant).
The University of Colorado Denver is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding.
Posted December 2009
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Molecular Epidemiologist, Boston University School of Public Health, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
The Department of Environmental Health at Boston University School of Public Health (http://sph.bu.edu/) is seeking an applicant for an Associate or Full Professor faculty position in Molecular Epidemiology.
Position: The successful applicant will join an established graduate program and talented faculty. The recruited faculty member is expected to sustain a vigorous, extramurally-funded research program in the field of molecular epidemiology with a focus on investigating gene-environment interactions. Additional responsibilities will include mentoring postdoctoral fellows and graduate students enrolled in doctoral and masters level programs, teaching graduate-level environmental health courses, and university service.
Qualifications: Successful candidates for this position must have a doctorate in environmental health sciences, molecular biology, toxicology, or a related field, a demonstrated record of independent and collaborative research, interest and ability in teaching at the graduate level, and a record of peer-reviewed publications commensurate with experience and rank. Applicants who have specialized training and/or experience in genomics, epigenetics, or transgenerational effects of toxic exposures are strongly encouraged.
Applications: Complete applications received by February 15, 2010 will be assured of consideration. Review of applications will begin January 2, 2010. The anticipated start date is approximately September 2010. Applicants should send a detailed letter of interest, CV and list of references to Prof. Les Boden, Chair, Search Committee, Department of Environmental Health, Boston University School of Public Health, 715 Albany Street, T4W, Boston, MA 02118 (lboden@bu.edu). Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Posted December 2009
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Environmental Epidemiologist, Boston University School of Public Health, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
The Department of Environmental Health at Boston University School of Public Health (http://sph.bu.edu/) is seeking an applicant for an open rank faculty position.
Position: The successful applicant will join an established graduate program and talented faculty with expertise in the areas of human exposure assessment and biomonitoring of emerging contaminants, immunotoxic and neurological health effects of environmental exposures, spatial epidemiology and analyses of environmental exposures, and community-based participatory research.
The recruited faculty member is expected to sustain a vigorous, extramurally-funded research program in the field of environmental epidemiology with a focus on working with communities. Additional responsibilities will include mentoring postdoctoral fellows and graduate students enrolled in doctoral and masters level programs, teaching graduate-level environmental health courses, and engaging in university service.
Qualifications: Successful candidates for this position must have a doctorate in environmental health sciences, epidemiology, or a related field, a demonstrated record of independent and collaborative research, an interest and ability in teaching at the graduate level, and a record of peer-reviewed publications commensurate with experience and rank. We are especially interested in applicants who work in community settings, e.g., conduct community-based participatory research, address environmental health inequalities and environmental justice, or collaborate with community groups or NGOs within or outside
the US.
Applications: Complete applications received by February 15, 2010 will be assured of consideration. Review of applications will begin January 2, 2010. The anticipated start date is approximately September 2010. Applicants should send a detailed letter of interest, CV and list of references to Prof. Les Boden, Chair, Search Committee, Department of Environmental Health, Boston University School of Public Health, 715 Albany Street, T4W, Boston, MA 02118 (lboden@bu.edu). Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Posted December 2009
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Postdoctoral Position in Environmental Health Sciences, Division of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, University of California Irvine, Irvine, CA
An NIH-funded postdoctoral position is immediately available to study environmental and genetic determinants of ovarian function in women. The position is based within the Center for Occupational and Environmental Health at the University of California Irvine. Candidates should have a PhD or MD/PhD, research experience in molecular epidemiology and/or exposure science with an emphasis on biomarkers of exposure and less than 2 years of postdoctoral experience. Prior experience in research involving genotyping, SNP arrays, gas chromatography/high resolution mass spectrometry, and a track-record of publishing in peer-reviewed journals would be considered major advantages.
Interested applicants, please send via email: 1) current curriculum vitae, 2) statement of long-term career goals, and 3) three letters of reference to: Dr. Ulrike Luderer, uluderer@uci.edu; COEH, 5201 California Avenue, Suite 100, Irvine, CA 92617 USA
The University of California Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to excellence through diversity.
Posted December 2009
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Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences
Division Director, University of Texas, Houston
The University of Texas School of Public Health (UTSPH) is seeking an energetic leader to become Director of the Division of Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences (EOHS). A strong candidate is expected to have the ability to develop and maintain a long-term vision for the Division, to develop new programs, to increase and complement the success of existing programs, to mentor junior faculty and students, and to collaborate with faculty on research.
Qualified candidates must have a Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate in a field closely relevant to environmental or occupational health and have progressed to the rank of Full Professor, or equivalent in a non-academic environment. The candidate should have a strong record of independent and collaborative research, outstanding communication skills, strong record of leadership and team skills, and an orientation toward professional service.
The program in EOHS has over 35 years of excellence in teaching and research. The Division has ongoing research in a variety of areas including occupational health, exposure assessment, environmental and occupational epidemiology, industrial hygiene, and air and water quality. The Southwest Center for Occupational and Environmental Health, in the Division, houses a NIOSH Education and Research Center established over 30 years ago, along with a Fogarty training center, and provides an avenue for the development of research in all related areas as well as academic training in occupational health and safety.
The UTSPH is an integral part of the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston located in the Texas Medical Center. The UTSPH has five regional campuses (San Antonio, El Paso, Dallas, Brownsville, and Austin) that contribute to a broad range of teaching and research throughout the state and region.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Candidates should send a letter describing their qualifications and interests along with their curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references to: Robert Emery, DrPH, Search Committee Chair, The University of Texas School of Public Health, PO Box 20186, Houston TX 77225, or e-mail: Robert.J.Emery@uth.tmc.edu
The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston is an EO/AA employer. M/F/D/V. Minorities and women are strongly encouraged to apply. This is a security-sensitive position and thereby subject to Texas Education code §51.215. A background check will be required for the final candidate.
Posted December 2009
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Tenure Track Senior Research Scientist in Environmental Epidemiology, Utrecht University
Maximum € 5.920,- gross per month (salary scale 11-14).
The Institute for Risk Assessment Sciences of Utrecht University is an interfaculty research institute within the faculties of Veterinary Medicine, Medicine and Bèta Sciences. Research is carried out in close collaboration with the National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) and The Netherlands Organisation for Applied Scientific Research (TNO) Quality of Life. The mission of IRAS is to provide education and research on the human health risks of exposure to potentially harmful agents in the environment, at the workplace and through the food chain. The research is performed in three divisions:
Environmental Epidemiology
Toxicology
Veterinary Public Health
The IRAS Division of Environmental Epidemiology offers a full-time position for a senior research scientist in Environmental Epidemiology. The position is for a period of five years, a positive evaluation at the end of this period will lead to tenure. The starting level is at assistant or associate professor level, depending on experience and qualifications of the candidate. The research will be conducted in the broad area of environmental epidemiology, with a focus on exposure assessment for airborne nanosize particles, and effects of these particles on respiratory, cardiovascular and neurological endpoints.
The research scientist position is linked to the Academy Professorship Award that Prof Bert Brunekreef has received from the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (http://www.knaw.nl/). This award provides Prof Brunekreef with an opportunity to conduct innovative research for a period of five years, and the senior research scientist will work within his research program. More information about the Academy Professorship program can be found in a brochure: http://www.knaw.nl/pdf/pah-flyer.pdf.
Candidates for this position should have a PhD in environmental epidemiology or a closely related field. They should have demonstrated scientific leadership skills, and a good publication track record. Candidates should preferably be not older than 40 years (KNAW requirement). International candidates should be prepared to learn to master the Dutch language. As there is still significant under representation of women in tenured positions at Utrecht University (including IRAS), qualified women are especially invited to apply.
The position is for a period of five years, a positive evaluation at the end of this period will lead to tenure.
Salary ranges between € 3.195 and € 5.920, gross per month dependent upon knowledge and experience (salary scale 11-14).
Secondary benefits based on the Collective Labour Agreement of the Dutch Universities are excellent in general and include e.g a pension scheme, flexible employment conditions and salaries are supplemented with a holiday bonus of 8% and a year end bonus of 8,3% per year. Travel costs for international conferences and working meetings are also included.
More information about the position can be obtained from Prof Bert Brunekreef (b.brunekreef@uu.nl). Please do not send your application to this address.
Additional information can be obtained through one of the following links: Information about IRAS can be found at http://www.iras.uu.nl/, information about the University of Utrecht at www.uu.nl.
Please send your written application, with motivation, curriculum vitae and addresses of two references, to the personnel department of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, attn. Mrs. J.C.M. Schoonenberg, by e-mail to vacatures1@vet.uu.nl. Please send your application before 01-11-2009 and refer to vacancy number 129033.
Posted September 2009
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Postdoctoral position at University of California, Davis, and the M.I.N.D. Institute (Medical Investigations of Neurodevelopmental Disorders)
Two-year position, beginning Oct 1, 2009, through Sept 30, 2011.
Job title: Post-graduate researcher in epidemiology. Salary commensurate with experience.
Primary responsibilities are to conduct analyses and write manuscripts using data collected in the CHARGE (CHildhood Autism Risks from Genetics and the Environment) Study, a comprehensive population-based case-control investigation that has enrolled over 1200 children from three groups (autism, developmental delay without autism, and general population controls). CHARGE is the first large-scale study of autism to be focused on environmental factors and in which cases have been confirmed using research-reliable instruments. Data available include: extensive environmental information collected by retrospective interviews; medical records from the prenatal, labor & delivery, and postnatal periods; diagnostic psychometric assessments for autism, and for cognitive, adaptive, and aberrant behaviors; other questionnaires related to co-morbidities and language development; and genetic, immunologic, environmental and other measurements from blood, urine, etc.
Besides joining the highly productive multi-disciplinary research team involved in the CHARGE study, the post-doc will also be exposed to the vast intellectual and clinical resources of the M.I.N.D. Institute, the Center for Children's Environmental Health, and numerous other UC Davis strengths, such as the Program in International Nutrition, Center for Health and the Environment, Center for Occupational and Environmental Health, Air Quality Center, etc.
Please contact Dr. Irva Hertz-Picciotto, Professor, Chief of the Division of Environmental and Occupational Health, PI of the CHARGE study, and Deputy Director of the UC Davis Center for Children's Environmental Health.
ihp@ucdavis.edu
530-848-9495
Posted August 2009
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Post-Doctoral Positions in Environmental Epidemiology and Exposure Assessment, University of Southern California
The Department of Preventive Medicine at the University of Southern California invites applications for three postdoctoral positions in environmental epidemiology and exposure assessment. These recruitments are part of a larger faculty recruitment initiative expanding the mission of the Department of Preventive Medicine under a new chairman (Jonathan Samet). Central to the fellowship training is mentored work designed to foster skills leading to a career as an independent investigator. Activities include development of grant proposals, research planning, design, conduct, data analyses, and dissemination of scientific results of biologically-based, population-level studies investigating environmental determinants of chronic diseases. The department has a leading research group in environmental epidemiology and biostatistics, with an active and well-funded program in environmental health effects research, cancer epidemiology and methodological research focused on environmental and genetic epidemiology. Effects of air pollution on children are a major focus of the environmental health group within the department. Current interests include chronic respiratory, neuro and cardiovascular outcomes, exposure assessment and biological markers, epigenetics and gene-environment interactions. A dynamic and diverse group of investigators in the Southern California Environmental Health Sciences Center also offers opportunities for a wide range of research collaborations with investigators at UCLA and other southern California institutions. Opportunities exist for teaching of graduate students.
Applicants must have a doctoral degree, or near completion, in epidemiology, biostatistics, exposure assessment or environmental health sciences, or a related field. Alternatively, applicants may hold a M.D. degree with experience or academic training in quantitative research (e.g., masters degree in epidemiology or biostatistics). U.S. citizenship or permanent residency is NOT required.
Please send a letter describing research interests, curriculum vita, copies of one or two recent publications if applicable, and contact information for three individuals who are familiar with academic accomplishments to:
Tracy Bastain, MPH
Department of Preventive Medicine, Keck School of Medicine of USC
1540 Alcazar Street, Suite 236, Los Angeles CA 90089
email: bastain@usc.edu
Posted August 2009
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Research Position in Air Pollution Epidemiology, Centre for Research in Environmental Epidemiology, Barcelona, Spain
The Centre for Research in Environmental Epidemiology (CREAL) in Barcelona, Spain, is opening a tenure track position at the level of junior or senior researcher in air pollution epidemiology.
CREAL conducts advanced epidemiologic research on the environmental determinants of human health and its interaction with genetic and other co-factors. The CREAL air pollution research takes a leading role in several local and cross-European projects and consortia, with a particular focus on the chronic effects (respiratory, cardiovascular and fetal and child health) of pollution, and the exogenous and endogenous determinants of environmental susceptibility.
The candidate will have the opportunity to develop an independent new air pollution research agenda fostering interdisciplinary collaborations within CREAL as well as with its local and international partners.
Applications are invited from dynamic researchers with a solid background in air pollution epidemiology and epidemiological methods. Interest in policy relevant research, novel health outcomes of air pollution, or the biologic underpinnings of effects including genetics are an asset of candidates. Excellent knowledge of English is required.
CREAL is a joint initiative of the Government of Catalonia, the Municipal Institute of Medical Research (IMIM) and the Pompeu Fabra University (UPF). CREAL incorporates 13 researchers and a staff of around 80 including postdoctoral and predoctoral researchers, technical assistants and administrative personnel (www.creal.cat/).
Applications received until June 2009 will receive priority. Salary will depend on the experience of the applicant. Potential applicants are welcome to contact Josep Maria Antó (jmanto@creal.cat) or Jordi Sunyer (jsunyer@creal.cat).
Reposted January 2010
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Epidemiologist, Epidemiology International, Hunt Valley, Maryland, USA
Epidemiology International (EI) is looking for an Epidemiologist with an MPH or MS from an accredited university to work as part of a small technical team providing research and consultative services to a range of clients, including the legal profession, the biotech and pharmaceutical industry, academia, and federal agencies. This full-time position is located on-site at our headquarters in Hunt Valley, MD. The successful candidate can start immediately.
Job Summary:
Scientist with strong methodological and analytical skills who provides technical support in the design and implementation of selected EI research and consulting endeavors.
General Responsibilities:
In conjunction with PhD-level epidemiologists, design, plan, and execute research projects.
Perform critical, systematic reviews of the literature and prepare critical summaries.
Analyze and interpret data, write reports, and develop presentations.
Assist in development of research protocols and standard operating procedures, with guidance from PhD-level epidemiologists.
Analyze data and write reports for scientific publication; prepare presentations for scientific meetings.
Assume responsibility for project tasks.
Assist with bid preparation and proposal development.
Provide support in additional areas of EI business, as needed.
Abilities/skills:
Strong background in public health, particularly epidemiologic methods.
Knowledge of statistical software packages such as Stata, SPSS, SAS, etc.
Proficiency in commonly used office computing software and reference management software.
Highly motivated, independent worker with enthusiasm for public health research.
Ability to work independently as well as effectively communicate and collaborate in a team environment.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to adjust to changing priorities and to work in teams.
Strong organization and analytic skills.
Outstanding attention to detail.
Flexible, resourceful, willing to help wherever needed.
The successful candidate must:
Be a strong methodologist
Have excellent written and oral communication skills
Be a true public health advocate, interested in the application of epidemiological and biostatistical methods to a wide-range of public health activities
Have an interest in issues of environmental health
Be able to operate independently
Be pro-active and able to solve problems as they arise
Have excellent time management skills
Experience required:
Candidates should have experience working in a research environment, conducting critical reviews of the literature, and in providing detailed, thorough written reports.
Education:
MPH or MS in Epidemiology
Interested candidates should send current CV and cover letter to jobs@epiinternational.com. The cover letter should detail your experience related to the critical success factors listed above. No phone calls please.
Epidemiology International, 11019 McCormick Drive, Suite 200, Hunt Valley, MD 21031. www.epiinternational.com
Posted March 2009
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Postdoctoral Epidemiology Research Positions , EOHSI, Piscataway, NJ
EOHSI POSTDOCTORAL EPIDEMIOLOGY RESEARCH POSITIONS
Postdoctoral research positions are available immediately at the Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences Institute (EOHSI), a joint Institute of UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and of Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey
Successful candidates will have a doctorate in epidemiology, a related field, or medicine with epidemiological training. Specific projects include the relationship of shift work to cancer biomarkers, including a related clinical trial, identification and evaluation of environmental risk factors for adverse birth outcomes, study design and analysis using routinely collected surveillance data, and spatial epidemiology.
The research takes place in a collaborative group setting utilizing multiple technologies. Salary will be commensurate with experience. For further information please contact:
Howard Kipen, MD, MPH
Chief, Clinical Research & Occupational Medicine Division
Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences Institute
UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
170 Frelinghuysen Road, Piscataway, NJ, 08854
e-mail:kipen@eohsi.rutgers.edu
telephone : 732-445-0123 x629
The Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences Institute is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and actively encourages interest from women and minorities.
Posted August 2009
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