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SUMMARY:Making the Case: Building a Sustainable Chemistry Minded Workforce
DESCRIPTION:Fluctuations in political\, economic\, and R&D cycles may introduce uncertainty and necessitate the reallocation of resources\, which can affect the adoption of sustainable chemistry and greener processes. Such disruptions have the potential to compromise long-term business resilience\, elevate risk levels\, and adversely impact both human health and the environment. Continuing to advance sustainable chemistry in a changing environment requires continued policy\, investment\, and market commitments. \nTo ensure sustainable chemistry remains a priority\, demonstrating and communicating its positive impact on all business functions and through the value chain is critical. During this webinar series\, subject matter experts will share tools and insights to assist champions with effectively “making the case”. Structured as a series of discussions\, attendees will have the unique opportunity to pre-competitively engage with the speakers and other companies facing similar challenges. \nDuring the first 3 webinars\, experts shared the benefits of sustainable chemistry for investors\, on domestic manufacturing\, and business health. This webinar builds on these conversations by highlighting the need for education – both in academia and for workforce development – in order to build a workforce with sustainable chemistry knowledge and skill sets. Juan Colberg from Pfizer will discuss the business benefits of a sustainability minded workforce and needs to attract this talent. Amy Cannon from Beyond Benign will share how our community can support students and educators in training the next generation for success. \n*This webinar is available to Change Chemistry members only.
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/making-the-case-building-a-sustainable-chemistry-minded-workforce/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250912
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SUMMARY:2025 Innovators Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 Innovators Roundtable will be an opportunity for Change Chemistry members and non-members to engage with leading innovators\, investors\, and government officials in the green and sustainable chemistry space. \nStructured as a series of dialogues exploring topics\, the gathering will provide attendees with opportunities to meet and engage with key players from across the globe. \nThe 2025 Innovators Roundtable will be hosted by Battelle in Columbus\, Ohio and will consist of participants from companies across sectors and the value chain as well as consultants\, academics\, government\, and non-profits.\n \nLearn more about past Innovators Roundtables here. 
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/2025-innovators-roundtable/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250917
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250919
DTSTAMP:20260403T194710
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SUMMARY:My Green Lab Global Summit 2025
DESCRIPTION:The My Green Lab Global Summit 2025\nThis event will unite the global scientific community to confront the most urgent sustainability challenges of our time. This year’s theme\, Rising to the Challenge\, addresses both the urgency and the opportunity facing science\, from adapting to a shifting regulatory and funding landscape to strengthening trust through transparency and third party verification. \nDuring the summit\, we will spotlight the newly enhanced My Green Lab® Certification and ACT® Ecolabel programs\, sharing early successes and real-world impact from organizations leading the way. You’ll also hear progress updates from our three-year strategic plan and learn how our tools are uniquely positioned to help organizations navigate evolving global regulations around lab sustainability\, especially those targeting greenwashing. \nSpeakers from around the world will share bold ideas and practical strategies to help science remain a powerful force for progress\, even as it faces political and economic headwinds. \nThis global gathering will foster resilience\, action\, and collaboration. Whether you’re just beginning your sustainability journey or driving it forward\, the 2025 Summit will challenge and inspire you to go further. Let’s rise to the challenge together.
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/my-green-lab-global-summit-2025/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250922
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250926
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SUMMARY:NOBCChE 2025: Still I Thrive! Flourishing in Scientific\, Technical\, and Academic Environments
DESCRIPTION:Description \nThe annual conference creates a venue for scientific dialogue through technical programming\, as well as personal and professional development for students and early/mid-career professionals. \nSome of our signature events include the Winifred Burks-Houck Luncheon\, the Percy Julian Luncheon\, and the NOBCChE Awards Ceremony! \nAdvancing Science Conference Grant Applications \nUndergraduate students\, graduate students and post-docs may apply for an ASCG grant to assist with conference costs through the Call for Technical Abstracts. \nTo qualify for a grant:\n– Graduate Students and Post-Docs will need to present a podium talk or a poster. Submissions of this type closed on April 3\, 2025. \n– Undergraduate students may present a poster\, or apply for a grant without submitting an abstract.  REU Poster submissions and non-abstract Grant submissions are open until June 17\, 2025.
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/nobcche-2025-still-i-thrive-flourishing-in-scientific-technical-and-academic-environments/
CATEGORIES:Higher Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T090000
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CREATED:20250902T154250Z
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SUMMARY:Affordable\, Equitable Clean Water Availability: A Materials-Based Approach
DESCRIPTION:Are you an aspiring chemist\, a passionate climate advocate\, or an interested member of the public? Do you want to change the world through science? Join us throughout 2025 to learn from experts in the field leading the charge to solve existential\, world needs through chemistry. \nDuring this webinar series\, speakers will orient their presentations around the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) and the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry (IUPAC) Top 10 Emerging Technologies to demonstrate the power that chemists hold in shaping and preserving the future. Each talk will be accompanied by short videos on the topic geared toward high school and university chemistry students as well as the general public. \nThis series is hosted by Beyond Benign and the IUPAC Committee on Chemical Research Applied to World Needs (CHEMRAWN). Register below and invite your friends and colleagues! \n \n  \n  \n  \n\nDepartment of Chemistry\, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay \nThe total volume of water on earth is constant at 1021 liters. India has 4% of the global fresh-water resources with ~20% of the global population. Therefore\, majority of Indian sub-continent is suffering from acute water stress. Equitable access to clean potable water is both a direct\, important target of United National Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 6) and simultaneously carries significance to several other SDGs (SDG 3\,7\,13\,15). Therefore\, sustainable\, cost-effective and affordable recovery of freshwater from contaminated water feedstock is the need of the hour to ensure it equitable access. \nSolar-thermal interfacial evaporation offers immense and hitherto untapped potential for energy-efficient\, sustainable freshwater production. However\, fundamental challenges in materials and system-design result in low water evaporation rates (Rw < 1-2 kgm-2h-1) and even lower solar-freshwater productivity (SWP). Further\, the lack of thermally and chemically stable materials that can operate in extreme salinities such as seawater without fouling or degrading is a major bottleneck that limits the wider adaptation of the technology. \nThis Talk would describe an ultra-thin\, porosity-engineered polymeric scaffold (poly-HIPE\, PH) that is anisotropically coated with nanostructured carbon florets (NCF) to deliver high solar-thermal conversion efficiency (η-STC = 84%)\, excellent Rw (6.5 kgm-2h-1) and exceptional SWP (3.5 Lm-2h-1) from sea-water. A few salient features of the material are\n(a) Thinnest such membrane with no-signs of fouling over 30 days in sea-water\, achieving\n(b) Salt-rejection of ~95% with facile reusability for over 30 days\,\n(c) Producing freshwater of ~20 liters per m2 area per day at\n(d) Lowest CO2 footprint (< 3 W/L\, ~3 g /L) \nFundamental insights of materials-design to address the exothermic water-evaporation step that are synergized with systems-design approaches to achieve these key performance indices would be discussed in the talk.
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/affordable-equitable-clean-water-availability-a-materials-based-approach/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T190000
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CREATED:20250922T145523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T152208Z
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SUMMARY:Regenerative Metropolis ’25 – Passive House as Foundation to System Integration
DESCRIPTION:Passive house’s reliable and superior energy performance with its myriad of co-benefits\, is the cornerstone of the architectural solutions we require to be able to thrive. It is a firm foundation upon which we can build a regenerative society that repairs ecosystems damage\, reverses it\, and begins to increase all life.  There is a rising consciousness emerging revealing how comprehensive the field of sustainability is truly required to be if we are to meaningfully move towards regeneration. Only by broadening the lenses of our understanding can we take advantage of synergies of our actions across systems\, and exponentially increase positive impacts. \nFor this year’s symposium\, we invited you to submit proposals showcasing how passive house design relates to any aspects of regenerative design that are dear to your interests or practice.  We had an enthusiastic response from diverse locations and perspectives\, all with inspiring examples of reaching for Regeneration and how Passive House was\, or in some cases was not\, a cornerstone of the strategy. \nIn the spirit of this symposium’s continual drive to integrate various disciplines through architecture\, we also invited a scientist focused on Green Chemistry to close out the day and inspire us with efforts in that movement to address issues upstream. \nPlease join our tireless community for what we believe will be an inspiring\, challenging\, yet hopeful day!
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/regenerative-metropolis-25-passive-house-as-foundation-to-system-integration/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T170000
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SUMMARY:Ask me Anything with Dr. Deborah Bromfield Lee
DESCRIPTION:From September 30th to October 3rd\, Dr. Bromfield Lee\, Associate Professor of Chemistry at Florida Southern College\, will share her insights and expertise with the community. Deborah’s research focuses on green chemistry education in the organic chemistry lecture and laboratory\, as well as synthesis projects using green chemistry principles and metrics. Get your questions ready and meet us in the forums!
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/ask-me-anything-with-dr-deborah-bromfield-lee/
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251002
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251005
DTSTAMP:20260403T194710
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SUMMARY:2025 AISES National Conference
DESCRIPTION:2025 National Conference\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOctober 2-4\, 2025\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMinneapolis\, Minnesota\n\n\n\n\nThe Annual AISES National Conference is a unique\, three-day event focusing on educational\, professional\, and workforce development for Indigenous peoples of North America and the Pacific Islands in science\, technology\, engineering\, and math (STEM) studies and careers.\n\n\n\n\nLearn More\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe AISES National Conference isn’t just an event—it’s a transformative experience that connects\, empowers\, and inspires Indigenous People in STEM. \nThe conference includes: \n\nLargest college and career fair in Indian Country\nResearch competitions\nMulti-sessions and multi-tracks in STEM\, business\, research and educator topics\nImpressive keynote speakers\nOpening and closing ceremonies including entertainment\nStudent awards ceremony\nNetworking suites\nTalking Circles\nTraditional Powwow and Indigenous Artisan Marketplace\nSTEM Activity Day\nhackAISES (hackathon)\n\nWho Can Benefit from the Conference? \nThe conference is open to anyone who wishes to participate and learn. \nStudents: High school\, undergraduate\, and graduate students exploring or pursuing STEM. \nProfessionals: STEM experts looking to connect\, mentor\, or recruit. \nEducators: Teachers\, counselors\, and mentors guiding Indigenous students in STEM. \nPartners: Organizations seeking diverse talent and partnerships. \nFamilies: Parents and guardians supporting students’ STEM aspirations.
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/aises-national-conference/
LOCATION:Minneapolis
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251006
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251009
DTSTAMP:20260403T194710
CREATED:20250718T162807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T163122Z
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SUMMARY:Industrial Green Chemistry World 2025
DESCRIPTION:Green ChemisTree Foundation is a registered non-profit organization\, with the vision to bring forth technical know-how regarding Green & Sustainable Chemistry based applications amongst the Chemical community including Industry\, Academia\, Research Institutes\, Govt. bodies\, and Students. Since its inception in 2009\, the Green ChemisTree Foundation has emerged as a focused platform to engage industry and non-industry groups in exploring the world of Green Chemistry and Green Engineering practices as an integrated approach to designing chemical processes and chemical manufacturing practices\, with the objective to impact the triple bottom line of Profit\, People and Planet. The vision is to impact the collective ‘green’ consciousness across the value chain of the Chemical Industry: \n\n\nby creating a new DNA of thoughts – for preventing\, providing\, and partnering\nby bringing together the chemical community by bridging the gaps\nby bringing into focus the industrialization and implementation of green chemistry and engineering\n\nThe Foundation\, through its various national and international deliberations\, facilitates the world-wide chemical community to explore\, engage\, exchange and expand their GC&E paradigms.
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/industrial-green-chemistry-world-2025/
LOCATION:Mumbai\, India
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251022
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251025
DTSTAMP:20260403T194710
CREATED:20250708T143658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T143658Z
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SUMMARY:AASHE 2025: A Strategic Forum for Higher Education Sustainability
DESCRIPTION:The AASHE 2025 Conference & Expo\, October 22-24 in Minneapolis\, MN\, is your strategic opportunity to lead the charge in higher education sustainability. \nIn a world demanding decisive action\, this conference serves as a pivotal forum for: \nStrategic Vision: Engage in high-level discourse on the evolving landscape of sustainability\, and gain insights to inform your institution’s long-term strategy.\nLeadership Development: Connect with a network of influential peers\, cultivate strategic partnerships\, and enhance your capacity to drive meaningful change.\nKnowledge Exchange: Participate in curated sessions designed to foster deep learning and facilitate the exchange of best practices among leading sustainability professionals. \nThis is more than a conference; it’s a catalyst for change! Secure your place and empower your institution’s sustainability journey by registering before July 18 for early bird rates.
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/aashe-2025-a-strategic-forum-for-higher-education-sustainability/
LOCATION:Minneapolis
CATEGORIES:Conference,Higher Education
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251023
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251026
DTSTAMP:20260403T194710
CREATED:20250825T155727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T155727Z
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SUMMARY:Breaking Bonds: Chemistry in the Land of Enchantment
DESCRIPTION:The American Chemical Society Central New Mexico Local Section will host the 2025 Rocky Mountain Regional Meeting in Albuquerque\, NM.  Join us for 3 days of science and networking.  We are planning for a diverse technical program with both oral and poster presentations\, an exposition\, and the presentation of several regional awards.
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/breaking-bonds-chemistry-in-the-land-of-enchantment/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194710
CREATED:20251017T145421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T150702Z
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SUMMARY:Greener Curriculum Showcase Series: Green Chemistry and Sustainability Case Studies in the Classroom
DESCRIPTION:This free\, virtual workshop is designed to support educators in effectively adapting and implementing case studies based on soy chemistry. It also guides educators in developing their own case studies using a newly created template and instructional guide co-developed by Beyond Benign and the American Chemical Society Green Chemistry Institute (ACS GCI). Integrating case studies into the curriculum is an effective way to provide context for chemical concepts and highlight real-world green chemistry applications and sustainable innovations for students. \nThe soy chemistry case studies are part of a new curriculum launched this fall. These studies explore the industrial applications of soybeans as a renewable resource\, demonstrating how green chemistry principles and sustainable innovation can replace petroleum-based products such as transformer oils\, solvents\, and wood adhesives. Each case study is designed to engage students with real-life contexts while reinforcing key chemistry concepts commonly taught in the classroom. \nThe case study templates help educators seamlessly incorporate real-world chemistry examples into their teaching\, with an emphasis on sustainability and systems thinking. Each template includes a comprehensive workbook and user guide to support instructors through the process of developing and implementing case studies effectively. \nThis resource is ideal for educators seeking to enrich their curriculum with practical\, sustainability-focused content aligned with the ACS Guidelines for Bachelor’s Degree Programs. Workshop participants will gain hands-on experience with the case study framework and learn strategies for using and creating case studies that highlight the critical role of chemistry in sustainable innovation—fostering a deeper understanding of the design of greener chemical products and processes\, and equipping students to contribute to a more sustainable future. \nDuring the 2-hour session\, facilitators will guide participants through the resources\, offer practical strategies for adaptation and implementation\, and create opportunities for educators to share insights. The workshop will feature group-based learning\, discussions\, networking opportunities\, and a Q&A session. Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your teaching toolkit\, engage with peers\, and inspire the next generation of green chemists! \n \nThe goals for the workshop include:\n\nEducate participants on the use of case studies as effective teaching tools in the classroom.\nGuide participants through practical approaches for adapting and creating case studies for their curriculum.\nEmpower participants to implement case study resources and expand their professional network.\n\nWe hope you’ll join us! There are limited seats available for this workshop\, so registration is on a first-come\, first-served basis. Please register in advance below so we can reserve a spot for you. We’ll send the Zoom link and more details closer to the event date.
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/greener-curriculum-showcase-series/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Higher Education,HigherEd Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251028
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251031
DTSTAMP:20260403T194710
CREATED:20250722T161258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T161258Z
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SUMMARY:4th Annual ESG in Life Sciences Summit East
DESCRIPTION:Advance Through Geopolitical Shifts\, Refine Your ESG Strategy\, & Demonstrate Business Value to Gain a Competitive Advantage\, Reduce Risks\, & Drive Meaningful Outcomes for People & the Planet\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn 2025\, ESG professionals in life sciences face more complexity and more pressure than ever before. Political headwinds in the U.S.\, reporting rollbacks in Europe\, and increasing scrutiny from stakeholders have made ESG initiatives an increasingly polarized area of the business. However\, amid shifting priorities and blurred regulatory boundaries\, one thing remains constant: the undeniable value of ESG as a driver of innovation\, resilience\, and positive impact across business\, people\, patients\, and the planet. \nAt a time when resources are tighter\, internal alignment is harder to secure\, and Scope 3 emissions and decarbonization remain persistent challenges\, the 4th ESG in Life Sciences Summit East returns as the industry’s most trusted and practical forum for sustainability leaders in pharma\, biotech\, medtech\, and life sciences services. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re working to build internal buy-in\, align sustainability with commercial goals\, strengthen supplier collaboration\, or navigate emerging reporting expectations\, this summit is designed to meet you where you are – and help you move forward. \nBuilt with expert insights from both industry giants and SMEs\, the 2025 agenda will tackle your most pressing challenges head-on. From reporting strategy and stakeholder engagement to supply chain optimization and climate risk management\, you’ll leave with the insights and tools you need to keep ESG a central pillar of long-term success – even in the face of uncertainty.
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/4th-annual-esg-in-life-sciences-summit-east/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251030
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251102
DTSTAMP:20260403T194710
CREATED:20250722T162107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T162259Z
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SUMMARY:NDiSTEM Conference
DESCRIPTION:About NDiSTEM\nThe NDiSTEM Conference is the largest multidisciplinary and multicultural STEM event in the country\, a true celebration of science\, culture\, and community that serves\, equips\, and energizes participants for their academic and professional paths in STEM. Over the course of the event\, college-level through professional attendees are immersed in STEM research\, professional development sessions\, motivational keynote speakers\, an Academic and Career Expo Hall\, multicultural celebrations and traditions\, and a welcoming community of peers\, mentors\, and role models. Simply put\, the NDiSTEM Conference encourages and empowers you to bring your whole self to STEM.
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/ndistem-conference/
CATEGORIES:Conference,General
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251102
DTSTAMP:20260403T194710
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SUMMARY:ACS Northeast Regional Discussion 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Central Massachusetts Local Section of the American Chemical Society will be hosting the 2025 Northeast Regional Discussion (NERD 2025) on Saturday\, November 1 2025 on the campus of Worcester State University. The theme of the meeting will focus on “Supporting and Advancing Pharmaceutical Innovation and Education in the Northeast”. This one-day conference will include an Inclusion Breakfast\, 9 separate program tracks with featured oral presentation and poster sessions spread out throughout the day\, and culminate in a plenary session\, award presentation\, and afterparty for those feeling especially “NERDy”. We look forward to welcoming you to Worcester later this year!
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/acs-northeast-regional-discussion-2025/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251103
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251107
DTSTAMP:20260403T194710
CREATED:20250811T172519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T172519Z
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SUMMARY:2nd Symposium on Green Chemistry\, Chile: Education\, Innovation\, and Biomimicry for a Sustainable Future
DESCRIPTION:“A meeting point to promote sustainable\, environmentally respectful approaches in science and technology.” \nThe event aims to foster interdisciplinary dialogue among academia\, industry\, and the public sector\, with a focus on Education\, Innovation\, and Biomimicry as key drivers for sustainable transformation. \nThematic Pillars: \nGreen Education- Training sustainability-minded scientists with novel teaching methods and tools. \nSustainable Innovation- Green chemistry real-world applications in industry and product development. \nBiomimicry & Nature-Based Businesses- Efficient\, safe\, and beautiful solutions inspired by nature positively impacting business. \n 
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/2nd-symposium-on-green-chemistry-chile-education-innovation-and-biomimicry-for-a-sustainable-future/
CATEGORIES:Higher Education
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251108
DTSTAMP:20260403T194710
CREATED:20251103T225021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T230527Z
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SUMMARY:XII Annual Meeting of Postgraduate Students
DESCRIPTION:The Universidade Federal Fluminense (UFF)\, a Green Chemistry Commitment (GCC) signer\, will host its XII Annual Meeting of Postgraduate Students from November 6th to 7th in Niterói\, Rio de Janeiro\, Brazil. \nBeyond Benign Senior Program Manager Dr. Juliana Vidal will deliver the opening keynote\, “Program in Green Chemistry: Catalyzing a Global Change for a Sustainable Future\,” on November 6th from 9:30-10:30 a.m. \nAs a member of the global GCC community\, the Institute of Chemistry at UFF believes teaching students about green chemistry principles is a cornerstone of their formation as future chemists and citizens for a more sustainable world. The department is committed to advancing green chemistry through research\, teaching\, and promoting societal engagement.
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/xii-annual-meeting-of-postgraduate-students/
CATEGORIES:Higher Education
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251111
DTSTAMP:20260403T194710
CREATED:20250722T163501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T163617Z
UID:10000547-1762473600-1762819199@www.beyondbenign.org
SUMMARY:STANYS 130th Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Sensemaking – The Power of Making Connections\, at the 130th Annual STANYS conference in Syracuse designed to empower educators in navigating the exciting landscape of the New York State Science Learning Standards. This conference isn’t just about the what of the NYSSLS\, but the how – how to connect the standards to engaging classroom practice\, innovative pedagogy\, and meaningful student learning. This conference isn’t just about isolated scientific disciplines; it’s about weaving them together all through the lens of the NYSSLS and its emphasis on crosscutting concepts. This year’s theme emphasizes the crucial role of interdisciplinary connections in scientific discovery and problem-solving\, mirroring the interconnected nature of the world around us. CTLE credit is available for attendees if they complete the session attendance forms.
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/stanys-130th-annual-conference/
CATEGORIES:K-12
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251111
DTSTAMP:20260403T194710
CREATED:20251104T195805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T195805Z
UID:10000586-1762473600-1762819199@www.beyondbenign.org
SUMMARY:2025 STANYS ​Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Are you a teacher based in New York? Attend the 130th STANYS ​Annual Conference from November 7th to 10th in Syracuse! This year’s theme\, “Sensemaking – The Power of Making Connections\,” emphasizes the crucial role of interdisciplinary connections in scientific discovery and problem-solving\, mirroring the interconnected nature of the world around us. \n👋 If you attend\, be sure to connect with Beyond Benign Certified Lead Teachers Stefanie Loomis and Scott Carlson and Community Engagement Manager Michelle Ernst Modera! These green chemistry leaders will be tabling and sharing K-8 activities you won’t want to miss.
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/2025-stanys-annual-conference/
CATEGORIES:K-12
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194710
CREATED:20251107T042122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T164235Z
UID:10000587-1763492400-1763497800@www.beyondbenign.org
SUMMARY:New York Green Chemistry Professional Learning Team
DESCRIPTION:Calling New York-based teachers in grades 6-12! The New York Green Chemistry Professional Learning Team is a dedicated space where you can connect with your peers and develop your understanding and practice of green chemistry and sustainable science in your labs through the introduction of the 12 Principles of Green Chemistry and their connection to SDS sheets. \nYou will learn the benefits of greening a lab\, implement an existing green lab\, and then green and implement your own labs for peer review\, benefiting from the collective experience and knowledge of your peers. The resulting collection of peer-reviewed green labs will be published as a collection for all. See registration for CTLE credit details. \n💬 Led by Beyond Benign Certified Lead Teacher Scott Carlson\n🗓️ Third Tuesday of each month from November 2025 through June 2026\n⏰ 7-8:30 p.m. ET\n📍Online – Zoom link upon registration
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/new-york-green-chemistry-professional-learning-team/2025-11-18/
CATEGORIES:K-12
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194710
CREATED:20251021T170619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T170708Z
UID:10000566-1763553600-1763560800@www.beyondbenign.org
SUMMARY:2025-2026 Green Chemistry Connections
DESCRIPTION:From biomimicry to toxicology\, green chemistry offers powerful solutions to some of the world’s most pressing crises. During the 2025-2026 Green Chemistry Connections webinar series\, we will zero in on the powerfully adaptable principles of green chemistry and their role in forming connections between educators\, industry\, and advocates. \nHow? This season’s speakers are a host of changemakers from diverse professions—each working to apply green chemistry in unique and inventive ways. K-12 educators\, higher education faculty\, students\, industry professionals\, advocates\, and all are welcome to join these interactive monthly conversations. \nSessions are held on the third Wednesday of each month from 12 to 2 p.m. ET. By signing up below\, you will be registered for all events and have access to recordings!  \nPlease share this webinar series with friends and colleagues of all disciplines and backgrounds. We know the true power of our green chemistry community is how we connect with the world—so come connect with us!
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/2025-2026-green-chemistry-connections/2025-11-19/
CATEGORIES:General,Higher Education,K-12,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194710
CREATED:20251114T162908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T162956Z
UID:10000595-1763632800-1763636400@www.beyondbenign.org
SUMMARY:CAS Insights Webinar: Key Trends in Green Chemistry
DESCRIPTION:From agriculture to pharmaceuticals to consumer electronics\, chemistry makes modern life possible. However\, resources are finite\, and climate change is exacerbating environmental issues. Join the “CAS Insights Webinar: Key Trends in Green Chemistry” on November 20th at 10 a.m. EST for insights from a panel of experts\, including Beyond Benign Co-Founder and Executive Director\, Dr. Amy Cannon. Amy will join Dan Bailey of Takeda and Leighton Jones of CAS to discuss some of the most important trends that are helping support our economies with innovative chemistry that’s also greener. \n👉 Register here.
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/cas-insights-webinar-key-trends-in-green-chemistry/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194710
CREATED:20251126T223408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T223408Z
UID:10000596-1765278000-1765281600@www.beyondbenign.org
SUMMARY:Sustainable Preparation of World Health Organization (WHO) Essential Medicines by Mechanochemistry
DESCRIPTION:Although significant efforts have been made to reduce the environmental impact of active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) production\, the use of organic solvents—responsible for about 75% of the total energy consumption—remains a critical step in many processes. Solvent-free synthesis through mechanochemistry aligns with several of the 12 Principles of Green Chemistry\, offering a more environmentally responsible alternative for chemical synthesis.  \nJoin us for a free webinar on December 9th from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. EST to hear from Dr. Evelina Colacino\, Associate Professor at the University of Montpellier\, who will discuss the application of mechanochemical methods to the preparation of World Health Organization essential medicines at various scales. Using green chemistry metrics\, we evaluate the environmental and economic benefits of mechanochemistry\, demonstrating its potential to advance greener and more sustainable pharmaceutical manufacturing.  \n🌎 This webinar is part of the “Promoting Chemistry Applied to World Needs” series\, hosted by Beyond Benign and the IUPAC Committee on Chemical Research Applied to World Needs (CHEMRAWN). If you haven’t yet registered for this series\, sign up here.
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/sustainable-preparation-of-world-health-organization-who-essential-medicines-by-mechanochemistry/
CATEGORIES:General,Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251221
DTSTAMP:20260403T194710
CREATED:20250728T151946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T202936Z
UID:10000548-1765756800-1766275199@www.beyondbenign.org
SUMMARY:Pacifichem 2025
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 International Chemical Congress of Pacific Basin Societies will be held from December 15th to 20th in Honolulu\, Hawaii. This year’s event will center around the theme\, “Building Communities to Address Global Challenges.” If you are attending\, be sure to catch these presentations from members of the Beyond Benign team and community! 👋⤵️ \n\nA New Tool for Creating Custom Case Studies That Illustrate Green Chemistry\, Sustainability\, and Systems Thinking\nPresented by Dr. Jennifer Tripp\, Assistant Professor of Chemistry at the University of San Francisco. \nCase studies are a useful classroom tool for teaching students about a chemistry topic while further encouraging them to explore the mutual connections\, for good and bad\, between chemistry and broader human\, environmental\, and economic systems. Beyond Benign and the American Chemical Society Green Chemistry Institute recently developed a versatile template that will guide instructors as they build their own effective case studies for classroom use. This presentation will introduce the Case Study Template tool and provide examples of how it can be used to create classroom learning materials that effectively illustrate a systems thinking approach to chemistry. \n🗓️ December 18th at 10:55 a.m. HST \n  \nThe Journey Towards an Inclusive Global Green Chemistry Education Community of Practice by Prioritizing Diversity\, Equity\, Belonging\, and Respect for an Open-Access Online Platform\nPresented by Dr. Amy Cannon\, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Beyond Benign \nA worldview that prioritizes diversity\, equity\, belonging\, and respect (DEBR) is central to creating a green chemistry education community of practice: a community of shared values where\, if members feel a strong sense of belonging\, they will be empowered and enabled to collectively transform chemistry education worldwide. This presentation will describe the framework used for integrating DEBR principles and practices throughout the design\, development\, and launch of the Green Chemistry Teaching and Learning Community (GCTLC) platform\, an open-access community platform that supports the green chemistry education community of practice. \n🗓️ December 18th at 1:40 p.m. HST \n  \nEmpowering the Green Chemistry Community Towards a Systemic Change: The Green Chemistry Commitment at Beyond Benign\nPresented by Dr. Juliana Vidal\, Senior Program Manager at Beyond Benign \nThe Green Chemistry Commitment (GCC)\, one of Beyond Benign’s key initiatives\, promotes the integration of green chemistry into science courses at universities\, colleges\, and institutes around the globe. Since 2013\, 250 institutions from 35 countries (and counting!) have signed the GCC and committed to integrating green chemistry into their curricula\, building upon unique and diverse campus environments\, strengths\, cultures\, and resources. In this poster presentation\, Juliana will discuss the GCC program and its impact on fostering a community that creates systemic change in our society\, as well as the benefits of integrating green chemistry principles and practices in chemistry education. \n🗓️ December 19th at 10 a.m. HST \n  \nGreen Chemistry Communities: Principles\, Practices\, and Action Towards a Sustainable Future\nOrganized by Beyond Benign team members Dr. Juliana Vidal\, Dr. Amy Cannon\, and Dr. John Warner\, alongside Green Chemistry Commitment signers Dr. John De Backere (University of Toronto)\, Dr. Kei Saito (Kyoto University)\, and Dr. Supawan Tantayanon (Chulalongkorn University). \nGreen chemistry has a fundamental role in achieving a sustainable future. Chemists with green chemistry skills can design processes and products that will not impact human health or the environment. To achieve this goal\, however\, we need everyone on board. This session will highlight holistic\, interdisciplinary\, and comprehensive approaches to achieving a sustainable future through green chemistry. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in conversations with the speakers about local and global actions that can be taken to build communities of transformation. \n🗓️ December 19th at 1 p.m. HST & December 20th at 8 a.m. HST \n  \nTowards Systemic Change in Chemistry Education: Empowering a Global Green Chemistry Education Community\nPresented by Dr. Amy Cannon\, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Beyond Benign \nBeyond Benign envisions a future where the molecular building blocks of products used every day are healthy and safe for humans and the environment. Green chemistry concepts\, along with additional sustainability and systems thinking approaches\, are essential in preparing global scientists and citizens with the skills to address sustainability challenges. This presentation will share Beyond Benign’s approach for building and empowering a green chemistry community to transform chemistry education\, including building key programs and partnerships towards realizing systemic change in chemistry education. \n🗓️ December 19th at 1:05 p.m. HST \n  \nPeople Working with People — Green Chemistry Innovations\nPresented by Dr. John Warner\, Co-Founder of Beyond Benign; CTO and CEO of The Technology Greenhouse \nThe global green chemistry community is large and growing. Many traditional national chemistry societies struggle to remain up to date and relevant. The green chemistry community is thriving by forming more future-focused informal assemblies of people that enable them to adapt to an evolving and changing world. This presentation will discuss several of these unique collaborations that have enabled innovations in industry and academia. \n🗓️ Time to be announced
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/pacifichem-2025-conference/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194710
CREATED:20251107T042122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T164235Z
UID:10000588-1765911600-1765917000@www.beyondbenign.org
SUMMARY:New York Green Chemistry Professional Learning Team
DESCRIPTION:Calling New York-based teachers in grades 6-12! The New York Green Chemistry Professional Learning Team is a dedicated space where you can connect with your peers and develop your understanding and practice of green chemistry and sustainable science in your labs through the introduction of the 12 Principles of Green Chemistry and their connection to SDS sheets. \nYou will learn the benefits of greening a lab\, implement an existing green lab\, and then green and implement your own labs for peer review\, benefiting from the collective experience and knowledge of your peers. The resulting collection of peer-reviewed green labs will be published as a collection for all. See registration for CTLE credit details. \n💬 Led by Beyond Benign Certified Lead Teacher Scott Carlson\n🗓️ Third Tuesday of each month from November 2025 through June 2026\n⏰ 7-8:30 p.m. ET\n📍Online – Zoom link upon registration
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/new-york-green-chemistry-professional-learning-team/2025-12-16/
CATEGORIES:K-12
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194710
CREATED:20251021T170619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T170708Z
UID:10000567-1765972800-1765980000@www.beyondbenign.org
SUMMARY:2025-2026 Green Chemistry Connections
DESCRIPTION:From biomimicry to toxicology\, green chemistry offers powerful solutions to some of the world’s most pressing crises. During the 2025-2026 Green Chemistry Connections webinar series\, we will zero in on the powerfully adaptable principles of green chemistry and their role in forming connections between educators\, industry\, and advocates. \nHow? This season’s speakers are a host of changemakers from diverse professions—each working to apply green chemistry in unique and inventive ways. K-12 educators\, higher education faculty\, students\, industry professionals\, advocates\, and all are welcome to join these interactive monthly conversations. \nSessions are held on the third Wednesday of each month from 12 to 2 p.m. ET. By signing up below\, you will be registered for all events and have access to recordings!  \nPlease share this webinar series with friends and colleagues of all disciplines and backgrounds. We know the true power of our green chemistry community is how we connect with the world—so come connect with us!
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/2025-2026-green-chemistry-connections/2025-12-17/
CATEGORIES:General,Higher Education,K-12,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194710
CREATED:20260105T163101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T171647Z
UID:10000599-1768413600-1768417200@www.beyondbenign.org
SUMMARY:GCTLC Info Session - How to Search the Library of Curriculum Resources
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in incorporating green chemistry and sustainability into your classroom or lab? Do you want to excite your students about science but need some inspiration? With over 400 resources available\, including open-access materials and linked journal articles\, there’s something for everyone on the Green Chemistry Teaching and Learning Community (GCTLC). \nJoin Dr. Sarah Kennedy\, Chief Editor of the GCTLC\, on January 14th from 6-7 p.m. EST for a free info session to learn how to easily search and find relevant content on the GCTLC platform. This interactive session will cover how to search using common filters and topics\, such as grade level\, NGSS standards\, activity type\, keywords\, and more.  \nThis session is free to join and open to all community members. Join us to deepen your engagement in this community and discover exciting new resources you can use in your classroom or lab!  \n🔗 Zoom details:  \n\nNo registration needed—just use this Zoom link to join us on January 14th from 6 to 7 p.m. EST. \nMeeting ID: 875 1688 0432\nPasscode: 342758
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/gctlc-info-session-how-to-search-the-library-of-curriculum-resources/
CATEGORIES:General,Higher Education,K-12
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194710
CREATED:20260105T164150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T164354Z
UID:10000600-1768480200-1768485600@www.beyondbenign.org
SUMMARY:Greener Curriculum Showcase Series: Bringing Real-World Industrial Skills to the Classroom
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a FREE virtual workshop designed to help educators teach Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) and Techno-Economic Assessments (TEA)—two essential tools in the chemical industry. Participants will learn how to confidently implement the module\, “Exploring Techno-Economic Assessments and Life Cycle Assessments: Environmental versus Economic Evaluations of Soy-based Processes and Products\,” which is part of the new Soy Chemistry Curriculum. This module introduces students to these essential evaluation methods using open-access tools and laboratory-generated data. \nFacilitator Dr. Julian Silverman\, Assistant Professor at the Fashion Institute of Technology and a co-author of the Soy Chemistry Curriculum\, will guide participants through the resources\, offer practical strategies for adaptation and implementation\, and create opportunities for educators to share insights. The workshop will include group-based learning\, discussions\, networking opportunities\, and a Q&A session. \n🌱 Don’t miss this chance to enhance your teaching toolkit\, connect with peers\, and inspire the next generation of green chemists! Space is limited—RSVP here.
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/bringing-real-world-industrial-skills-to-the-classroom-teaching-life-cycle-analysis-and-techno-economic-assessments/
CATEGORIES:Higher Education,HigherEd Workshop,Teacher Training Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T194710
CREATED:20251021T170619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T170708Z
UID:10000568-1768996800-1769004000@www.beyondbenign.org
SUMMARY:2025-2026 Green Chemistry Connections
DESCRIPTION:From biomimicry to toxicology\, green chemistry offers powerful solutions to some of the world’s most pressing crises. During the 2025-2026 Green Chemistry Connections webinar series\, we will zero in on the powerfully adaptable principles of green chemistry and their role in forming connections between educators\, industry\, and advocates. \nHow? This season’s speakers are a host of changemakers from diverse professions—each working to apply green chemistry in unique and inventive ways. K-12 educators\, higher education faculty\, students\, industry professionals\, advocates\, and all are welcome to join these interactive monthly conversations. \nSessions are held on the third Wednesday of each month from 12 to 2 p.m. ET. By signing up below\, you will be registered for all events and have access to recordings!  \nPlease share this webinar series with friends and colleagues of all disciplines and backgrounds. We know the true power of our green chemistry community is how we connect with the world—so come connect with us!
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/2025-2026-green-chemistry-connections/2026-01-21/
CATEGORIES:General,Higher Education,K-12,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260131
DTSTAMP:20260403T194710
CREATED:20260105T173712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T173807Z
UID:10000602-1769472000-1769817599@www.beyondbenign.org
SUMMARY:Ask Me Anything: Dr. Elizabeth Braun
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendar for the upcoming Ask Me Anything (AMA) interview with Dr. Elizabeth Braun\, Director of Educational Content and Learning at the Lab Safety Institute. From January 27th to 30th\, Elizabeth will answer questions from the community and share her expertise in the Green Chemistry Teaching and Learning Community (GCTLC) forums! \nAt the Lab Safety Institute\, Elizabeth collaborates with educators\, administrators\, and district leaders to strengthen safety culture and promote green chemistry across STEM classrooms. She focuses on systems-level improvement—supporting schools as they rethink chemical management\, instructional practices\, and professional learning to align safety and sustainability. Her work bridges policy\, pedagogy\, and practice to make safer science accessible to every learning environment.\n\n💬 This is a conversation you won’t want to miss! Get your questions ready and meet us in the forums.  \nPS: If you missed previous AMA interviews or want to revisit the insights shared\, you can explore them here.
URL:https://www.beyondbenign.org/event/ask-me-anything-dr-elizabeth-braun/
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement
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