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UL Alumni @ulalumniul.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Four remarkable graduates. Four very different paths. One shared UL connection. We were proud to celebrate Martin Cotter, Donal Ryan, Frances Collins and Derek Bowler at the 2026 UL Alumni Awards, recognising their outstanding achievements and impact. More: www.ul.ie/ul-alumni/20...

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UL Alumni @ulalumniul.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

It was a pleasure to bring together UL graduates and friends from across London for an evening of networking, conversation and reconnecting at our Summer Social. Thank you to everyone who came along and made it such an enjoyable evening. More photos from the evening: www.ul.ie/ul-alumni/lo...

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UL Alumni @ulalumniul.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

London-based UL grads, we'd love to see you at our London Summer Social on Thursday, 2 July. Join fellow alumni and UL President Professor Shane Kilcommins for a relaxed evening of networking and connection in central London. More information and registration: ulalumnilondonsummer.eventbrite.ie

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UL Alumni London Summer Social

Reconnect with fellow University of Limerick alumni and make new connections.

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UL Alumni @ulalumniul.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

Another great evening with the UL alumni community in Luxembourg! Thank you to Jekabs Vinauds and Thérese Collins for their support, and to Ambassador Jean McDonald for joining the group once again. More photos: www.ul.ie/ul-alumni/lu...

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

University Of Limerick appoints Professor Shane Kilcommins as President www.ul.ie/news/univers...

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

"Growing up I was endlessly curious – I was the child who was always asking questions." In this week's Alumni Spotlight, we chat to Dr Laura Comber, a graduate of UL’s BSc Physiotherapy who also completed her PhD in @ul-alliedhealth.bsky.social www.ul.ie/news/alumni-... #StudyAtUL #StayCurious

UL graduate Dr Laura Comber. She is dressed in a white striped blouse and glasses. She has shoulder length blonde hair.

UL graduate Dr Laura Comber. She is dressed in a red graduation robe and black velvet PhD graduation hat. She is holding a scroll in her hand. She is standing on green grass in front of a tree with green leaves.

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

In this week's Alumni Spotlight, we chat to Michelle Farrell, a graduate of UL's BSc Food Science & Health & MSc by Research. Since graduating, Michelle has established FoodSteps, an educational programme to help children understand food & nutrition. Read on: www.ul.ie/news/univers... #StudyAtUL

UL graduate Michelle Farrell. She is standing on green grass and there are green trees in the background. She is wearing a green dress, black graduation robe and black graduation hat. She is holding her degree from UL.

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

"The changes that happen to the body from spaceflight are quite dramatic" As the astronauts aboard Artemis II prepare to return to Earth, UL's Dr John Noone spoke to Claire Byrne on Newstalk about how spaceflight affects the human body 🎧 www.newstalk.com/podcasts/cla... @pesslimerick.bsky.social

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

The UL Sanctuary Programme supports and promotes access to education for refugees & asylum seekers in Ireland Applications are now open to for the 2026/27 academic year Find out more information & apply online here: lnkd.in/d2ugA4g Deadline: 4pm, 31st May 2026 #StudyatUL

A dark green graphic with white writing. It reads: "UL Sanctuary Scholarship Programme 2026/27 applications open. Deadline 16:00 on 31st May 2026. Visit www.ul.ie/courses/university-sanctuary-scholarship or contact ULSanctuary@UL.ie. #StudyatUL"

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UL Alumni @ulalumniul.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

Back where it all began. UL Class Reunion Day returns on Saturday, 6 June - reconnect with classmates, revisit campus and relive the moments that made it special. Full details and booking: ulclassreunion2026.eventbrite.ie

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

A look back to last week's joyous St Patrick's Day celebrations, where 350 UL students marched through Limerick City in a celebration of Ireland’s culture and diversity Hear from our staff and our students about this “unforgettable" event: www.ilovelimerick.ie/university-o... #StudyatUL

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UL Alumni @ulalumniul.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

Great to see UL alumni and friends come together in Brussels over the Saint Patrick’s Day weekend. A proud moment to see UL Chancellor Brigid Laffan serving as Grand Marshal, with Professor Colin Fitzpatrick also there, connecting with alumni. Lovely atmosphere and a strong UL presence throughout.

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UL Alumni @ulalumniul.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

It was wonderful to host our first University of Limerick Alumni gathering in Austin this week. A sincere thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make it such a warm and enjoyable evening. You can view photos from the event here: www.ul.ie/ul-alumni/au...

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UL Alumni @ulalumniul.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

UL alumni and friends in Brussels are invited to a social evening as part of the city’s Saint Patrick’s Day celebrations with guest of honour Brigid Laffan. Full details: ulalumnibrusselsmeetup.eventbrite.ie

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Brussels Meet-up for UL Alumni & Friends

Connect with fellow alumni, friends of the University and members of the Irish community in Brussels while celebrating Saint Patrick’s Day

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

"Without a doubt, studying at UL was one of the best decisions I ever made in my life" In this week's Alumni Spotlight, we speak to science teacher & content creator, Tadgh O’Donovan, a graduate of UL’s Bachelor of Science (Education) in Biology with Chemistry www.ul.ie/news/univers... #StudyAtUL

UL graduate Tadgh O'Donovan. He is smiling broadly and is wearing a plaid green and blue shirt. He is standing in a classroom.

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

UL graduates, did you know you can now register to vote in Seanad Éireann elections? As a result of a successful case taken to the Supreme Court by UL graduate, Tomás Heneghan, UL graduates are now eligible to vote in Seanad Éireann elections. Register to vote by 26 February at www.seanadvoter.ie

A graphic with text and illustrations of people in working clothes such as a builder, doctor and nurse. The text on the graphic is 'More Irish graduates can now register to vote in Seanad university elections. Register by 26 February at seanadvoter.ie'.

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

Vanessa O’Rahilly was recently conferred with an MA in Sociology as part of UL’s winter graduation ceremonies. Vanessa previously completed the CWELL diploma and, through the Recognition of Prior Learning pathway, progressed to her master’s programme. Read on: www.limerickleader.ie/news/educati...

A woman in smart dress and black graduation robes and cap, standing beside a bronze statue of a person. The woman is smiling and holding the cap with both hands.

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UL Alumni @ulalumniul.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

Nominations are now open for the 2026 Alumni Awards. Do you know a University of Limerick graduate making an impact in their career, research, industry or community? Help us celebrate their achievements. Submit a nomination: www.ul.ie/ul-alumni/no...

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UL Alumni @ulalumniul.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

UL is coming to Austin! We are excited to meet alumni and friends in Texas on Tuesday 3 March at the Consulate General of Ireland. Join us for networking and reconnecting with the UL community. More details and registration: ulalumniaustin26.eventbrite.ie

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

In the latest instalment of our Alumni Spotlight, we meet software developer and graduate of UL's BSc in Applied Physics, Sadhbh Ryan. www.ul.ie/news/univers... #HomeOfFirsts #StudyAtUL

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

"It really is worth pursuing a career you are passionate about" In this week's Alumni Spotlight, we chat to Rebecca Zamponi, a graduate of UL's MA in European Politics & Governance, who is now working as a researcher & policy analyst in the European Parliament www.ul.ie/news/univers... #StudyAtUL

UL graduate Rebecca Zamponi at work in the European Parliament. There are flags in the background behind her.

UL graduate Rebecca Zamponi at work in the European Parliament. There are two men in the background standing in front of a large group consisting of members of the media with cameras, lights and microphones.

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UL Alumni @ulalumniul.bsky.social · 24/10/2025

Eugene and Ronan Greaney have put Irish pizza on the map with their Irish take on Neapolitan-inspired pizza – earning The Dough Bro’s the title of best pizza in Ireland and number 15 in the world. Read their story in this week’s Alumni Spotlight below.

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

"Limerick is at the heart of everything we do." The Irish Chamber Orchestra, located at University of Limerick, will celebrate 30 years of making music in Limerick with a one-of-a-kind anniversary concert this Saturday at the University Concert Hall. www.independent.ie/regionals/li... #StudyAtUL

Members of the Irish Chamber Orchestra led by Norwegian violinist and composer, Henning Kraggerud. He is standing in the centre of the orchestra holding a violin and bow.

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

“Curiosity is the engine, on stage, in the studio & in research, that keeps me learning & sharing" In our Alumni Spotlight, we chat to Dr Diane Daly, a violinist with the Irish Chamber Orchestra who holds a PhD in Arts Practice from UL's Irish World Academy www.ul.ie/news/univers... #StayCurious

UL graduate and violinist Dr Diane Daly standing on a stage with other musicians in the background. She is holding a violin and bow, and wearing a red dress.

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 27/08/2025

“Sport doesn’t last forever, so you’ve got to be thinking of what you’re going to be doing after.” Congrats to Ireland and Munster Rugby star Dave Kilcoyne, who graduated from UL with a Professional Diploma in Aviation Leasing & Finance from Kemmy Business School. m.independent.ie/irish-news/r...

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 28/08/2025

Leah Shannahan, a graduate of UL's Product Design and Technology programme has designed the world’s first fully accessible, multisensory saliva-based pregnancy test and is one of 3,678 students graduating from UL this week. www.independent.ie/regionals/ke... #StayCurious #StudyatUL

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 29/08/2025

"I gave it my everything" UL graduate, Jean Barry, has proved that returning to education in your 50s can be a life changer as she celebrates the hard work, grit and determination that led her to earning her degree. Read more: www.tipperarylive.ie/news/home/18... #StudyAtUL

UL graduate Jean Barry. She is wearing a burgundy dress, a black graduation robe and black graduation hat. She has long blonde hair and is smiling broadly. She is holding up a silver medal in a box. There are green trees in the background.

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 25/08/2025

Graduating in style! 🎓💚 Our top shots from the first day of the Autumn Conferring Ceremonies 2025. Wishing enormous congratulations to all 3,600+ students being conferred this week, we hope ye and your families have a fantastic time celebrating your hard work and success! #StudyatUL

A woman in academic robes celebrating her graduation on a paved plaza with friends

A group of friends dressed in black academic robes lifting their matching black mortarboard hats into the hair to celebrate their graduation

Two graduates dressed in black and gold academic gowns are sat under a tree, smiling at the camera as they celebrate their graduation

A man dressed in a black suit and white shirt under black and gold academic robes. He is stood with his girlfriend, who is wearing a black dress. Both have sunglasses on and are holding them as they smile at the camera

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 05/08/2025

In this week's UL Alumni Spotlight, Kiro Barsoum shares his experience of studying aircraft maintenance and airworthiness before undertaking postgraduate studies in airworthiness, leasing and finance, and an MSc in Engineering Practice at UL. www.ul.ie/news/alumni-... #StayCurious #StudyAtUL

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UL Alumni @ulalumniul.bsky.social · 19/08/2025

Each year, when we share information about our upcoming Class Reunion Day (it's happening this Saturday, 23 August, full details here: ulclassreunion2025.eventbrite.ie), we are met with outrage, denial and claims of clerical error. And so, it is necessary to issue the following statement:

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Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences UL @pesslimerick.bsky.social · 19/08/2025

📢 Attention PESS UL graduates! Siel Bleu Ireland is looking to hire a FT Physical trainer in the Dublin South area. Find out more with link below ⬇️ lnkd.in/eeKVFxuQ Applications can be submitted directly through indeed.ie or by sending a CV and cover letter to info@sielbleu.ie.

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 19/08/2025

"I'm at the forefront of policy making in the European Parliament & I can’t believe I’m at this point in my career already" In our latest Alumni Spotlight, we chat to BA in European Studies graduate, Ciara O'Flynn, who is now working in the European Parliament www.ul.ie/news/univers... #StudyAtUL

UL graduate Ciara O'Flynn. She is wearing glasses, a black top and a blue lanyard. She is smiling and has long brown hair. She is standing in front of a blue sign that says European Parliament.

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 24/07/2025

"My co-op placement helped me decide which direction to take after graduation. It was career defining." In this week's UL Alumni Spotlight, we speak to BA in Law & Accounting graduate Aisling Meehan who runs her own agricultural legal & tax practice. Read on: www.ul.ie/news/univers... #StudyAtUL

UL graduate Aisling Meehan. She has shoulder length blonde hair and is wearing a black rain jacket. She is standing in a field with a large tree in the background.

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 24/07/2025

‘A modern addition to the Irish folk canon.’ Dr Sandra Joyce and Dr Róisín Ní Ghallóglaigh, both lecturers in traditional Irish music at UL, spoke to The Guardian on the phenomenal success of Kingfishr’s ‘modern addition to the Irish folk canon’, Killeagh. #StudyatUL #StayCurious

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 16/07/2025

In this week's Alumni Spotlight, we speak to MA in Sociology graduate Catherine Caball who shares her experience of returning to education, the support she received while at UL & how her MA led her to switch from a career in catering to community development www.ul.ie/news/univers... #StayCurious

UL graduate Catherine Caball. She is wearing graduation robes and a graduation hat. She is smiling broadly and standing outside a large white 18th century building with a fountain and large white sash windows. She is flanked by her daughter and son who are also smiling broadly.

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 20/07/2025

Enormous congratulations to Tipperary on their All Ireland Final win! We're proud to have six UL alumni among their number, as well as five current UL students. Well done to you all, and enjoy your well-earned success www.ul.ie #StudyatUL #CORvTIP #GAA

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 21/07/2025

Registration for the Autumn (August) 2025 Conferrings is now open 🎓 Please check your student and personal emails for all the important information Deadline to register attendance: 23rd July ul.ie/ceremonies #StudyatUL #ULGraduation

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 02/07/2025

“The grounding and varied education I received in UL allows me to adapt quickly and apply my skills across many different industries.” Seán Golden, Chief Economist and Director of Policy at Limerick Chamber, features in our latest Alumni Spotlight. Read on: www.ul.ie/news/univers... #StudyatUL

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UL Alumni @ulalumniul.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

Great night with the UL alumni community in Brussels! Amazing to see such a strong turnout. The UL connection runs deep, wherever we go. We were thrilled to welcome Professor Brigid Laffan, who shared insightful perspectives and sparked some brilliant conversation. More: www.ul.ie/ul-alumni/br...

Collage of photos from the University of Limerick alumni event in Brussels, June 2025. Groups of attendees are smiling and socialising, wearing name badges and green UL lanyards. Professor Brigid Laffan, Chancellor of UL, is shown speaking at a podium with a UL Alumni banner in the background.

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

"The MBA at UL changed how I thought & helped me to understand myself as a leader" In our latest Alumni Spotlight, we speak to MBA graduate, James Ring, CEO of TTM Healthcare Group & former CEO of Limerick Chamber Read on: www.ul.ie/news/univers... #StudyAtUL #StayCurious @ulalumniul.bsky.social

UL MBA graduate James Ring. He is dressed in a blue shirt and navy blazer. The lights in the background are blurred.

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UL Alumni @ulalumniul.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

Calling all UL alumni in Brussels! 🇪🇺 Join us on 5 June at 6pm at Maison du Cygne, Grand Place for an evening with Professor Brigid Laffan, UL Chancellor and expert on European affairs. Free event, limited spots – register soon! www.ul.ie/ul-alumni/ev...

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Brussels Gathering for UL alumni & friends

We are delighted to invite UL alumni and friends to a special gathering in the heart of Brussels. Join us on Thursday, 5 June, at 6pm at Maison du Cygne, Grand Place.The evening will feature a compell...

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 26/05/2025

IBTS issues urgent appeal for 2,000 additional blood donations over the next 4 weeks New & existing donors from the UL community can make a big difference in Castletroy today and tomorrow: www.giveblood.ie/find-a-clini... #GiveBlood #SpeirGorm

Save a life, give blood. Castletroy Park Hotel. Monday 26th May from 4:20pm to 7:40pm. Tuesday 27th May from 4:20pm to 7:40pm. Call 1800 222 111 for an appointment. Give blood.

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UL Alumni @ulalumniul.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 13/05/2025

In the latest instalment of our Alumni Spotlight, we speak to Cian Woods, graduate of Computer Games Development from UL’s Department of Computer Science and Information Systems. Cian now works at Jaguar Land Rover in Shannon, County Clare. www.ul.ie/news/univers... @ulalumniul.bsky.social

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UL Alumni @ulalumniul.bsky.social · 25/03/2025

The countdown is on! UL Class Reunion Day 2025 takes place on Saturday 23 August and promises to be the best yet – with new micro-tours and the option to stay on campus. More info: ulclassreunion2025.eventbrite.ie

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

"Hurling with UL was some of the most enjoyable times I have had in my hurling career" In the latest instalment of our Alumni Spotlight series, we speak to Limerick hurler Tom Morrissey, a graduate of UL's Bachelor of Business Studies & Masters of Taxation www.ul.ie/news/univers... #StudyAtUL

Limerick hurler and UL graduate, Tom Morrissey, celebrates in Croke Park. He is wearing a green Limerick jersey and has his fist up in celebration.

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UL Alumni @ulalumniul.bsky.social · 28/04/2025

Nominations for the 2025 UL Alumni Awards close this Wednesday, 30 April. Know a graduate making a real impact? Nominate them today: www.ul.ie/ul-alumni/nominate-a-graduate

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UL Alumni @ulalumniul.bsky.social · 17/04/2025

We were delighted to welcome our alumni community in Dublin to the Royal Irish Academy last night for an unforgettable alumni event. A highlight was Professor Stephen Kinsella's powerful talk on Ireland’s resilience in uncertain times. Photos and more from the evening: www.ul.ie/ul-alumni/du...

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Claire Dupont @cladupont.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

Really nice to attend the @ulalumniul.bsky.social event in Dublin this evening. I hope I can attend more events in future. Thanks to @stephenkinsella.bsky.social for sharing his insights into the chaotic times we live in. I learned that we should not underestimate Ireland’s stability premium!

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