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Internal Research Fellow PostDoc on EO Agriculture
2018-09-21 09:26:37| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Research Fellowship Opportunity in the Directorate of Earth Observation Programmes. ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. Applications from women are encouraged. Post Internal Research Fellow PostDoc on EO Agriculture This post is classified F2. Location ESRIN, Frascati, Italy Our team and mission The postholder will report to the Head of the Applications Section in the Data Applications Division within the Science, Applications and Climate Department of the Directorate of Earth Observation Programmes. In the execution of the tasks, the postholder will work in close cooperation with other staff of the Directorate of Earth Observation Programmes. The Data Applications Division is a dynamic team leading research and innovation activities, in partnership with European and international industry and academia, aiming at advancing science, developing novel applications, supporting industry growth and contributing to establish an European ecosystem of exploitation platforms to maximize the impact of European missions in society. In the coming year activities in the area of applications will focus particularly on exploitation of data from the existing Sentinel missions as well as the preparation of the Copernicus evolution. Overview of the field of activity proposed Global food production must double by 2050 to meet the increasing nutritional demand of the growing world population. In parallel 70 of available freshwater is globally consumed by agriculture, in particular for crop irrigation. Consequently the geographical and temporal variability of water availability is increasingly becoming a limiting factor for agricultural productivity and with this a driver for food security. As part of the Copernicus evolution the high spatiotemporal Land Surface Temperature Monitoring LSTM mission is proposed to provide dynamic information on water use and productivity at field scales relevant for agricultural management. Interested candidates are encouraged to visit the ESA website www.esa.int Fields of activitiesresearch The successful candidate will, in this context, conduct research in the following domains Investigate requirements for thermal EO observations for agricultural monitoring in the frame of the LSTM mission preparation Develop and validate evapotranspiration EO products at field scale resolution Demonstrate the use of Sentinel1, 2 and 3 observations for agricultural monitoring, in particular for yield estimation Participate in the development of products and applications related to EO for food security and water productivity in developing countries. In addition the candidate will also Liaise with project teams and endusers of relevant ESA RD projects Contribute to the scientific exploitation of the campaign data sets for the LSTM mission Contribute to preparation of training materials, training events, and workshops, some of which may be held in Africa Publish results in relevant scientific journals and present at relevant ESA conferences and workshops. Technical competencies Knowledge relevant to the field of research Researchpublication record Ability to conduct research autonomously Breadth of exposure coming from past andor current researchactivities General interest in space and space research Ability to gather and share relevant information Behavioural competencies Innovation Creativity Continuous Learning Communication Relationship Management Self Motivation Problem Solving CrossCultural Sensitivity Education Applicants must have completed their PhD or equivalent studies in Physics, Engineering or Earth Science with research experience and peerreviewed publications in relevant topics for the fields of research proposed Additional requirements Experience with computing programing and relevant offtheshelf EO image processing tools and software will be an asset. The position requires also stateofart knowledge on analysis and processing methods for data from missions such as Sentinel1, Sentinel2 and Sentinel3. Applicants should have good analytical and communication skills and should be able to work autonomously in a multicultural team environment. The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another Member State language would be an asset. Other information For behavioural competencies expected from ESA staff in general, please refer to the ESA Competency Framework. The Agency may require applicants to undergo selection tests. The closing date for applications is 18 October 2018. In addition to your CV and your motivation letter, please add your proposal of no more than 5 pages outlining your proposed research in the additional documents field of the application information section. Candidates are asked to arrange for 3 reference letters, to be sent by the referees themselves, before the closing date to temp.htresa.int. Please ensure your name is mentioned in the subject of the email. If you require support with your application due to a disability, please email contact.human.resourcesesa.int. Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada and Slovenia as well as Bulgaria, Cyprus, Latvia, Lithuania, Slovakia as European Cooperating States ECS. Priority will first be given to candidates from underrepresented Member States. In accordance with the European Space Agencys security procedures and as part of the selection process, successful candidates will be required to undergo basic screening before appointment Apply HERE
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Internal Research Fellow PostDoc in Space Science at ESAC
2018-08-31 15:27:47| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Research Fellowship Opportunity in the Directorate of Science. ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. Applications from women are encouraged. Post Internal Research Fellow PostDoc in Space Science at ESAC This post is classified F2 on the Coordinated Organisations salary scale. Location ESAC, Villanueva de la Caada, Spain Description The Internal Research Fellow will be based in the Science Operations Department at ESAC. Both the Science Support Office at ESTEC and the Science Operations Department at ESAC offer the opportunity for the successful candidates to conduct research programmes covering many areas of Space Science. These research activities are coordinated by the ESA Science Faculty, a body consisting of scientists from both establishments. Research Fellows are encouraged to participate in these programmes, led by the scientific staff and with engineering, technical and administrative support. Research Fellows are in principle fully dedicated to scientific research and have no functional duties. However, they may spend up to 20 of their time on scientific activities in support of an ESA mission. Additionally, they are encouraged to take an active part in the scientific life of the establishments. Fields of activitiesresearch The proposed research topic should be related either to ESAs scientific missions, to the space research programmes of the ESA member states or to the scientific activities of the ESA Science Faculty. A brief summary of the research activities carried out by Faculty members can be found on the ESTEC faculty research and ESAC faculty research pages or at the research programme overview page. Candidates should consult these pages to identify which of the two establishments offers the most relevant environment for the candidates research proposal and to identify one or more staff members with whom to work. While certain research programmes can be pursued at both establishments, in most cases the location of the mentor defines where a fellowship is held. Technical competencies Breadth of exposure coming from past andor current researchactivities Field of research relevant to mentors activities Researchpublication record Ability to conduct research autonomously General interest in space and space research Behavioural competencies Self Motivation Problem Solving Relationship Management Ambassadorship Communication Planning Organisation Education The Research Fellowship Programme is aimed at scientists in the early stage of their career. The programme is open to applicants who have completed their PhD or equivalent or will have completed it by the start of the fellowship. Preference will be given to applicants within five years of receiving their PhD. Specificities Research proposals will be reviewed and assessed based on the following criteria Scientific value stateoftheart in the field and value for the ESA Science faculty Realism of the proposal and schedule Proven record of the candidate Please take into account that research proposals will be reviewed by a panel of space scientists who may not be an expert in your field of expertise. RFs will be joining a group of diverse scientific staff members embedded in a large space agency, in contrast to a more specialised, focused research group with close or similar competencies. Internal Research Fellows have the opportunity to receive funding for visitors, trainees and participation in conferences. Appointments for an ESA Research Fellowship are for 2 years, with a possibility for a 3rd year extension. Dates of interviews will take place on 34 December at ESAC and 1113 December at ESTEC. Invited candidates will also be asked to give a 20minute presentation of their proposed research. Please refer to Call for applications httpswww.cosmos.esa.intwebsciencefacultyresearchfellowship Careers at ESA website httpwww.esa.intAboutUsCareersatESAPostDocsResearchFellowship Other information For behavioural competencies expected from ESA staff in general, please refer to the ESA Competency Framework. The Agency may require applicants to undergo selection tests. The closing date for applications is 01 October 2018. In addition to your CV and your motivation letter, please add your proposal of no more than 5 pages outlining your proposed research in the additional documents field of the application information section. Candidates are asked to arrange for 3 reference letters, to be sent by the referees themselves, before the closing date to temp.htresa.int. Please ensure your name is mentioned in the subject of the email. If you require support with your application due to a disability, please email contact.human.resourcesesa.int. Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada and Slovenia as well as Bulgaria, Cyprus, Latvia, Lithuania, Slovakia as European Cooperating States ECS. Priority will first be given to candidates from underrepresented Member States. In accordance with the European Space Agencys security procedures and as part of the selection process, successful candidates will be required to undergo basic screening before appointment Apply HERE
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Internal Research Fellow PostDoc in Space Science at ESTEC
2018-08-31 15:27:47| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Research Fellowship Opportunity in the Directorate of Science. ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. Applications from women are encouraged. Post Internal Research Fellow PostDoc in Space Science at ESTEC This post is classified F2 on the Coordinated Organisations salary scale. Location ESTEC, Noordwijk, The Netherlands Description The Internal Research Fellow will be based in the Science Support Office at ESTEC. Both the Science Support Office at ESTEC and the Science Operations Department at ESAC offer the opportunity for the successfull candidates to conduct research programmes covering many areas of Space Sciene. These research activities are coordinated by the ESA Science Faculty, a body consisting of scientists from both establishments. Research Fellows are encouraged to participate in these programmes, led by the scientific staff and with engineering, technical and administrative support. Research Fellows are in principle fully dedicated to scientific research and have no functional duties. However, they may spend up to 20 of their time on scientific activities in support of an ESA mission. Additionally, they are encouraged to take an active part in the scientific life of the establishments. Fields of activitiesresearch The proposed research topic should be related either to ESAs scientific missions, to the space research programmes of the ESA member states or to the scientific activities of the ESA Science Faculty. A brief summary of the research activities carried out by Faculty members can be found on the ESTEC faculty research and ESAC faculty research pages or at the research programme overview page. Candidates should consult these pages to identify which of the two establishments offers the most relevant environment for the candidates research proposal and to identify one or more staff members with whom to work. While certain research programmes can be pursued at both establishments, in most cases the location of the mentor defines where a fellowship is held. Technical competencies Breadth of exposure coming from past andor current researchactivities Field of research relevant to mentors activities Researchpublication record Ability to conduct research autonomously General interest in space and space research Behavioural competencies Self Motivation Problem Solving Relationship Management Ambassadorship Communication Planning Organisation Education The Research Fellowship is aimed at scientists in the early stage of their career. The programme is open to applicants who have completed their PhD or equivalent or will have completed it by the start of the fellowship. Preference will be given to applications submitted by candidates within five years of receiving their PhD. Specificities Research proposals will be reviewed and assessed based on the following criteria Scientific value stateoftheart in the field and value for the ESA Science faculty Realism of the proposal and schedule Proven record of the candidate Please take into account that research proposals will be reviewed by a panel of space scientists who may not be an expert in your field of expertise. RFs will be joining a group of diverse scientific staff members embedded in a large space agency, in contrast to a more specialised, focused research group with close or similar competencies. Internal Research Fellows have the opportunity to receive funding for visitors, trainees and participation in conferences. Appointments for an ESA Research Fellowship are for 2 years, with a possibility for a 3rd year extension. Dates of interviews will take place on 34 December at ESAC and 1113 December at ESTEC. Invited candidates will also be asked to give a 20minute presentation of their proposed research. Please refer to Call for applications httpswww.cosmos.esa.intwebsciencefacultyresearchfellowship Careers at ESA website httpwww.esa.intAboutUsCareersatESAPostDocsResearchFellowship Other information For behavioural competencies expected from ESA staff in general, please refer to the ESA Competency Framework. The Agency may require applicants to undergo selection tests. The closing date for applications is 01 October 2018. In addition to your CV and your motivation letter, please add your proposal of no more than 5 pages outlining your proposed research in the additional documents field of the application information section . Candidates are asked to arrange for three reference letters, to be sent by the referees themselves, before the closing date to temp.htresa.int. Please ensure your name is mentioned in the subject of the email. If you require support with your application due to a disability, please email contact.human.resourcesesa.int. Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada and Slovenia as well as Bulgaria, Cyprus, Latvia, Lithuania, Slovakia as European Cooperating States ECS. Priority will first be given to candidates from underrepresented Member States. In accordance with the European Space Agencys security procedures and as part of the selection process, successful candidates will be required to undergo basic screening before appointment Apply HERE
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Internal Research Fellow PostDoc in Adaptive Optics with Laser Guide Stars
2018-08-08 11:27:15| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Research Fellowship Opportunity in the Directorate of Telecommunications and Integrated Applications. ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. Applications from women are encouraged. Post Internal Research Fellow PostDoc in Adaptive Optics with Laser Guide Stars This post is classified F2. Location ESTEC, Noordwijk, The Netherlands Our team and mission The research position will be in the GovSatCom and Secure Communications Section of the Institutional and European Programme Office, Telecommunication Technologies, Products and Systems Department, which is part of the Directorate of Telecommunications and Integrated Applications. The proposed field of research is of relevance for future spaceground optical communications, which is one of the main topics of the ScyLight Programme. The work to be performed will be supervised by the OptoElectronics Section of the Mechatronics and Optics, Division, which is part of the Directorate of Technology, Engineering and Quality. Among other areas of expertise, the Optoelectronics Section deals withsupports the development of optical communication systems e.g. EDRS, Optelmu, Second Generation GNSS, optical ground station operations and it is also in charge of ESAs Optical Ground Station. Interested candidates are encouraged to visit the ESA website related to the Divisions activities Fields of activitiesresearch The field of research will be in the area of adaptive optics with laser guider stars, with the final application of laser communications through the atmosphere. Laser beam characteristics degrade due to detrimental effects such as scintillation, beam spreading, beam wandering, angle of arrival fluctuations and wavefront distortion, caused by the propagation through a turbulent medium like the atmosphere. In practical terms, the laser beam is distorted such that the detection and recovery of the communications signal modulating the optical carrier is severely affected in terms of quality of service bit error probability and availability. Countermeasures need to be implemented in order to correctminimize atmospheric turbulence effects. In most cases, part of the received signal is used as a reference to evaluate the disturbance and to determine the amount of correction needed to apply to the incoming optical signal, and also to the outgoing optical signal so called precompensation or predistortion. However, in some cases the distortion of the received signal cannot be used to predistort the outgoing signal because the angular separation between the incoming and the outgoing optical signals is so large that the turbulence effects in both directions are uncorrelated i.e., the point ahead angle can be larger than the isoplanatic angle in some scenarios. In this case, one could envisage placing a laser guide star in the direction of the outgoing laser beam and using the distortion sensed by the received light from the laser guide star to predistort the wavefront of the outgoing laser beam. In this context, the Research Fellow will participate in measurement campaigns and will analyze the resulting data of an experiment assessing the feasibility of using a laser guide star for laser communications through the atmosphere. The Research Fellow will investigate how to extract the wavefront distortion information of the laser guide star in a way that this information can be used to correctpredistort the wavefront of the outgoing laser beam, such that the reception at the counterpart location is optimized. The research will be carried out in close cooperation with other investigators from ESO European Southern Observatory and DLR German Aerospace Centre. Technical competencies Ability to conduct research autonomously Breadth of exposure coming from past andor current researchactivities Researchpublication record Knowledge relevant to the field of research Interest in space and space research Ability to gather and share relevant information Behavioural competencies Innovation Creativity Continuous Learning Relationship Management Self Motivation Communication Problem Solving CrossCultural Sensitivity Education Applicants should have recently completed, or be close to completion of a PhD in a related technical or scientific discipline, preferably in physics or mathematics or engineering. Preference will be given to applications submitted by candidates within five years of receiving their PhD. Additional requirements The Research Fellow must have demonstrated excellent programming skills using Matlab or Python or C in order to be able to evaluate the results of the measurement test campaigns. Knowledge of laser communications and atmospheric turbulence would be an asset. A background in statistics and random processes, and in imaging processing, is required. The Research Fellow must be able to work in a team with other international investigators in a spirit of positive cooperation and, at the same time, be capable of working autonomously in hisher area of research. At the end of the fellowship, the Research Fellow will be required to summarize the work completed so that it can be included in papers to be submitted to specialised conferencesjournals in the field of laser communications for space e.g., SPIE, ICSO, ICSOS, IEEE. The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another Member State language would be an asset Other information For behavioural competencies expected from ESA staff in general, please refer to the ESA Competency Framework. The Agency may require applicants to undergo selection tests. The closing date for applications is 05 September 2018. In addition to your CV and your motivation letter, please add your proposal of no more than 5 pages outlining your proposed research in the additional documents field of the application information section. Candidates are asked to arrange for 3 reference letters, to be sent by the referees themselves, before the closing date to temp.htresa.int. Please ensure your name is mentioned in the subject of the email. If you require support with your application due to a disability, please email contact.human.resourcesesa.int. Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada and Slovenia as well as Bulgaria, Cyprus, Latvia, Lithuania, Slovakia as European Cooperating States ECS. Priority will first be given to candidates from underrepresented Member States. In accordance with the European Space Agencys security procedures and as part of the selection process, successful candidates will be required to undergo basic screening before appointment Apply HERE
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Internal Research Fellow PostDoc Lunar Samples, Research and Application
2018-07-16 10:28:07| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Research Fellowship Opportunity in the Directorate of Human Robotic Exploration Programmes. ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. Applications from women are encouraged. Post Internal Research Fellow PostDoc Lunar Samples, Research and Application This post is classified F2. Location ESTEC, Noordwijk, The Netherlands Our team and mission The Internal Research Fellow will be based in the Strategy and Innovation Team, Directorate of Human and Robotic Exploration Programmes, at ESAESTEC. httpwww.esa.intAboutUsESTEC The Team supports the development, evolution and implementation of ESAs exploration strategy and manages the benefits resulting from ESAs space exploration activities. This includes supporting international activities, including the international Space Exploration Coordination Group ISECG, and the development of new partnerships and governance schemes. The Team also works to implement new innovation partnerships with commercial space and nonspace sectors for activities related to exploration of the Moon, Mars and low Earth orbit, while seeking to increase commercial and industrial utilisation of the International Space Station. The Team leads a number of activities to prepare future exploration missions and technologies, working closely with the space science community. These include technology developments and mission studies, coordinated at international level and leveraging commercial partnerships. Interested candidates are encouraged to visit the ESA website www.esa.int Fields of activitiesresearch The appointee will do research using lunar samples and materials to produce new scientific results and provide data and lessonslearned to inform the preparation of ESAs exploration programme. Heshe will also support the maintenance and implementation of a Lunar Science, Research Applications Plan see below. Research will be done which results in new and novel scientific results, published in peerreviewed journals. Areas of particular interest are those which yield information having implications for the origins, abundance and distribution of water on the Moon potential resources e.g. water, oxygen, metals of lunar regolith, the physical properties of lunar regolith approaches to handling, excavating and processing lunar regolith sample curation and handling. An important aspect of the Fellowship will be the use of scientific and technical insights obtained through working with samples to support the definition of new and improved engineering approaches to working with lunar and Martian samples and materials on future exploration missions, both in situ and samplereturn. Samples will be obtained through proposals to appropriate authorities for access and through cooperation with research groups with existing research activities in this area. This may include new proposals for samples, involvement in ongoing activities and engagement in existing ESA activities and proposals. Activities may be with institutional andor international partners. Work may also involve working with, and supporting, the development and characterisation of new and existing simulants and standards. It is expected that most of the laboratorybased research will be performed using facilities found at ESTEC subject to agreement with laboratory management. For available facilities, see for example httpwww.esa.intOurActivitiesSpaceEngineeringTechnologyMaterialsElectricalComponentsLaboratory. Facilities associated with other ESA centres may also be considered, as may those based at other institutions where relevant and accessible, e.g. httpwww.esa.intspaceinvideosVideos201607ESARALAdvancedManufacturingLaboratory. A Lunar Science Research and Applications Plan A Plan is in preparation to identify European priorities for fundamental and applied research enabled by lunar exploration and to address how this research can be enabled and implemented by ESAs lunar exploration plans. This Plan includes science on, of and from the Moon. It looks for synergies with Mars, benefits for Earth and aims to generate knowledge that can enable and transform future exploration missions through the use of lunar resources. An important aspect of the Research Fellowship will be to support the development and ongoing revision of the Plan, activities that implement the Plan and interactionsconsultations with various research communities to ensure that it continues to represent community consensus on priorities and implementation approach. Technical competencies Knowledge relevant to the field of research Researchpublication record Ability to conduct research autonomously Breadth of exposure coming from past andor current researchactivities Interest in space and space research Ability to gather and share relevant information Behavioural competencies Innovation Creativity Continuous Learning Communication Relationship Management Self Motivation Problem Solving CrossCultural Sensitivity Education Applicants should have recently completed, or be close to completing, a PhD in a related technical or scientific discipline. Preference will be given to applications submitted within five years of candidates being awarded their doctorate. Research experience in any of the following areas will be viewed favourably Scientific research using lunar samples Handling and preparing lunar materials Writing and publishing scientific papers Leading or supporting proposals for accessing lunar samples Working with international, multidisciplinary and multiinstitution teams Working in teams including both scientists and engineers Additional requirements Knowledge of the breadth and diversity of lunar science and research relevant to exploration, beyond the scope of the specific research to be done. Competence in the specific skills required to do the proposed research laboratory, measurement and analysis, programming etc.. Applicants must demonstrate an ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment in diverse teams. A proactive approach to identifying opportunities, problemsolving and communication skills are also required. The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another Member State language would be an asset. Specificities For this Research Fellow opportunity, interviews will include a presentation of the proposed research andmay include meetings with the ESA team, discussions about the proposed research and visits of relevant facilities located at ESTEC. A wide range of laboratories and facilities are available at ESA ESTEC see for example httpwww.esa.intOurActivitiesSpaceEngineeringTechnologyLaboratories, which could be made available for the research if needed. Access to facilities and the availability of other resources to support the proposed research will be discussed and determined on an case by case basis, based on the needs of the specific research proposed and the availability of the required facilities. Other information For behavioural competencies expected from ESA staff in general, please refer to the ESA Competency Framework. The Agency may require applicants to undergo selection tests. The closing date for applications is 26 August 2018. In addition to your CV and your motivation letter, please add your proposal of no more than 5 pages outlining your proposed research in the additional documents field of the application information section. Candidates are asked to arrange for 3 reference letters, to be sent by the referees themselves, before the closing date to temp.htresa.int. Please ensure your name is mentioned in the subject of the email. If you require support with your application due to a disability, please email contact.human.resourcesesa.int. Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada and Slovenia as well as Bulgaria, Cyprus, Latvia, Lithuania, Slovakia as European Cooperating States ECS. Priority will first be given to candidates from underrepresented Member States. In accordance with the European Space Agencys security procedures and as part of the selection process, successful candidates will be required to undergo basic screening before appointment Apply HERE
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