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Auslobung Wiener Rupert-Riedl-Preis 2024

by Institut für Philosophie

Sehr geehrte Damen und Herren, wir möchten Sie gerne darauf aufmerksam machen, dass der Club of Vienna dieses Jahr wieder den *WIENER RUPERT-RIEDL-PREIS 2024* auslobt. In den eingereichten Arbeiten muss ein Bezug zur evolutionären Erkenntnistheorie ersichtlich sein, als deren Begründer Rupert Riedl gilt. Arbeiten, die neue oder kritische Zugänge zu evolutionstheoretischen Ansätzen aufgreifen, sind gleichermaßen willkommen. Gefördert werden theoretische und praxisbezogene Arbeiten aus den Geistes-, Sozial- und Wirtschaftswissenschaften sowie den Natur- und Technikwissenschaften. Wir bitten interessierte Nachwuchswissenschafter:innen, ihre Bewerbungsunterlagen in Pdf-Format bis zum*31. Mai 2024 * an __sekretariat(a)clubofvienna.org <mailto:sekretariat@clubofvienna.org> zu senden. *Kriterien der Preiswürdigkeit* - Verankerung in der Evolutionstheorie - Interdisziplinarität - gesellschaftliche Relevanz - wissenschaftliche Exzellenz Der Club of Vienna wendet sich mit dem Preis an den wissenschaftlichen Nachwuchs in den jeweiligen Disziplinen. Die Arbeiten können in deutscher und englischer Sprache verfasst sein und dürfen nicht älter als drei Jahre sein (ab 2021). Arbeiten, die bereis einmal eingereicht wurden, können kein zweites Mal berücksichtigt werden. *Preisgeld und Jury* Die Höhe des Preisgeldes beträgt *1.000 Euro. * Die Forschungsarbeiten werden von einem ExpertInnenkreis begutachtet. Die Entscheidung der Jury findet unter Ausschluss des Rechtswegs statt. *Einzureichende Unterlagen* - Forschungsarbeit (Diplom-, Masterarbeit, Dissertation, Habilitation) - Zusammenfassung der Forschungsarbeit auf 1-2 Seiten in deutscher Sprache - Beurteilung der Arbeit - Lebenslauf der Bewerberin bzw. des Bewerbers Die Informationen zur Preisausschreibung sind auch auf unserer Homepage abrufbar: http://www.clubofvienna.org/wiener-rupert-riedl-preis/bewerbung/ <http://www.clubofvienna.org/wiener-rupert-riedl-preis/bewerbung/> Für Rückfragen stehen wir gerne zur Verfügung. Mit besten Grüßen Sigrid Kroismayr Mag.a Dr.in Sigrid Kroismayr Öffentlichkeitsarbeit Gußhausstr. 30/230-1 A-1040 Wien www.clubofvienna.org <http://www.clubofvienna.org> mit freundlicher Unterstützung Wenn Sie keine weiteren Nachrichten erhalten wollen, senden Sie bitte eine Nachricht an sekretariat(a)clubofvienna.org <mailto:sekretariat@clubofvienna.org>

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Register now: Workshop "Biasing Mechanisms in Scientific Research, 31 May - 1 June 2024, Leibniz University Hannover

by Institut für Philosophie

We cordially invite you to our workshop on "Biasing Mechanisms in Scientific Research" - registration is now open! *BIASING MECHANISMS IN SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH <https://www.socrates.uni-hannover.de/en/news-events/upcoming-events/news/wo…>* * International Workshop Institute of Philosophy, Leibniz University Hannover, Germany 31 May - 1 June 2024* *Register now! (Deadline: 22 May 2024 23:59 CEST) <https://cryptpad.fr/form/#/2/form/view/LTAgixiqpztxbodd55uWnIGNgdqD0+eTy6KP…>* In the philosophy of science, recent work has led to an emerging consensus that science is not value-free, and that values, including social and political values, play different roles in the research process. It has also become clear that, values can have both a positive and a negative impact on science. Sometimes, values can contribute to science’s epistemic and social goals, while other times, they can have a detrimental effect on science’s epistemic goals, i.e., biasing research results. With this framework in mind, the main goal of this workshop is to clarify the negative roles of values in scientific research, and in particular their sometimes-biasing effects. While it is well-known that biases impact scientific research results, we have a less clear understanding of the different types of biases, their mechanisms, and their scope. The workshop includes talks by invited speakers Anke Büter (Aarhus University), Heather Douglas (Michigan State University), Jacob Stegenga (University of Cambridge), and David Teira (Universidad Nacional de Educación a Distancia). There is no participation fee. The workshop language is English; the workshop is in-person only. See the workshop website <https://www.socrates.uni-hannover.de/en/news-events/upcoming-events/news/wo…> for the programme and more information. If you have any questions, please contact the workshop organiser Prof. Dr. Torsten Wilholt (torsten.wilholt(a)philos.uni-hannover.de). /This workshop is supported by the German Research Foundation (DFG) and is a collaboration between SOCRATES <https://www.socrates.uni-hannover.de/en/> and the research project “A Philosophical Approach to Biasing Mechanisms in Scientific Research", which is a joint research project by Prof. Dr. Torsten Wilholt of Leibniz University Hannover and Prof. Dr. Manuela Fernández Pinto of the Centre for Applied Ethics at the Universidad de los Andes (Bogotá, Kolumbien)./ Best regards, Leonie Wiemeyer on behalf of the organising committee -- Dr. Leonie Wiemeyer (sie/she) Koordinatorin | Coordinator Office days: Tuesdays and alternate Thursdays “SOCRATES – Social Credibility and Trustworthiness of Expert Knowledge and Science-Based Information” DFG-Kollegforschungsgruppe (KFG) 43, Centre for Advanced Studies in Humanities and Social Sciences Institut für Philosophie Leibniz Universität Hannover Lange Laube 32 30159 Hannover Germany E-Mail:leonie.wiemeyer@philos.uni-hannover.de Mobil: +49 (0)160 92470508 Telefon: +49 (0)511 762-14541 Find us online athttp://socrates.uni-hannover.de!

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Tipping Time. Klimakonferenz der Zivilgesellschaft, 09.05.24 bis 11.05.24

by Institut für Philosophie

Liebe Kolleg:innen, ich wurde gebeten, folgende Veranstaltungsankündigung weiterzuleiten. Liebe Grüße, Arno Böhler *Tipping Time. Klimakonferenz der Zivilgesellschaft * *09.05.24 bis 11.05.24* Tipping Time <http://www.globart.at/tipping-time/> globart.at <http://www.globart.at/tipping-time/> favicon-2.ico <http://www.globart.at/tipping-time/> <http://www.globart.at/tipping-time/> Bei der Klimakonferenz "Tipping Time" wird der Soziologe Nikolaj Schultz, der mit Bruno Latour gemeinsam "Zur Entstehung einer ökologischen Klasse“ geschrieben hat, im Sonnenpark St.Pölten über einen "neuen Existenzialismus für uns und unsere Umwelt" sprechen. Zudem werden die Physikerin Friederike Otto (IPCC Lead Autor), Autor Daniel Schreiber, Kulturwissenschafterin Karin Harrasser, das interdisziplinäre Forschungsprojekt "Performing Landscape“ und zahlreiche Klima-Aktivist*innen und Künstler*innen Konzepte für eine ökologische Transformation vorstellen und mit uns diskutieren. Tickets und weitere Informationen unter www.globart.at/tipping-time/ <http://www.globart.at/tipping-time/> 3-Tages Pass für Studierende und unter 26: 25€ *Globart - Verein für diskursive Praxis* www.globart.at <http://www.globart.at/>* * Ausblick: *Tipping Time - Klimakonferenz der Zivilgesellschaft* 9.5.-11.5.2024 Sonnenpark St. Pölten im Rahmen von Tangente - in Zusammenarbeit mit Solektiv

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Aussendung DSPL43: FÖP 15.05.2024 ab 13:30 Uhr

by Institut für Philosophie

Liebe Kolleg:innen, im Anhang schicke ich Ihnen den Aushang für die kommende FÖP der DSPL43 ( Philosophie) am Mittwoch, 15.05.2024 ab 13.30. Bitte beachten Sie, dass die FÖP dieses Semester vor Ort im Hörsaal 3F (3. Stock, NIG) stattfindet. -- Dear colleagues, Please find attached the schedule for our next faculty-public presentation (FÖP) of doctoral research projects on Wednesday, 15 May 2024 from 1.30 p.m. onwards. Please note that this semester the FÖP will be held on site in Hörsaal 3F (3. Stock, NIG). Mit besten Grüßen, With best wishes, Benjamin Schnieder, DSPL43

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Phänomenologische Forschungen - Programm Sommersemester 2024

by Institut für Philosophie

Liebe Kolleg_innen, wir möchten Sie herzlich zu den Veranstaltungender Vortragsreihe „Phänomenologische Forschungen“ im Sommersemester 2024 einladen(siehe auch Attachment Plakat anbei): *16.05.2024* *Ruud Welten (Erasmus University Rotterdam)* - VORTRAG: Do., 16.05.2025, 18.30–20.00 Uhr, Hörsaal 2H, Institut für Philosophie der Universität Wien, Universitätsstraße 7, A-1010 Wien /Levinas and Lacan: Reflections on Language and Psychosis/ *20./21.06.2024* *Thomas Fuchs (Universität Heidelberg)* - VORTRAG: Do., 20.06.2024, 18.30–20.00 Uhr, Hörsaal 3D, Institut für Philosophie der Universität Wien, Universitätsstraße 7, A-1010 Wien /Verteidigung des Menschen. Plädoyer für einen verkörperten Humanismus/ - WORKSHOP: Fr., 21.06.2024, 09.00–12.00 Uhr, Hörsaal 2H, Institut für Philosophie der Universität Wien, Universitätsstraße 7, A-1010 Wien Texte und Informationen zum Workshop: gerhard.unterthurner(a)univie.ac.at Neben der Veranstaltung mit Thomas Fuchs in den „Phänomenologischen Forschungen“ gibt es einen weiteren von der Integrativen Gestalttherapie - Fachsektion im ÖAGG veranstalteten Workshop mit ihm am 21.06.2024 mit dem Titel „Phänomenologie als Grundlage der Psychotherapie“, der sich an Ausbildungskandidat_innen, Psychotherapeut_innen richtet, aber auch für Externe offen ist (siehe Attachment). Organisation: Michael Staudigl, Gerhard Unterthurner in Zusammenarbeit mit Florian Schmidsberger https://phaenomenologie.univie.ac.at/forschung/vorlesungsreihe-phaenomenolo… <https://phaenomenologie.univie.ac.at/forschung/vorlesungsreihe-phaenomenolo…> In Kooperation mit Gruppe Phänomenologie Mit besten Grüßen, Michael Staudigl, Gerhard Unterthurner

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M. Fedorova: "On Virtues and Vices of Imaginative Constraints", Z.Daus: "Distribution, Recognition and the Politics of Justice in Medical AI" - WIP series: May 2, 17:15-18:45, 3A

by VD Philosophy

Dear Colleagues, We are happy to invite you to the next session of the Work-In-Progress series in a week, on Thursday 2nd May. There will be two presentations, given by Mariia Fedorova and Zachary Daus. Detailed information is below: When & Where: Thursday, May 2, 17:15 - 18:45, Hörsaal 3A (NIG, Universitätsstraße 7) 1st Presentation: Speaker: Mariia Fedorova. Title: On Virtues and Vices of Imaginative Constraints Abstract: Several philosophers have recently argued that imagination can be epistemically useful when it is properly constrained by reality. Nevertheless, the nature of the so-called imaginative constraints has remained a contentious matter. On the one hand, it is believed that imagination is constrained by one’s beliefs about the world which are readily accessible to introspection and available for voluntary control. I refer to this view as the voluntary-imaginative-constraints view (VIC). On the other hand, given the shared cognitive architecture of perception and imagination, imaginative constraints are stipulated to take the form of perceptual regularities, inaccessible to consciousness and, by extension, out of voluntary control. Call this view the architectural-imaginative-constraints view (AIC). Prima facie, VIC and AIC are compatible. It seems plausible to suppose that imagination can be constrained by one’s beliefs about the world as well as by perceptual regularities. Under closer examination, however, the advocates of VIC and AIC appear to talk about one and the same kind of imaginative constraints - the imaginer’s background knowledge of her environment. The key difference between VIC and AIC lies in the relationship they take to obtain between the imaginer and her knowledge. This puts pressure on the apparent compatibility of VIC and AIC and challenges us to make a choice between treating the imaginer’s knowledge as (i) consciously accessible and controlled or as (ii) inaccessible to consciousness and out of voluntary control. If we favour (i), imagination’s reliability is in jeopardy. If we favour (ii), its epistemic value is compromised. Fortunately, a dual-system model of imagination as proposed by Michael Stuart offers a way out of this dilemma. Instead of distinguishing different types of imaginative constraints, we can distinguish different ways of exercising imagination, one of which is consciously accessible and controlled, while the other is unconscious and automatic. 2nd Presentation: Speaker: Zachary Daus. Title: Distribution, Recognition and the Politics of Justice in Medical AI. Abstract: Advocates of artificial intelligence (AI) in medicine suggest that one of its greatest benefits is its ability to resolve issues in the distribution of scarce medical resources. While there is real potential for medical AI to alleviate medical resource scarcity and consequently contribute to a more just distribution of medical resources, this would come at a cost to justice as recognition. A biased clinical decision support system (CDSS), for example, may result in more distributively just outcomes by expanding access to medical care, but at a cost to the mis-recognition of minorities and women. Should such a CDSS be tolerated for its improvement in distribution at its cost to recognition? Similarly a black box CDSS, for example, may arrive at decisions that are incapable of meaningful explanations despite expanding access to medical care. Must such systems incur the cost of being engineered for explainability in order to ensure that they do not mis-recognize humans qua rational agents? In light of these and similar issues, I argue that one of the predominant theories of justice that guides the distribution of medical resources—Norman Daniels's Rawls-inspired accountability for reasonableness (AFR)—must be either supplemented or replaced by a theory of justice as recognition, and consider the theories of recognition developed by Nancy Fraser and Axel Honneth as potential candidates. There are refreshments and snacks. And all are invited to join for dinner or drinks afterward. Please let us know (wip.philosophie(a)univie.ac.at) if you have any questions or if you would like to present for the Work-in-Progress series yourself. You can find calendar and event information at: https://vd-philosophy.univie.ac.at/phd-program/doctoral-training/wip-series/. Best wishes and we hope to see you there! The organizing team

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APSE Talk - Stephanie Ifill - 12.10.23 - Knowledge as a turn towards the possibility of existence

by Sophie Juliane Veigl

Dear all, we cordially invite you to the upcoming talk of the APSE - lecture series, delivered by Stephanie Ifill (University of Westminster) Title: Knowledge as a turn towards the possibility of existence When/Where: 12.10., 15-17pm, HS 3A If you are interested in joining us for dinner/drinks afterwards, write an email to Manu Sharma (manu.sharma(a)univie.ac.at)! everyone welcome! Abstract: "I came to realise that to produce knowledge, I must enter into a framework where I am non-existent....I refused...There must be another possibility, another way of knowing." This talk brings forward the question: what is the possibility of epistemic non-existence? One of the possibilities I raise is that of the turn. The turn is not a seek of inclusion in; it's a turn, a break from. I turn in relation to Sylvia Wynter (to rupture) and Henri Bergson (to indetermination) to help articulate what I mean by epistemic turn. Upon awareness, there is the possibility to turn from, indeed with a cost, but a possibility none the less. This talk represents the culmination of deep thought brought out through relational conversations and a direct lived confrontation with epistemic non-existence; it's part of an ongoing experiment in the possibility of appearing in Europe as a *Black woman (outside of the cage). Kind regards, Sophie Veigl on behalf of the APSE-Unit -- Dr. Sophie Juliane Veigl, BSc., BA., MSc., MA. Institut für Philosophie, Universität Wien E-Mail: sophie.juliane.veigl(a)univie.ac.at my pronouns are she/her

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Final Call for Applications: European Summer School on the Philosophy of Mathematics - Vienna, September 9-13

by Zarah Weiss

Summer School Call for Applications (Deadline: April 1, 2024 extended: April 30, 2024) 22nd univie: summer school Scientific World Conceptions (USS-SWC) EuropEAN SUMMER SCHOOL on the philosophy of mathematics in cooperation with EUROPEAN SOCIETY FOR THE PHILOSOPHY OF MATHEMATICS (ESPM) <https://philmath.eu/> https://philmath.eu/ Vienna, September 9-13, 2024 The second European Summer School on the Philosophy of Mathematics will focus on different topics in the philosophy of mathematics, its foundations, as well as on the philosophy of mathematical practice. We are happy to invite abstract submissions by graduate students (MA and PhD). The School will be hosted in person at the University of Vienna and will include three tutorials by distinguished scholars as well as a training unit on "Quantitative and qualitative empirical methods for philosophers of mathematics" by Matthew Inglis and Deborah Kant (provided by the CIPSH Chair DMRCP ("Diversity of Mathematical Research Cultures and Practices"). The school aims to bring together Master and PhD students interested in the connection between philosophy and mathematics, giving them the opportunity to discuss related topics with leading scholars in the field. Topics will be selected reflecting participants interests and may include: * Mathematical knowledge and mathematical understanding * Justification and representation in mathematics * Informal proofs and mathematical rigor * The role of intuition and diagrams in mathematical reasoning * Experimental mathematics and mathematical practice * Mathematical ontology Lecturers: Jessica Carter (Aarhus University) <https://pure.au.dk/portal/en/persons/jessica-maria-helena-grund-carter(5177 bcfe-0a52-4da9-aa71-e06fa0a3d5a6).html> https://pure.au.dk/portal/en/persons/jessica-maria-helena-grund-carter(5177b cfe-0a52-4da9-aa71-e06fa0a3d5a6).html Yacin Hamami (ETH Zurich) <https://www.yacinhamami.com> https://www.yacinhamami.com Leon Horsten (University of Konstanz) <https://www.philosophie.uni-konstanz.de/en/ag-leon-horsten/leon-horsten/> https://www.philosophie.uni-konstanz.de/en/ag-leon-horsten/leon-horsten/ The program is primarily directed at graduate students and junior researchers in relevant fields, but the organizers also encourage applications from people in all stages of their career. Application form and further information: <https://summerschool-ivc.univie.ac.at/application/> https://summerschool-ivc.univie.ac.at/application/ USS-SWC operates under the academic supervision of an International Program Committee of distinguished philosophers, historians, and scientists. Its members represent the scientific fields in the scope of USS-SWC, make contact to their home universities and will also support acknowledgement of courses taken by the students. The annual summer school is organised by the Institute Vienna Circle of the University of Vienna. <https://wienerkreis.univie.ac.at/en/> https://wienerkreis.univie.ac.at/en/ Find information about our exchange programme with Duke University (North Carolina) here: <https://international.univie.ac.at/en/international-cooperation/university- wide-partnership-agreements/north-america/> https://international.univie.ac.at/en/international-cooperation/university-w ide-partnership-agreements/north-america/ Inquiries: Administrator: Zarah Weiss Institute Vienna Circle Alserstraße 23/32 1080 Wien <mailto:summerschool.ivc@univie.ac.at> summerschool.ivc(a)univie.ac.at Scientific director: Georg Schiemer Institute Vienna Circle Alserstraße 23/32 1080 Wien <mailto:georg.schiemer@univie.ac.at> georg.schiemer(a)univie.ac.at

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IVC Talk: Jesús Zamora Bonilla on "On observational statements as epistemic public goods: an inferentialist reconstruction of Neurath's Protokollsätze", April 25, 4.45 pm

by Zarah Weiss

Dear all, our next speaker in the Philosophy of Science Colloquium organized by the Institute Vienna Circle is Jesús Zamora Bonilla, who will give a talk on April 25, 4.45-6.15 pm. All are welcome! ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PHILOSOPHY OF SCIENCE COLLOQUIUM TALK: JESÚS ZAMORA BONILLA ON OBSERVATIONAL STATEMENTS AS EPISTEMIC PUBLIC GOODS: AN INFERENTIALIST RECONSTRUCTION OF NEURATH'S PROTOKOLLSÄTZE Philosophy of Science Colloquium The Institute Vienna Circle holds a Philosophy of Science Colloquium with talks by our present fellows. Date: 25/04/2024 Time: 16h45 Venue: New Institute Building (NIG), Universitätsstraße 7, 1010 Wien, HS 3F ABSTRACT: Philosophical discussions have tended to concentrate much more on how observational statements are 'theory laden' than on what is what makes them observational to begin with. After discrediting the notion of a 'purely observational language' or the existence of 'pure sense data', consensus has apparently been that it is a concern for the practicing scientists themselves to determine by acquaintance or familiarity what counts in each case as an 'observation', without the possibility of having something like a 'general philosophical theory of scientific observation'. Without denying the role of contextual and tacit knowledge in the process of determining what can be taken as an observational statement, this talk tries to recover Otto Neurath's idea of Protokolsätze by immersing it in an inferentialist account of scientific activity (or 'science as a game of persuasion') and by employing some concepts derived from economics and game theory, in particular Milgrom's notion of 'public events' as a possible solution of the problem of common knowledge in games of coordination. Further consequences are derived in regard of the relation between private and public knowledge, and about the revisability of observational information.

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Tomorrow 17:00-18:30: WIP Series with Jesús Zamora Bonilla (UNED): "Reflections on the Ontology of Social Problems"

by Martin Niederl

Dear all, this is just a reminder that tomorrow is UVienna's Work-In-Progress Series with Jesús Zamora Bonilla (Visiting Scholar from UNED). When? Thursday, April 18, 17:00 - 18:30 Where? Hörsaal 3A (NIG, Universitätsstraße 7) Title: "Reflections on the ontology of social problems" Abstract: The aim of this talk is to explore the entangledness of social problems with both the positive and normative aspects of social reality and social ideas, and connect it with a variety of debates within the social ontology literature. Despite the broad scope of this field, 'social problems' are conspicuously missing as an independent category. This omission is intriguing since many of the listed topics (like Group Agency, Organizations, Money, Race, Gender, and Disability, etc.) are inherently linked to various kinds of social problems. This dearth of attention to social problems is also reflected in academic databases like The Philosopher's Index, which yield zero results when searching for "ontology" and "social problem" together. The neglect of social problems within the academic field of social ontology is not due to a lack of significance attached to them by social scientists themselves: disciplines like economics and sociology recognize the centrality of social problems and have dedicated a lot of work to their study. Some arguments in favour of the centrality of social problems are the following: first, in many philosophical theories, from pragmatism to existentialism, ‘reality’ is not merely a question of, say, ‘brute existence’, but something that emerges in front of humans as a kind of resistance (or, as Heidegger would have put it, as a kind of Unzuhandenheit). In this sense, problems would probably be the ‘most real’ things for humans (and perhaps for living beings in general), and social problems would count amongst the ‘hardest’ social facts we can encounter as inhabitants of the social world. Second, something similar happens at the level of the social sciences, whose main direct motivation is very likely the attempt of understanding the social world in order to help to solve some of the problems that afflict the members of the societies to which social scientists themselves belong. These arguments point to the conclusion that the most reasonable approaches to the ontology of social problems will have to pay considerable attention to items and ideas coming from phenomenology. Everyone is most cordially invited to join us for dinner or drinks afterward. If possible, please let us know in advance by email. You can write to wip.philosophie(a)univie.ac.at <mailto:wip.philosophie@univie.ac.at> if you have any questions or would like to present for the Work-in-Progress series. Calendar and event information can be found at: https://vd-philosophy.univie.ac.at/phd-program/doctoral-training/wip-series/ Best wishes and we hope to see many of you there! The Organizing Team (Chiara Dankl, Martin Niederl, Yi-Jie Xia, Adrian Fleisch, Mark Basafa, Sophie Veigl, Raphael Aybar, Nianzu Tu)

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