Under the Patronage of His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Council

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تحت رعاية سموّ الشيخ خالد بن محمد بن زايد آل نهيان، ولي عهد أبوظبي رئيس المجلس التنفيذي لإمارة أبوظبي

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location ADNEC CENTRE ABU DHABI, UAE

TOWARDS LONGEVITY, REDEFINING HEALTH AND WELL-BEING


AN ABU DHABI STRATEGIC INITIATIVE

LIVE STAGE

As a dynamic hub of innovation, the Live Stage fosters collaboration, explores groundbreaking ideas, and envisions the future of health - all accessible with your complimentary visitor pass.

LIVE STAGE AT ADGHW 2025

The Live Stage, located at the heart of the exhibition floor, is a vibrant and interactive hub designed to complement The Forum @ ADGHW. Open to all attendees, it offers a dynamic platform to explore cutting-edge healthcare innovations, engage with industry leaders, and gain practical insights through an array of engaging formats.

Over three days, the Live Stage will feature a diverse programme of short presentations, panel discussions, case studies, fireside chats, live demonstrations, and technology showcases. These sessions are crafted to deliver actionable insights by highlighting real-world examples of innovation implementation, practical case studies from clinical settings, and industry-driven solutions - all distinct from the thought leadership discussions of the main conference.

As the beating heart of Abu Dhabi Global Health Week 2025, the Live Stage fosters collaboration, unveils groundbreaking ideas, and envisions the future of healthcare. With interactive Q&As, expert talks, and hands-on demonstrations, it provides an immersive and accessible experience for all - all accessible with your complimentary visitor pass.

Explore the Live Stage agenda and speakers below to see what’s shaping the future of global health.

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INTRODUCING OUR 2025 LIVE STAGE SPEAKERS

Marwan	Abdulaziz

Marwan Abdulaziz

Senior Vice President

Dubai Science Park, Dubai Knowledge Park & Dubai International Academic City - TECOM Group

Bjorn Almer

Bjorn Almer

CBO

Skane Care

Dr. Mohammad Al-Ubaydli

Dr. Mohammad Al-Ubaydli

CRO

Patients Know Best

Charlotte Ashton-Khan

Charlotte Ashton-Khan

Director of External Affairs

Office of Health Economics (OHE)

Prof. Andreas Bender

Prof. Andreas Bender

Professor (Incoming); CITO, Khalifa University

Pangea Bio

Upinder Bhat

Upinder Bhat

President

DVI Health Solutions, Inc

Ben	Caton

Ben Caton

Managing Director

Ergochair

Julie Coope

Julie Coope

Global Health Lead

BRG

Alex Diaconu

Alex Diaconu

CEO & Co-Founder

AiGIA

Nick Dobrzelecki

Nick Dobrzelecki

Managing Partner

The Learnery

Alan Dubovsky

Alan Dubovsky

Vice President, Chief Patient Experience Officer    

Cedars-Sinai

Dr. Ibrahim Eljabour

Dr. Ibrahim Eljabour

Executive Director

PHARMALINK

Recai Serdar	Gemici

Recai Serdar Gemici

Co-founder & CEO

Albert Health

Dr. Alex Gleason

Dr. Alex Gleason

VP Clinical Education 

 M42

Gerard Hanratty

Gerard Hanratty

Partner 

Browne Jacobson LLP

Methven	Forbes

Methven Forbes

Group Chief Executive Officer

Fuller and Forbes Healthcare Group

Steve Gardner

Steve Gardner

Managing Director

Healthcare World

Franco Goytia

Franco Goytia

CEO

CellCo

Dr. Samah Ibrahim

Dr. Samah Ibrahim

Regulatory Affairs and PV Director, Middle East, North and West Africa

Organon Pharma

Dr. Gireesh Kumar

Dr. Gireesh Kumar

Associate Partner - Healthcare Advisory Services

Knight Frank Middle East Limited

Dr Amrita Kumar

Dr Amrita Kumar

Clinical AI Lead & Consultant Radiologist

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, UK

Dr. Raees Lunat

Dr. Raees Lunat

Clinical Lead and Clinical Safety Officer

Strategy&, PwC

Luma Makari

Luma Makari

Co-founder & CEO

Elggo

Robert McGough

Robert McGough

Partner 

Hill Dickinson LLP

Dimitris	Moulavasilis

Dimitris Moulavasilis

Chief Executive Officer, Global Patient Care    

M42

David Nace

David Nace

Chief Medical Officer

Innovaccer

Peter Ohnemus

Peter Ohnemus

President & CEO

dacadoo ag

Dr. Laila Osama Abdulwareth

Dr. Laila Osama Abdulwareth

Chief Executive Officer

National Reference Laboratory

Dr. Umair Qureshi

Dr. Umair Qureshi

Physician

The Brain & Performance Centre A DP World Company

Balagopal Ramdurai

Balagopal Ramdurai

Chief Technology Officer

Vectramind Health

Dr. Mikko Rautalahti

Dr. Mikko Rautalahti

Medical Director of Digital Occupational Health

Terveystalo

Emma Sheldon MBE

Emma Sheldon MBE

CEO

Healthcare World

Ali Siam

Ali Siam

Chief Business Officer

Rubedo Life Science

Jodie Sinclair

Jodie Sinclair

 Senior Partner & Head of Employment, Pensions and Immigration

Bevan Brittan

Dr. Vidya Velagapudi

Dr. Vidya Velagapudi

Senior Vice President

M42

Neil Warma

Neil Warma

President & CEO

Mongoose Bio, Inc.

Dr. Emer	MacSweeney

Dr. Emer MacSweeney

CEO & Founder of Re:Cognition Health & Consultant Neuroradiologist   

 Re:Cognition Health Ltd

Glenn Crossley

Glenn Crossley

CEO 

Burendo

Shiraz Bajwa

Shiraz Bajwa

Senior Operating Director

Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC)

Rizwan Tufail

Rizwan Tufail

Group Chief Data Officer

PureHealth

Simon Swift

Simon Swift

CEO    

Lytix Ltd

Stuart Leatherby

Stuart Leatherby

Chief Commercial Officer

 National Health Insurance Company – Daman

Benjamin Furneaux

Benjamin Furneaux

Prinicipal    

Amea Growth

Dr. Manel Boufaied

Dr. Manel Boufaied

Senior Manager, Operational Excellence   

 M42

Dr. Fatima Jamali

Dr. Fatima Jamali

Chief Executive Officer

CELL LAB 7 Ltd

Pilar Fernandez Hermida

Pilar Fernandez Hermida

Founder and Managing Director

I-expand

Justine McCarthy

Justine McCarthy

Partner, Healthcare and Life Sciences Leader, Middle East and Africa

IBM

Dr. Shaikha Almazrouei

Dr. Shaikha Almazrouei

Co-founder

Cell Lab 7

Mohamed Al Breiki

Mohamed Al Breiki

Executive Director   

 Masdar City

Marwan	Isam Osman Mohamed

Marwan Isam Osman Mohamed

Assistant Business Development Manager    

Masdar City

Dr. Marie Ibrahim

Dr. Marie Ibrahim

Associate Director of Regulatory Affairs

 IROS CRO - M42

Vanessa	Reeve

Vanessa Reeve

Head

Guy's and St Thomas' Consulting

Prof. Lisa Marie (Bayliss) Pratt

Prof. Lisa Marie (Bayliss) Pratt

Director - Chief Academic Officer   

Fatima College of Health Sciences

Prof. Lisa Marie (Bayliss) Pratt

Prof. Lisa Marie (Bayliss) Pratt

Director - Chief Academic Officer   

Fatima College of Health Sciences

Prof. Eugene Oteng-Ntim

Prof. Eugene Oteng-Ntim

Consultant Obstetrician and Clinical Director of Women’s Health Directorate   

 Guy's and St Thomas' Specialist Care

Dr. Abdul Salam Al Belushi

Dr. Abdul Salam Al Belushi

Chief Medical and Strategic Officer

 Tricelx

2025 LIVE STAGE AGENDA

Tuesday 15 April 2025

Wednesday 16 April 2025

Thursday 17 April 2025

Exhibition Floor

From AI to Impact: Real-World Healthcare Transformation

14:00 -14:05

Exhibition Floor

Opening Remarks

14:05 -14:50

Exhibition Floor

Panel discussion (Healthcare World)

Building Data Driven Healthcare Systems

This session will consider how data can be used to drive the highest quality and best outcomes for patients. How can we use data to benchmark quality and measure improvement? How do we find and ensure the quality data to measure our healthcare performance?

Panellist

Charlotte Ashton-Khan

Director of External Affairs

Office of Health Economics (OHE)

Julie Coope

Global Health Lead

BRG

Alan Dubovsky

Vice President, Chief Patient Experience Officer    

Cedars-Sinai

Gerard Hanratty

Partner 

Browne Jacobson LLP

Shiraz Bajwa

Senior Operating Director

Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC)

Dr. Manel Boufaied

Senior Manager, Operational Excellence   

 M42

Moderator

Emma Sheldon MBE

CEO

Healthcare World

14:55 -15:15

Exhibition Floor

Fireside chat (Healthcare World)

Ethics, AI and Data in Healthcare: Navigating the Gray Areas

We are moving into the age of data and AI in healthcare but many are still cautious on both the clinical and patient sides of the relationship. What are the ethics of AI and data use in healthcare and do we have anything to be scared of? 

Emma Sheldon MBE

CEO

Healthcare World

Rizwan Tufail

Group Chief Data Officer

PureHealth

15:20 -15:40

Exhibition Floor

Innovation spotlight

AI in Medicine – Case Studies Towards Translation, Clinical Impact and Future Developments

AI has been applied in many areas, such as medicine, with varying degrees of success. This contribution will present scientific aspects of patient stratification and drug discovery using machine learning, and translation to practice, including the formation of clinical-stage biotech companies and aspects that contributed to their success. Particular emphasis will be on using AI approaches for the discovery of natural products active against neurodegenerative diseases which have entered clinical phases, as well as requirements for a functional ecosystem allowing the translation of research findings to the formation of successful start-up companies in the biotech and drug discovery field.

Speaker

Prof. Andreas Bender

Professor (Incoming); CITO, Khalifa University

Pangea Bio

15:45 -16:05

Exhibition Floor

Innovation spotlight

AI-Driven Medical Imaging: Establishing Governance and Best Practices for Implementation

1. Setting up AI implementation & governance frameworks
2. Real world case study using CXR AI
3. Developing real world monitoring mechanism and Algorithm audit

Speaker

Dr Amrita Kumar

Clinical AI Lead & Consultant Radiologist

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, UK

16:10 -16:30

Innovation spotlight

Transforming Cancer Treatment through AI

Explore how Generative AI is revolutionising cancer treatment through accelerated drug discovery and personalised medicine approaches. This session highlights AI's role in building sustainable life sciences ecosystems, with particular focus on Middle Eastern healthcare innovation and the UAE's emerging leadership in global healthcare.

Speaker

Neil Warma

President & CEO

Mongoose Bio, Inc.

16:35 -16:55

Exhibition Floor

Innovation Spotlight

Beyond Detection: How AI-Powered Screening is Revolutionising Early Intervention in Mental Health

Discover how AI is revolutionizing mental health care by shifting from a reactive to a proactive approach. This session delves into the cutting-edge realm of AI-powered screening tools, highlighting their remarkable ability to detect early warning signs, deliver personalized interventions, and bridge accessibility gaps—particularly in underserved communities. Learn how these innovative technologies are reshaping mental health care, offering new hope where traditional systems often fall short. With real-world insights and a visionary outlook for the future, this talk will inspire you to reimagine our approach to mental well-being in a rapidly evolving world.

Luma Makari

Co-founder & CEO

Elggo

17:00 -17:20

Exhibition Floor

Innovation Spotlight

Engineering the Future: AI, Regenerative Medicine and the Rise of Neuro Longevity

This session explores how cutting-edge advances in regenerative medicine, powered by AI and stem cell technologies, are transforming the landscape of spinal and neurological care. From real-time intervention at the point of injury to personalised cellular therapies and predictive models for healthy aging, discover how science-backed innovation is laying the foundation for a future of intelligent healing and neuro longevity.

Dr. Abdul Salam Al Belushi

Chief Medical and Strategic Officer

 Tricelx
Exhibition Floor

Precision Medicine & Personalised Health in Practice

10:30 -10:35

Exhibition Floor

Opening Remarks

10:35 -11:20

Exhibition Floor

Panel discussion (Healthcare World)

Personalised Medicine / Population Health and the Preventative Agenda - Who Pays the Bill

Data driven healthcare personalised medicine, population and preventative health have been at the top of the agenda for the discussion in global health systems for several years. But our payor systems are not geared up to fund this activity. This session considers how insurance, outcome-based payment models or government initiatives can be tailored to meet the requirements of the future.

Panellists

Methven Forbes

Group Chief Executive Officer

Fuller and Forbes Healthcare Group

Robert McGough

Partner 

Hill Dickinson LLP

Dr. Vidya Velagapudi

Senior Vice President

M42

Simon Swift

CEO    

Lytix Ltd

Stuart Leatherby

Chief Commercial Officer

 National Health Insurance Company – Daman

Benjamin Furneaux

Prinicipal    

Amea Growth

Moderator

Steve Gardner

Managing Director

Healthcare World

11:25 -11:45

Exhibition Floor

Firechat (Healthcare World)

Global Healthcare, the Female Agenda

This session will examine the current state of women’s health in 2025. How big is the gap between male and female healthcare in terms of funding, research, prioritisation and delivery. What are the biggest challenges facing women's healthcare globally and how can we narrow the gender gap?  

Emma Sheldon MBE

CEO

Healthcare World

Prof. Eugene Oteng-Ntim

Consultant Obstetrician and Clinical Director of Women’s Health Directorate   

 Guy's and St Thomas' Specialist Care

11:50 -12:10

Exhibition Floor

Innovation spotlight

Precision Biologics: How AI and Synthetic Biology are Shaping the Future of Medicine

The convergence of AI, synthetic biology and high-throughput biochemistry is revolutionising how we design and produce next-generation therapeutics. In this session, we explore how advancements in enzyme programming, AI-driven molecular design and synthetic platforms are enabling the creation of precision biologics—medicines that are safer, more effective and scalable for global needs. We will discuss how AI accelerates the discovery and optimisation of therapeutic candidates, from biologics to programmable delivery systems, by predicting molecular interactions, programming drug-functions and optimising production pathways. Through real-world case studies, we'll highlight groundbreaking technologies and molecules poised to revolutionise global medicine.

Speaker

Franco Goytia

CEO

CellCo

12:15 -12:35

Exhibition Floor

Innovation spotlight

Revolutionising Longevity through Self-Care: Decentralised Diagnostics and Personal AI Co-pilots

Explore how technological innovations are transforming healthcare delivery for an ageing population. This session examines the integration of at-home diagnostics and AI-powered health monitoring systems. Discussion will cover the potential impact on healthcare accessibility, early disease detection, and personalised treatment approaches, whilst addressing implementation challenges and regulatory considerations.

Speaker

Alex Diaconu

CEO & Co-Founder

AiGIA

12:40 -13:00

Exhibition Floor

Innovation spotlight

The Future of Longevity Medicine is Here

This presentation examines the revolutionary approach to treating age-related diseases by targeting their root causes. Learn how cutting-edge therapies addressing senescent cells could transform our understanding of aging and disease treatment. The session will explore practical applications in treating conditions like Alzheimer's, diabetes, cancer, and lung fibrosis, offering insights into the future of regenerative medicine.

Speaker

Ali Siam

Chief Business Officer

Rubedo Life Science

13:05 -13:25

Exhibition Floor

Innovation spotlight

The Role of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) in Health, Performance and Longevity

The topic will explore the transformative role of HBOT in enhancing health, performance, and longevity. It will examine HBOT’s impact on brain health, highlighting its benefits for memory and focus, as well as its role in aiding recovery from brain injuries and neurodegenerative conditions. Additionally, the session will address HBOT’s contribution to long-term health and aging, emphasizing its potential to slow cognitive and physical decline while preventing chronic diseases. Finally, the talk will explore the future of HBOT in medicine, focusing on emerging research and the potential for personalized treatments to further optimize brain and body health, ultimately supporting a healthier and longer life.

Dr. Umair Qureshi

Physician

The Brain & Performance Centre A DP World Company

13:30 -14:00

Exhibition Floor

Recognition Ceremony

Champions of Compassion Honoring Philanthropy and Commitment to Sustainable Healthcare

               

 

 

Exhibition Floor

Operational Excellence & Sustainable Healthcare

14:00 -14:05

Exhibition Floor

Opening Remarks

14:05 -14:50

Exhibition Floor

Panel discussion (Healthcare World)

Excellence in Quality: Building High-Performance Healthcare Teams

Delivering effective healthcare is about many things. This session explores the nexus between workforce development, clinical planning, technology and service delivery to create high performing healthcare teams, facilities and systems.

Dr. Gireesh Kumar

Associate Partner - Healthcare Advisory Services

Knight Frank Middle East Limited

Ben Caton

Managing Director

Ergochair

Bjorn Almer

CBO

Skane Care

Dr. Alex Gleason

VP Clinical Education 

 M42

Jodie Sinclair

 Senior Partner & Head of Employment, Pensions and Immigration

Bevan Brittan

Vanessa Reeve

Head

Guy's and St Thomas' Consulting

Moderator

Emma Sheldon MBE

CEO

Healthcare World

14:55 -15:15

Exhibition Floor

Firechat (Healthcare World)

The Memory Game - Breaking Down Walls in the Pursuance of a Treatment for Alzheimer’s

Join Dr Emer MacSweeney from leading mental health practitioners Re-Cognition Health as we discuss her work on clinical trials for the first drugs to treat this debilitating condition and her plans to roll them out to patients. We will also be joined by Dr Laila Abdel-Wareth CEO Diagnostics M42 who will discuss the problem and the potential applications of these new treatments in the region.

Dr. Laila Osama Abdulwareth

Chief Executive Officer

National Reference Laboratory

Steve Gardner

Managing Director

Healthcare World

Dr. Emer MacSweeney

CEO & Founder of Re:Cognition Health & Consultant Neuroradiologist   

 Re:Cognition Health Ltd

15:20 -15:40

Exhibition Floor

Innovation spotlight

Automation and its Role in Drug Distribution Locally and Regionally: Benefits, Challenges and Limitations

Gaining from real life experience, we will take the audience into a deep dive of how automation can benefit and streamline the processes within a regional distribution network. In addition, not only will we discuss the challenges faced throughout the process, but we will also offer different ways to overcome them. We will leave the audience with food for thought of the real-life limitations of applying automation and at which point too much automation could yield a negative impact across the supply chain process.

Speaker

Dr. Ibrahim Eljabour

Executive Director

PHARMALINK

15:45 -16:05

Exhibition Floor

Innovation spotlight

Breaking the Volume Cycle: Building Sustainable Value-based Care Model

As healthcare costs rise while outcomes lag, transitioning from fee-for-service to value-based care is crucial for healthcare sustainability. This session explores essential components for a successful transition, emphasizing a unified data fabric as the foundation for seamless clinical, financial, and operational integration.

Gain actionable insights into implementing value-based care models that improve patient outcomes, reduce costs, enhance provider well-being, and advance population health.

Speaker

David Nace

Chief Medical Officer

Innovaccer

16:10 -16:30

Exhibition Floor

Innovation spotlight

The AI Era: Transforming Patient Experience & Engagement

Traditional healthcare struggles with long wait times, fragmented communication, and lack of personalization. Patients now expect a seamless, patient-centric experience, one that AI enables through real-time support, predictive care and automated engagement, transforming healthcare for the better.

Balagopal Ramdurai

Chief Technology Officer

Vectramind Health
Exhibition Floor

Healthcare Innovation and Digital Health Implementation

10:30 -10:35

Exhibition Floor

Opening Remarks

10:35 -11:20

Exhibition Floor

Panel discussion (45 min) (Healthcare World)

Digital Health: Building Connected Care Ecosystems

 In this session we will consider the technologies, data and capabilities required to create the digital health ecosystem of the future. How do the various apps, technologies, software systems and the people that operate and use them fit together? Six leading digital technologists consider the answer.

Nick Dobrzelecki

Managing Partner

The Learnery

Upinder Bhat

President

DVI Health Solutions, Inc

Recai Serdar Gemici

Co-founder & CEO

Albert Health

Dimitris Moulavasilis

Chief Executive Officer, Global Patient Care    

M42

Glenn Crossley

CEO 

Burendo

Justine McCarthy

Partner, Healthcare and Life Sciences Leader, Middle East and Africa

IBM

Moderator

Steve Gardner

Managing Director

Healthcare World

11:25 -11:45

Exhibition Floor

Innovation spotlight

Integrating Digital Health Eco-systems by Using LLM Coaching and Driving the Future of Digital Health Engagement

Explore the cutting edge of digital health and discover how Large Language Models (LLMs) are revolutionising personalised healthcare. Learn how AI-driven systems analyse individual health patterns to create predictive, personalised wellness journeys. Through case studies spanning insurance, banking, and healthcare sectors, see how this technology is moving us from reactive healthcare to proactive health management.

Speaker

Peter Ohnemus

President & CEO

dacadoo ag

11:50 -12:10

Exhibition Floor

Firechat (Healthcare World)

The Patient Perspective: What Really Matters in Digital Health

Steve Gardner sits down with Mohammad Al-Ubaydli, CEO of Patients Know Best, digital health expert and author of 7 books around the digital health experience to discuss the role of the patient and their involvement in the digital health ecosystem.

Dr. Mohammad Al-Ubaydli

CRO

Patients Know Best

Steve Gardner

Managing Director

Healthcare World

12:15 -12:35

Exhibition Floor

Innovation spotlight

Using Digital Technology to Boost Clinical Productivity

Dive into practical applications of digital technology in clinical settings. This session unveils hands-on strategies for reducing administrative burdens, streamlining documentation, and optimising resource allocation. Through real-world NHS case studies, learn how smart workflow design and digital tools can give healthcare providers more time for patient care.

Speaker

Dr. Raees Lunat

Clinical Lead and Clinical Safety Officer

Strategy&, PwC

12:40 -13:00

Exhibition Floor

Innovation spotlight

Healthy Workers, Healthy Companies: How Digital Innovation Transforms Occupational Health and Corporate Well-being

Discover how digital platforms are transforming occupational healthcare from reactive to proactive. Through an innovative combination of physical locations and digital solutions, learn how organisations can provide comprehensive health support for their workforce. Explore how data-driven insights help HR leaders and managers build stronger wellness programmes, reduce absenteeism, and create healthier workplace cultures that drive both employee wellbeing and business success.

Speaker

Dr. Mikko Rautalahti

Medical Director of Digital Occupational Health

Terveystalo

13:05 -13:25

Exhibition Floor

Innovation spotlight

Health Regulatory Sandbox

Delve into the concept of regulatory sandboxes as innovative frameworks designed to facilitate the testing of new healthcare technologies and services under regulatory supervision. These sandboxes provide a controlled environment where innovators can experiment with their products while ensuring compliance with safety and efficacy standards. This session will cover how regulatory sandboxes help bridge the gap between rapid technological advancements and existing regulatory frameworks by allowing for real-world testing of new solutions.

Speaker

Dr. Samah Ibrahim

Regulatory Affairs and PV Director, Middle East, North and West Africa

Organon Pharma

13:30 -15:00

Exhibition Floor

Panel Discussion

Women in Biotech Network: Towards a Sustainable Biotech Ecosystem

Marwan Abdulaziz

Senior Vice President

Dubai Science Park, Dubai Knowledge Park & Dubai International Academic City - TECOM Group

Dr. Fatima Jamali

Chief Executive Officer

CELL LAB 7 Ltd

Pilar Fernandez Hermida

Founder and Managing Director

I-expand

Dr. Shaikha Almazrouei

Co-founder

Cell Lab 7

Mohamed Al Breiki

Executive Director   

 Masdar City

Marwan Isam Osman Mohamed

Assistant Business Development Manager    

Masdar City

Dr. Marie Ibrahim

Associate Director of Regulatory Affairs

 IROS CRO - M42

Prof. Lisa Marie (Bayliss) Pratt

Director - Chief Academic Officer   

Fatima College of Health Sciences

Tuesday 15 April 2025

Wednesday 16 April 2025

Thursday 17 April 2025

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