NEMO Science Museum Tickets
Explore Amsterdam’s premier interactive science museum, perfect for all ages and curious minds. Discover hands-on exhibits that inspire learning and fun, from cutting-edge technology to engaging experiments. Choose from flexible ticket options, including skip-the-line and combo packages with popular nearby attractions. Ideal for families, tourists, and science enthusiasts alike - book now to secure your spot and make the most of your Amsterdam visit!
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Get fast-track entry to five floors of NEMO Science Museum, the city’s largest science center, with hands-on exhibits, experiments, and interactive science.
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Dive into hundreds of interactive displays exploring physics, chemistry, engineering, and biology, including an aging machine.
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Watch the spectacular chain reaction show and try your hand at real experiments in the museum’s supervised laboratory.
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Head up to NEMO’s rooftop terrace for panoramic city views and playful water features, making it a favorite spot for families.
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Upgrade to a 1-hour Canal Cruise for an unforgettable journey through the UNESCO canals, uncovering city highlights with an insightful multilingual audioguide.
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Get fast-track entry to five floors of NEMO Science Museum, the city’s largest science center, with hands-on exhibits, experiments, and interactive science.
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Dive into hundreds of interactive displays exploring physics, chemistry, engineering, and biology, including an aging machine.
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Watch the spectacular chain reaction show and try your hand at real experiments in the museum’s supervised laboratory.
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Head up to NEMO’s rooftop terrace for panoramic city views and playful water features, making it a favorite spot for families.
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Upgrade to a 1-hour Canal Cruise for an unforgettable journey through the UNESCO canals, uncovering city highlights with an insightful multilingual audioguide.
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Save up to 15% with this combo to get fast-track entry to NEMO Science Museum and go on a scenic 1-hour Amsterdam canal cruise.
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With NEMO and the cruise dock at Central Station just 2.5 km apart, minimise travel time and maximise your day exploring both attractions.
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Enjoy unparalleled flexibility: visit NEMO and cruise on the same day, or split them across different days to fit your itinerary perfectly.
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Dive into hands-on science fun at NEMO, where interactive exhibits, live demonstrations, like a chain reaction demo, spark curiosity for all ages.
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Cruise Amsterdam’s canals and take in the city’s historic bridges and landmarks from the water, with audio commentary sharing stories of Amsterdam.
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Save up to 15% with this combo to get fast-track entry to NEMO Science Museum and go on a scenic 1-hour Amsterdam canal cruise.
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With NEMO and the cruise dock at Central Station just 2.5 km apart, minimise travel time and maximise your day exploring both attractions.
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Enjoy unparalleled flexibility: visit NEMO and cruise on the same day, or split them across different days to fit your itinerary perfectly.
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Dive into hands-on science fun at NEMO, where interactive exhibits, live demonstrations, like a chain reaction demo, spark curiosity for all ages.
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Cruise Amsterdam’s canals and take in the city’s historic bridges and landmarks from the water, with audio commentary sharing stories of Amsterdam.
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Enjoy skip-the-line access to both NEMO Science Museum and Body Worlds Amsterdam, saving time and maximizing your day.
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Save up to 7% on two science-related attractions and learn about the wonders of the human body and mind, as well as the world around us.
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Conveniently located just 1.5 km apart, walk or cycle between NEMO and Body Worlds, saving on public transport costs and hassle.
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Dive into NEMO’s interactive science galleries, hands-on exhibits, and live demos, see a real meteorite, and experiment with energy and the human brain.
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Discover Body Worlds’ The Happiness Project, featuring 200 real anatomical specimens and a complimentary InBody Scan to check your health.
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Enjoy skip-the-line access to both NEMO Science Museum and Body Worlds Amsterdam, saving time and maximizing your day.
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Save up to 7% on two science-related attractions and learn about the wonders of the human body and mind, as well as the world around us.
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Conveniently located just 1.5 km apart, walk or cycle between NEMO and Body Worlds, saving on public transport costs and hassle.
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Dive into NEMO’s interactive science galleries, hands-on exhibits, and live demos, see a real meteorite, and experiment with energy and the human brain.
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Discover Body Worlds’ The Happiness Project, featuring 200 real anatomical specimens and a complimentary InBody Scan to check your health.
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Save 5% with this combo ticket that grants you fast-track access to the NEMO Science Museum and timed entry to the Rijksmuseum.
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Skip the lines and dive into five floors of interactive exhibits at the NEMO Science Museum, including chain reaction demos, and access the rooftop terrace.
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Conduct real hands-on experiments in the museum’s supervised laboratory, catch live science shows, and see a real meteorite at NEMO.
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Admire over 8,000 works of art at the Rijksmuseum, featuring masterpieces by Dutch masters like Rembrandt, Vermeer, and Van Gogh, with an audioguide.
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Wander through themed galleries at the Rijksmuseum showcasing everything from Dutch Golden Age paintings to decorative arts and ship models.
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Save 5% with this combo ticket that grants you fast-track access to the NEMO Science Museum and timed entry to the Rijksmuseum.
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Skip the lines and dive into five floors of interactive exhibits at the NEMO Science Museum, including chain reaction demos, and access the rooftop terrace.
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Conduct real hands-on experiments in the museum’s supervised laboratory, catch live science shows, and see a real meteorite at NEMO.
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Admire over 8,000 works of art at the Rijksmuseum, featuring masterpieces by Dutch masters like Rembrandt, Vermeer, and Van Gogh, with an audioguide.
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Wander through themed galleries at the Rijksmuseum showcasing everything from Dutch Golden Age paintings to decorative arts and ship models.
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Explore Amsterdam’s top attractions for free or at discounted rates and access unlimited public transport with the iAmsterdam city card.
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Save big at 70+ attractions, including popular sights like free entry to Rijksmuseum, and discounts at the Heineken Experience, Madame Tussauds & more.
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Hit all the spots on your bucket list by riding seamlessly on the GVB public transport, including buses, trams, metros, and ferries.
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Enjoy a free canal cruise from numerous spots across the city or rent a bike for free and discover Amsterdam at your own pace.
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Choose between 24/48/72/96/120-hour passes, skip long ticketing queues with just one digital pass & upgrade to include audio guides.
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Explore Amsterdam’s top attractions for free or at discounted rates and access unlimited public transport with the iAmsterdam city card.
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Save big at 70+ attractions, including popular sights like free entry to Rijksmuseum, and discounts at the Heineken Experience, Madame Tussauds & more.
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Hit all the spots on your bucket list by riding seamlessly on the GVB public transport, including buses, trams, metros, and ferries.
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Enjoy a free canal cruise from numerous spots across the city or rent a bike for free and discover Amsterdam at your own pace.
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Choose between 24/48/72/96/120-hour passes, skip long ticketing queues with just one digital pass & upgrade to include audio guides.
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Save time with skip-the-line access to both the NEMO Science Museum and the National Maritime Museum with one convenient combo ticket.
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Travel seamlessly between both museums, just 600 m away from each other, ensuring you spend more time exploring and less time commuting.
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Save 7% and get discounted access to both the NEMO Science Museum and the National Maritime Museum, making your visit both fun and budget-friendly.
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Dive into hands-on science at NEMO, the Netherlands’ largest science center, with interactive exhibits and expert-led demos.
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Explore centuries of maritime history at the Maritime Museum, including the 18th-century replica VOC ship and Movie Room, with a multilingual audio guide.
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Save time with skip-the-line access to both the NEMO Science Museum and the National Maritime Museum with one convenient combo ticket.
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Travel seamlessly between both museums, just 600 m away from each other, ensuring you spend more time exploring and less time commuting.
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Save 7% and get discounted access to both the NEMO Science Museum and the National Maritime Museum, making your visit both fun and budget-friendly.
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Dive into hands-on science at NEMO, the Netherlands’ largest science center, with interactive exhibits and expert-led demos.
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Explore centuries of maritime history at the Maritime Museum, including the 18th-century replica VOC ship and Movie Room, with a multilingual audio guide.
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Combine Dutch history and a fun waffle workshop with a single discounted ticket, with both locations just 15 minutes apart.
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Enter the Rijksmuseum and explore over 8,000 artworks across its collections, including iconic paintings, Delftware ceramics, and historic maritime artifacts.
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Enhance your visit with a multimedia guide available in 10+ languages, allowing you to explore the museum at your own pace.
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Get hands-on during a 45-minute Dutch syrup waffle-making workshop led by an expert, where you will create two traditional stroopwafels step by step.
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End your day by enjoying your freshly made treats with tea or coffee, receiving a baking certificate, and taking home a delicious souvenir.
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Combine Dutch history and a fun waffle workshop with a single discounted ticket, with both locations just 15 minutes apart.
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Enter the Rijksmuseum and explore over 8,000 artworks across its collections, including iconic paintings, Delftware ceramics, and historic maritime artifacts.
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Enhance your visit with a multimedia guide available in 10+ languages, allowing you to explore the museum at your own pace.
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Get hands-on during a 45-minute Dutch syrup waffle-making workshop led by an expert, where you will create two traditional stroopwafels step by step.
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End your day by enjoying your freshly made treats with tea or coffee, receiving a baking certificate, and taking home a delicious souvenir.
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Kick off your Amsterdam trip with a combo ticket to THIS IS HOLLAND and NEMO, just 15 minutes apart, and save on separate tickets.
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Buckle up for a 9-minute 5D flight simulator at THIS IS HOLLAND, soaring over canals, tulip fields, and windmills with wind, mist, and scent effects.
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Go a step further and learn about Dutch history, culture, and geography with two immersive pre-recorded shows.
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Explore interactive exhibits on physics, engineering, and biology at NEMO Science Museum, the Netherlands’ largest science center.
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Enjoy a Chain Reaction demonstration, conduct experiments in the interactive lab, and take in beautiful city views from the rooftop terrace.
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Kick off your Amsterdam trip with a combo ticket to THIS IS HOLLAND and NEMO, just 15 minutes apart, and save on separate tickets.
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Buckle up for a 9-minute 5D flight simulator at THIS IS HOLLAND, soaring over canals, tulip fields, and windmills with wind, mist, and scent effects.
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Go a step further and learn about Dutch history, culture, and geography with two immersive pre-recorded shows.
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Explore interactive exhibits on physics, engineering, and biology at NEMO Science Museum, the Netherlands’ largest science center.
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Enjoy a Chain Reaction demonstration, conduct experiments in the interactive lab, and take in beautiful city views from the rooftop terrace.
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Enjoy entry to the Rijksmuseum and unlimited travel on GVB trams, buses, metros, and ferries, including transfers to the museum, with one convenient combo.
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Choose from 1, 2, 3, or 4-day GVB passes to roam the city with ease—your pass covers all GVB public transport and includes Bus 369 to Schiphol Airport.
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Save up to 60% on transport costs. Your pass is valid for your specifically selected timeslot, ensuring your travel is locked in and ready to go the moment you arrive.
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Discover Dutch masterpieces like Rembrandt’s The Night Watch and Vermeer’s The Milkmaid among 8,000+ objects at the Rijksmuseum.
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Explore historical artefacts, Delftware ceramics, and 17th-century dollhouses at the Rijksmuseum.
More details
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Enjoy entry to the Rijksmuseum and unlimited travel on GVB trams, buses, metros, and ferries, including transfers to the museum, with one convenient combo.
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Choose from 1, 2, 3, or 4-day GVB passes to roam the city with ease—your pass covers all GVB public transport and includes Bus 369 to Schiphol Airport.
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Save up to 60% on transport costs. Your pass is valid for your specifically selected timeslot, ensuring your travel is locked in and ready to go the moment you arrive.
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Discover Dutch masterpieces like Rembrandt’s The Night Watch and Vermeer’s The Milkmaid among 8,000+ objects at the Rijksmuseum.
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Explore historical artefacts, Delftware ceramics, and 17th-century dollhouses at the Rijksmuseum.
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About NEMO Science Museum
In Amsterdam, the NEMO Science Museum stands as a testament to the wonders of science and technology, offering hands-on experiences that link historical insights with modern discoveries. Get your tickets today!
The museum building, designed by renowned architect Renzo Piano, resembles a giant green ship docked in Amsterdam's harbor, symbolizing the city's maritime history and spirit of exploration.
NEMO Science Museum expands its influence with an off-site venue, 'The Studio' at Marineterrein, crafting innovative, accessible exhibitions and programs tackling socially relevant themes beyond its main premises.
The museum's moniker, NEMO, cleverly stands for a 'new and entertaining museum of science and technology', encapsulating its commitment to innovative and captivating exploration of scientific realms.
The museum has an exhibit called 'Wonder Rooms', featuring a collection of optical illusions, including a room that appears slanted but is leveled.
NEMO Science Museum has been awarded the title of the most welcoming national museum in the Netherlands. The museum has also earned recognition as the most kid-proof museum in the country.
Why visit NEMO Science Museum?
Highlights
Interactive exhibits
NEMO Science Museum provides an extensive array of interactive exhibits catering to diverse scientific disciplines such as physics, chemistry, biology, and technology. You can engage hands-on with principles ranging from electricity, magnetism, and mechanics to chemical reactions, the periodic table, anatomy, genetics, ecology, robotics, computer science, engineering, and renewable energy technologies.
Science center
The Museum's Science Center spans five floors, housing exhibits on lighting, electrical engineering, renewable energy, home technology, and human anatomy. You can engage with interactive displays exploring light's principles, electrical circuitry, renewable energy sources, household technology, and human physiology. Designed for all ages, these exhibits foster discovery and play, making science accessible and captivating.
Museum collection
NEMO's collection of 19,500 artifacts chronicles humanity's exploration of science, technology, and energy. These artifacts, ranging from ancient tools to modern technologies, highlight our evolving relationship with energy and showcase the progression of scientific understanding. While not all are on permanent display, they enrich the museum's exhibits, offering context and historical significance to interactive displays and supporting research and educational initiatives.
The Architecture
Renzo Piano's architecture for the NEMO Science Museum harmonizes modernity with Amsterdam's maritime heritage. The ship-like exterior, curved form, and green copper cladding pay homage to the city's naval history. Inside, minimalist interiors accentuate exhibits, while the intricate steel and concrete structure, weighing over a thousand tons, exemplifies complexity. Sustainability is evident in the green roof and recycled materials, reflecting innovation and environmental awareness.
Roof terrace
Perched atop the NEMO Science Museum, the rooftop terrace provides sweeping vistas of Amsterdam. Adorned with a 'piazza' theme and the interactive Energetica exhibit illustrating renewable energy, you also enjoy a tranquil water feature. The terrace offers views of Museum Haven and the iconic VOC ship. It also boasts a rooftop restaurant, where you can savor refreshments amidst the breathtaking cityscape.
Plan your visit
Main entrance
The NEMO Science Museum has only one primary entrance at Oosterdok 2, 1011 VX Amsterdam, Netherlands. You would find some facilities at the entrance, like lockers, lifts, and baby-changing tables.
- The museum opens on certain Mondays during public and school holidays and from April to September.
- Closed: King's Day (April 27)
- Rooftop access is closed during bad weather, King's Day, New Year, and other special events.
You can keep your luggage in one of the lockers at the museum.
There are toilets on every floor. Most of these toilets, except one on the third floor, are also accessible for visitors with mobility issues.
NEMO Science Museum has four dining outlets in its building. You can grab a quick bite during your exploration or enjoy a drink at the coffee bar.
There is a first aid room at the museum, along with the trained staff to help you.
If you lost something at the museum, make sure to send an email to info@e-nemo.nl.
The baby changing room is also there at the NEMO Science Museum.
NEMO Science Museum has one wheelchair available that you can borrow. You can reserve the same by mailing your requirement to them at info@e-nemo.nl.
The NEMO Science Museum is designed to be accessible to all, so visitors in wheelchairs can easily navigate throughout the building, except for the roof terrace.
Strollers are allowed at NEMO Science Museum.
While pets are not allowed at the museum, service animals such as guide dogs are allowed inside.
There are elevators across the building, so you can easily access all the museum floors.
What our guests say
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Combo: Rijksmuseum Entry Tickets + Traditional Dutch Syrup Waffle-Making Workshop
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City Sightseeing: Amsterdam Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour + Rijksmuseum Entry Tickets
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