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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Session 3 | 🖥️ Experience CS + Experience AI: Foundational Computational Thinking and AI Literacy with Raspberry Pi Classroom Materials, Laura Gray — Thursday October 1st, 4:15 - 5:00 PM
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Session 2 | 🎨 Visualization Strategies using Data and Art, Hilary Peddicord NOAA/CIRES CEEE — Wednesday, September 23rd, 4:15 - 5:00 PM
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Session 1 | 🌏 Geo-Data Science: What's Where? Why Care?, Dr. Joseph Kerski, retired ESRI Geoscientist — Thursday, September 17th, 4:15 - 5:00 PM
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Connect with data science leaders and introduce FREE, engaging, ready-to-use resources to your classroom. Participants may earn professional development hours that can be applied toward educator relicensure requirements 💡
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Are you a Colorado public school secondary teacher? Join CEEE and the Colorado Department of Education for professional learning sessions designed to strengthen data science learning and support classroom implementation 👨‍🏫 Register 👇
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Data Science in the K-12 Science Classroom - Webinar Series
Join us for one or more professional learning sessions designed to strengthen data science learning and support classroom implementation. Participants may earn professional development hours that can ...
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AGU (American Geophysical Union) @agu.org · 09/09/2026
BREAKING: The Arctic Report Card, after the loss of core support from NOAA, will continue under its independent editorial team, led by researchers at @cires.colorado.edu and @uafairbanks.bsky.social, with new support from AGU. Read our news release: spklr.io/63320ETBFs
BREAKING: The Arctic Report Card, after the loss of core support from NOAA, will continue under its independent editorial team, led by researchers at the Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences and University of Alaska Fairbanks, with new support from AGU. Read our news release:
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Explore the Curriculum and Resources 🏔️ All about PolarPASS: ceee.colorado.edu/programs/pol... 👩‍🏫 Learning Modules: serc.carleton.edu/polarpass/in...
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PolarPASS: Polar Places and Spaces
Polar Places and Spaces, or PolarPASS, is designed to bring polar environments into the classroom, allowing students to explore extreme environments and connect with new and seemingly distant places. ...
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
📚 A recent publication, by @nsidc.bsky.social and our PolarPASS team, in the Journal of Geography demonstrates the efficacy of this place-focused curriculum
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Analyzing 360° Interactive Environments and GIS: Impacts on Student Learning in Polar Places and Spaces
Investments in polar research have produced critical data for integrating into undergraduate geoscience curricula on climate change. Tools like 360-degree Interactive Environments (360 IEs) and Geo...
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Who doesn't love polar bears? 🐻‍❄️ Using interactive 360-degree environments and GIS data, along with more traditional learning resources, PolarPASS provides a science-based curriculum that immerses students in unique polar locations and brings them up close and personal with Earth science data 🌎
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Check out the full feature for more on Aida's passion for science and performing arts 🎭
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Humans of CIRES: Aida Rasoli
2026 RECCS intern researched how aerosols affect reflectivity of Arctic clouds
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
📣 Another Human of CIRES spotlight 📣 This time, for Aida Rasoli. She studied the impact of aerosols on the reflectivity of Arctic Clouds and is working toward an Associate of Engineering Science at Arapahoe Community College 🌨️
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Read about the work she conducted in the Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences at CU Boulder, studying the meteorological characteristics and societal impact of the storms in her #HumansofCIRES spotlight 🌬️ cires.colorado.edu/news/humans-...
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Adriana Villanueva Costilla, a 2026 intern with the Research Experience for Community College Students (RECCS) program, studied the downslope windstorms that affected Colorado in December 2025.
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Find the promo here: vimeo.com/1074426319/f...
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Ryan describes the film as one that "follows a daring team of scientists on a high-stakes mission to drill beneath the Greenland Ice Sheet, battling brutal snowstorms and extreme conditions to extract ancient rock samples that may reveal when the ice last vanished." ❄️
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
HUGE congratulations to CEEE's Ryan Vachon—research associate and expert film producer—winner of the 2026 Heartland Emmy Award for Best Topical Documentary for his film, "Fracture." 👏
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CIRES @cires.colorado.edu · 17/08/2026
For our next #HumansOfCIRES, meet Aida Rasoli, a 2026 intern with the @ciresceee.bsky.social Research Experience for Community College Students (RECCS) program. This summer, Rasoli studied the impact of aerosols on the reflectivity of Arctic Clouds. Read the Q&A: cires.colorado.edu/news/humans-...
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Humans of CIRES: Aida Rasoli
2026 RECCS intern researched how aerosols affect reflectivity of Arctic clouds
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
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Humans of CIRES: Alejandro Garcia
2026 RECCS intern researched atmospheric boundary layer
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Alejandro Garcia, an intern at RECCS program, is researching the atmospheric boundary layer ☁️ Read about his story as a first-generation college student from Guatemala—who also happens to be an internationally-competitive badminton player— in the latest #HumansofCIRES spotlight 🏸
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CIRES @cires.colorado.edu · 12/08/2026
For our next #HumansOfCIRES, meet Alejandro Garcia, a 2026 intern with the @ciresceee.bsky.social Research Experience for Community College Students program. Garcia studied the atmospheric boundary layer in the Integrated Remote & In-Situ Sensing lab @colorado.edu. cires.colorado.edu/news/humans-...
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Humans of CIRES: Alejandro Garcia
2026 RECCS intern researched atmospheric boundary layer
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
Educators who attended last month's Resilient Futures Teacher Workshop toured @climate.noaa.gov and had the chance to engage with experts in a Climate Policy Panel! 👩‍🏫 What questions would you ask our featured panelists? Let us know in the comments below 👇
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Didn't make it? There's always next year! Tell us what topics you want to see in 2027 in the comments below 👇
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Topics covered: climate science, natural hazards, water resources, climate mental health, data literacy, and more. 🧠
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Last week, we wrapped up our Resilient Futures Teacher Workshop, where middle school and high school educators attended educational resource sessions, seminars by scientists, lab tours, and networking events. 👨‍🏫
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CIRES @cires.colorado.edu · 31/07/2026
This summer, Irma Alexander, a 2026 intern with the @ciresceee.bsky.social Research Experience for Community College Students (RECCS) program, and Lou Toy, field leader, were in Genesee Park, Colorado, studying the impacts of a small bison herd on local plant life. #FieldworkFriday @cuboulder
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
Samuel shares how his studies in mathematics inform how he moves through the world
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Humans of CIRES: Samuel Sandoval
2026 RECCS intern studying connection between cheatgrass and wildfire
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
In #HumansofCIRES, Eliza talks about her passion for mentorship
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Humans of CIRES: Eliza Baxter
2026 RECCS intern studying how plant traits affect flammability
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
This summer, interns at our Research Experience for Community College Students (RECCS) program are thinking critically about wildfires 🔥
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Engage Climate Science @engageclimatesci.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Professionals making critical decisions in business, finance, policy, media, and philanthropy need climate science fundamentals informing their work in order to realize our best possible future 🌐
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AGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
🔬Join this USAPECS webinar featuring AGU’s own Liz Landau + leading experts on how to engage policymakers, communicate impact, and advocate for sustained research funding. 📆July 9 | 2:00 PM ET iarpc.zoom.us/meeting/regi...🧪
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 13/05/2026
Use this link to learn more! 🔗 tinyurl.com/Apply-NNA-FA26
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NSF Education & Training Application | ETAP
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 13/05/2026
Could you see yourself or someone you know researching the Arctic using Indigenous and Western sciences in a collaborative and curiosity-encouraged environment? 🏔️❄️ Undergraduate students in Alaska communities are encouraged to apply to Navigating the New Arctic’s short research experience program.
Blue promotional flyer for “NNA Research Experience for Undergraduate Students.” Four rounded images on the left show Arctic sea ice, snow-covered mountains, a person standing in a blue ice canyon, and melting ice floes. Text on the right reads: “Explore Arctic research through Indigenous and Western science with Navigating the New Arctic’s undergraduate research program.” A button says “Apply by June 26th!” A QR code and link “tinyurl.com/Apply-NNA-FA26” appear at the bottom with the Navigating the New Arctic Community Office logo.
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
The survey also includes an opportunity to join a national Educator Working Group helping shape future curriculum materials (stipends provided). 🗓️ Survey closes May 20 🔗 tinyurl.com/NPN-Survey #K12Education #Phenology #STEMEducation #ScienceEducation #OutdoorLearning
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Phenology in the classroom: Observing seasonal cycles with K-12 students.
Phenology, the timing of seasonal changes in plants and animals, is a great topic for engaging students. The USA National Phenology Network (USA-NPN) recently received funding to build out our K-12 e...
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
Calling all K-12 educators! 🌸 The USA National Phenology Network wants your input as we develop new K-12 resources focused on student phenology data collection. Complete our short survey to share your experience and interest in bringing phenology into the classroom.
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CIRES @cires.colorado.edu · 07/04/2026
Help @colorado.edu spread the word about the importance of university research — and advocate for science! 🔬Learn more on the CU Boulder research page: www.colorado.edu/research ✍ Draft a message to lawmakers: researchfor.us
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Colorado’s leading public research university, transforming lives since 1876.
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CIRES @cires.colorado.edu · 07/04/2026
Timely and accurate weather forecasts help communities prepare and respond. CIRES researchers @noaa.gov's Global Systems Laboratory developed a powerful new tool — HRRRCast, an experimental AI model designed to predict hazardous weather conditions. cires.colorado.edu/news/ai-help...
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AI helps researchers better forecast hazardous weather
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
This week, we're highlighting our resources on climate mental health, providing strategies to support students in navigating the emotional impacts of a changing climate while staying informed, resilient, and hopeful.
Promotional graphic titled “Earth Month Featured Resource” highlighting CEEE’s Climate Mental Health Program. Text explains that the program offers strategies to help students process climate-related emotions, build resilience, and inspire positive action. A small photo shows a hand-painted sign reading “The seas are rising, but so are we!” Bullet points list learning goals: incorporating a trauma‑informed approach and cultivating hope and resilience. A link at the bottom reads tinyurl.com/CEEE‑EarthDay1.
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
Happy #EarthMonth 🌎✨️ a time to reflect, learn, and care for both our planet and ourselves. To celebrate, we’re featuring a new CEEE resource each week! Explore all our resources on our website: 🔗 ceee.colorado.edu #EarthDay #EarthScience #ClimateMentalHealth
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
A new version of SOS Explorer® (SOSx) is here! 🌎🚀 This update brings a highly requested search feature plus the ability to tag and save your favorite datasets for quick access. Ready to explore? Download it today ✨ 🔗 lnkd.in/eJZ5svmt #ScienceOnASphere #ScienceEducation #CEEE #CIRES #NOAA
Announcement graphic for the SOS Explorer® (SOSx) software update. Text states that a new version is available with a much‑requested search feature and the ability to tag and save favorite datasets, with a QR code to download. A laptop displays a rotating Earth visualization from SOSx. The NOAA Science On a Sphere logo appears at the bottom.
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
Spots are limited. Register here today! 🔗 tinyurl.com/RFTW26 #CEEE #CIRES #ScienceTeachers
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Resilient Futures Teacher Workshop
Middle school and high school educators are invited to a three-day in-person teacher workshop at the University Memorial Center at CU Boulder. Engage with sessions on education resources, including sc...
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
Registration is $50 and covers all workshop costs. Educators who complete the workshop will receive a gift certificate. Participants can also earn a 20-hour professional development certificate at no extra cost or pay an additional $95 per credit to earn graduate credit through CU Boulder.
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Resilient Futures Teacher Workshop
Middle school and high school educators are invited to a three-day in-person teacher workshop at the University Memorial Center at CU Boulder. Engage with sessions on education resources, including sc...
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
We’re excited to announce that registration is now open for the Resilient Futures Teacher Workshop 📚🌱 This is a three-day professional development opportunity for middle and high school science teachers at the University of Colorado Boulder University Memorial Center on July 28–30th, 2026.
Promotional graphic for the Resilient Futures Teacher Workshop, held July 28–30, 2026 at the University Memorial Center in Boulder, Colorado. The workshop invites middle and high school educators to a three-day, in-person program covering climate science, natural hazards, water resources, climate mental health, and data literacy. The graphic includes photos of educators participating in hands-on activities, a QR code for registration, and text noting a 20‑hour professional development certificate or 1–2 CU Boulder continuing education credits, with a registration link to tinyurl.com/RFTW26.
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
We are so incredibly grateful for each and every member of our team for their contributions in all projects! #WomensHistoryMonth #CIRES #CEEE #WomenInSTEM
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
Meet our last featured team member: Grace 🧠 Her work also examines how caregivers’ beliefs influence children’s challenge-seeking and how flexible spatial skills support STEM and arts learning, with a focus on gendered experiences in spatial development.
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
Meet our next featured team member: Alicia 🌱 She manages the Research Experience for Community College Students (RECCS) program and several other research initiatives, while also supporting lifelong learning opportunities.
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
Meet our next featured team member: Hilary 🌐 She organizes professional development for educators, creates scientific storytelling content for SOS and SOSx, and leads a global network of SOS users in sharing best practices.
Blue background with the information of Hilary Peddicord (She/Her/Hers) Education Lead for SOS. Features a headshot, small description of her work, and a link to her biography on the CEEE website.
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
Meet our next featured team member: Bridget Walsh 📚 In her short time with us, she’s already making a big impact—designing innovative, phenomenon-based science learning experiences and leading hands-on workshops for educators.
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
Meet our next featured team member: Dr. Moon ❄️🌊 A leader in climate science, Dr. Moon studies how ice, oceans, and ecosystems are interconnected and translates these insights for decision-makers and business leaders tackling climate challenges.
Blue background with the information of Twila Moon (She/Her/Hers) Deputy Lead Scientists at NSIDC and Climate Science Engagement Lead at CEEE. Features a headshot, small description of her work, and a link to her biography on the CEEE website.
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
Meet our next featured team member: Katya 🌎 She is a passionate educator who supports K–12 teachers in bringing research-based, hands-on, and engaging climate science curriculum into their classrooms.
Blue background with the information of Katya Schloesser (She/Her/Hers) Associate Director for Curriculum and Teacher Training as well as HEARTForce Project Lead. Features a headshot, small description of her work, and a link to her biography on the CEEE website.
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CIRES Center for Education, Engagement and Evaluation @ciresceee.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
We’re proud to spotlight Carrie's contributions and celebrate the leadership and dedication she brings to our team. We’re proud that she was recently featured in the Women in Energy installation at Chicago’s Griffin Museum of Science and Industry, highlighting women shaping the future of energy 🌎
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