- PT x TiK x SIK regular sport sessions
- PT Info Channel on Telegram
- PT’s LinkedIn group
- Board meetings in 2023
- PT’s feedback form
- [IMPORTANT] Transfer of the membership register and payment of the membership fee
- Lämmönsiirto XI 23.9.
- [NEW] Lämmönsiirto Annual Ball Excursion Wed 20.9.
- [NEW] Association’s Code of Conduct
- [NEW] 3 + Cocktail Evening Fri 15.9.
- [NEW] Murder Mystery Sitsit Tue 12.9.
- [NEW] 3+ Cocktail Evening Fri 15.9.
- CHEM events Telegram channel
- Study feedback
- Master’s programmes’ portfolio renewal in the School of Chemical Engineering
- Tournament of Kasper 29.9.
- [NEW] Wood online courses 2023-2024
- Imago Questionnaire of Finnish Forest Products Engineer’s Association – win a gift card!
- BioFinland Pitching Competition
- Product Development Project Course
- Koff Otaniemi Bullseye Masters 5.9.
- National students volleyball championships 23.-24.9.
- Aalto Afterparty 5.9.
- Join Dominante
- [NEW] Lakinlaskijaiset Sat 30.9.
- [NEW] The village cleanup and yard sale Sat 9.9.
- [NEW] Polin appro Wed 15.11.
- [NEW] Otacruise 26.-28.11.
- [NEW] The 151st Teekkari tradition week and traditon ball, save the date!
- [NEW] Taekwon-Do Trainings start 17.9.!
- Regards from Spokesperson-secretary
Remember to buy membership of PT for this year on Kide.app via this link!
UPCOMING SIGN-UPS
Mon 4.9. Tournament of Kasperi (29.9.)
Tue 5.9. at 12.00 3+ Cocktail Evening (15.9.)
Wed 6.9. at 15.00 Annual Ball Excursion (20.9.)
UPCOMING EVENTS
Tue 5.9. Aalto Day One and Aalto Afterparty
Wed 6.9. Additional association’s meeting
Sat 9.9. Village Cleanup
Thu 14.9. PT x Athene goes Megazone
Fri 15.9. 3+ Cocktail Evening
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1. PT x TiK x SIK regular sport sessions
Pack your indoor shoes and head to the ball sports hall of Otahalli every Thursday at 21-22! There you will be able to play ball games with TiK and SIK and other PT members.
The sport will change every week. To sign up for today’s sport session click on the following link and follow the guide pictures. No registration needed! http://athletiks.nimenhuuto.com
Please notice that entering the gym and changing rooms now requires a separate pass code. Contact @olenkissamiau to receive yours. A code is valid from 45 minutes before the start of the slot to 45 minutes after the slot has ended. It is prohibited to publicly share any pass codes you have received.
2. PT Info Channel on Telegram
PT has a separate Telegram channel for official announcements and news about the association – PT Info Channel! All the most important announcements and news about the association will be posted in the channel, for example about events and the summary of the weekly newsletter sent by email.
The #PT-chat (https://t.me/+rG8LiYRYWl9hZjg0.) will remain as a chat for discussions between PT members. You can join the PT Info Channel here: https://t.me/joinchat/AAAAAFAZzeI4birVAcfBZg.
Remember also to join the CHEM Events -info channel, that information about open events held by Chemistry Guild, Forest Products Guild and The Guild of Materials and Metallurgy students: https://t.me/chemtapahtumat
3. PT’s LinkedIn group
Applications for summer jobs have begun so a quick reminder that PT has their own LinkedIn site and group! LinkedIn is a great way to get contacts and network with your student colleagues. Open summer jobs from our field will be informed about in the group as well!
Link to join the group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13559286/
Link to the PT LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/prosessiteekkarit-ry/
4. Board meetings in 2023
Next board meeting is on Thursday 7.9. at 8.00 at pHuone! You can check scheduled meetings in the association’s event calendar.
5. PT’s feedback form
Is there something bothering you and want to change it? Has something gone exceptionally well? You can send us anonymous feedback on PT’s website or using this link.
6. [IMPORTANT] Transfer of the membership register and payment of the membership fee
The membership fee of Prosessiteekkarit ry can no longer be paid at the same time with the enrolment for the academic year and the AYY membership fee. As a result, the membership register of Prosessiteekkarit ry was transferred to the Kide.app service the 2nd of August, 2023. The membership fee of Prosessiteekkarit ry can be paid via Kide.app. The membership fee for 2023 is 8 euros. The membership is valid for one year from the date of membership approval, which will be done at the next board meeting after joining.
To become a full member of Prosessiteekkarit ry, a person must also be a member of the Aalto University Student Union (AYY), and to ensure this, the Kide.app service will ask for a Haka login to verify student status. Please note that student status can only be verified for one Kide.app account, so please make sure you use the correct account of your choice before logging in. If you are not a member of AYY, you can become an external member of Prosessiteekkarit ry. External membership does not require a valid student status.
To become a member of the association, click here. Please, choose carefully the right type of membership.
As a reminder, the membership is valid until the end of the autumn semester 2023 for those who have paid their membership fee between 1.1.–31.5.2023. The membership is valid until the end of the spring semester 2024 for those who have paid their membership fee between 1.6.–31.7.2023. In both cases, the data will be transferred from the old membership register to the new one without any action being required from those concerned. If you do not want your data to be transferred to the new register, please contact the administrator of the register immediately by e-mail rahastonhoitaja@prosessiteekkarit.fi.
7. Lämmönsiirto XI 23.9.
We warmly welcome you to the 11th Annual Ball of Prosessiteekkarit on Saturday 23.9.2023. The cocktail event will be held in Otaniemi at an address to be specified later, starting at 13:30. At the cocktail event, guests can give their own greetings to the board of Prosessiteekkarit. A more detailed schedule for the order of greetings will be published closer to the celebration, depending on the number of greetings. This year, the dinner party will be celebrated at Ravintola Töölö at Runeberginkatu 14-16, 00100 Helsinki. The dinner party starts at 18:00 and bus shuttles leave from the cocktail party to Ravintola Töölö at 16:30 and 17:30. You can also arrive at the venue with your own rides. After the dinner party, bus transportation will be used to go to the after party together. The Lämmönsiirto herring breakfast will be celebrated on Sunday 24.9.2023 in Otaniemi at Otakaari 20 from 12:00 onwards. The dress code at the Annual Ball is white tie with academic honors.
. A ticket for the herring breakfast can be bought later for 12 €. Any questions or additional information can be asked at lammonsiirto@prosessiteekkarit.fi.
8. [NEW] Lämmönsiirto Annual Ball Excursion Wed 20.9.
The traditional excursion of Prosessiteekkarit ry 11th annual ball week is coming again!
This year we are heading to Harjavalta to visit Boliden Harjavalta smelters and factories! Boliden Harjavalta processes are based on hydro- and pyrometallurgical processing of recycled metals and concentrates. Production started in Harjavalta in 1936, and in 2004 the factories were merged into Boliden. The factories main products are copper, nickel, gold and silver. As a byproduct, the factories produces sulfuric acid, the production volume of which in 2022 was over 700 00 tons. Boliden Harjavalta factories, including the only nicle smelter in Western Europe, are an important part of the Harjavalta Industrial Park, where almost 20 different companies work in an area of more than 300 hectares!
The excursion begins on Wednesday 20.9. at 8.00 and we’ll return to Otaniemi late in the evening of the same day (before midnight) after rambunctious evening activities. Be sure to book the whole day for the trip! The excursion is free for members of PT and there will be room for the 36 fastest sign-ups! The registration for the trip opens on Wednesday 6.9. at 15.00 here and closes on Sunday 10.9. at 23.30!
TL;DR
WHAT? Excursion to Boliden Harjavalta
WHEN? Wednesday 20.9.2023
WHY? A truly wonderful excursion companied with a spectacular evening activity
DC? Smart casual and teekkari cap (if you have one)
HOW MUCH? Free!
9. [NEW] Association’s Code of Conduct
Along with the new academic year comes the association’s brand-new Code of Conduct! Everyone involved with the association is obliged to follow the code, so this message is worth reading carefully! What is it about? Code of Conduct (CoC) is the rulebook of the association. it also determines the actions that are taken in an event of non-compliance.
What does this mean? Everyone involved in the activities of the association has the right to be themselves, regardless of any mental or physical traits. The association does not tolerate harassment in any form. To promote equality further, the association will be recruiting harassment contact persons, starting in the autumn. What does this have to do with you? By taking part in the association’s activities, you agree to comply with the Code of Conduct. In events of non-compliance, the association has the right to impose disciplinary measures. If you experience harassment at our events, please contact a member of the association’s board or a Code of Conduct Responsible immediately.
You can find the full Code of Conduct here (in Finnish, translation coming soon). Questions regarding the Code of Conduct can be directed to the association’s Code of Conduct Responsibles.
Wishing you a great start for the academic year,
Code of Conduct Responsibles
@oonahanska @sarasiivola @prosessitikkari @Juhikka
10. [NEW] 3 + Cocktail Evening Fri 15.9.
Are you bored of diluted Rainbow tonic water and gin from a plastic cup? Maybe it’s time to throw the pickle selzers down the drain and refresh your palette with fancier experiences? Now is the time for all the above, because the senior responsibles are organising an atmospheric Cocktail Evening on 15.9! The event is organised at Otaranta Club Room at 18 o’clock for the 20 fastest members! For 12 euros you get the ingredients and directions to three drinks. You can also make the drinks non-alcoholic if you wish to do so! Registration starts tomorrow 5.9. at 12 o’clock on the registration machine and closes on 11.9. at 23.55.
What: 3+ Cocktail-evening
Where: Otaranta Club Room, Otaranta 8 B
When: Friday 15.9.
Cost: 12€ (includes three drinks)
DC: Black (so splashes from the cocktail shaker won’t be visible on your clothes)
11. [NEW] Murder Mystery Sitsit Tue 12.9.
Hello! PT IntCo wants to organize a fun get together, but things have gone horribly wrong… A valued member has been murdered! You see, it all started out with a sitsit, but got completely disrupted by the unexpected turn of events. Everything was put on hold and now we urgently need some courageous PTs to help solve the mystery and bring peace to campus! Join the mystery on Tuesday 12.9. at 18.00 to experience how the story ends. For good vibes, please come in cocktail attire.
Luckily the chef prepared the food beforehand, so you won’t be left hungry. And last but not least, sauna is included afterwards 😀 Sign up will start on Tuesday 5.9. at 14.00 on Ilmomasiina. We will send out a reminder again on that day via Info Channel on Telegram.
Tldr:
What? Murder Mystery
Where? Gorsu, JMT 5
When? Tue 12.9. at 18.00
What to wear? Cocktail + sauna
Cost? Free
Why? Because we cannot have a murderer roaming free on campus!
12. [NEW] 3+ Cocktail Evening Fri 15.9.
Are you bored of diluted Rainbow tonic water and gin from a plastic cup? Maybe it’s time to throw the pickle selzers down the drain and refresh your palette with fancier experiences? Now is the time for all the above, because the senior responsibles are organising an atmospheric Cocktail Evening on 15.9!
The event is organised at Otaranta Club Room at 18 o’clock for the 20 fastest members! For 12 euros you get the ingredients and directions to three drinks. You can also make the drinks non-alcoholic if you wish to do so! Registration starts tomorrow 5.9. at 12 o’clock on the registration machine and closes on 11.9. at 23.55.
What: 3+ Cocktail-evening
Where: Otaranta Club Room, Otaranta 8 B
When: Friday 15.9.
Cost: 12€ (includes three drinks)
DC: Black (so splashes from the cocktail shaker won’t be visible on your clothes)
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13. CHEM events Telegram channel
Keep on track what happens at CHEM – join the CHEM events Telegram channel: https://t.me/chemtapahtumat
14. Study feedback
Hi all!
We would like to remind you about the importance of study feedback! We can only react to issues concerning your studies if we are made aware of them.
If for example the assessment criteria change during the course or you have not received your exam results within four weeks, inform the Head of Study Affairs so that they can intervene.
For any Bachelor’s level related study feedback you can contact Leevi through:
- Email: opintovastaava@prosessiteekkarit.fi
- Telegram: @leeviha
- The anonymous feedback form
For any Master’s level related study feedback you can contact the Heads of Study Affairs of the guilds:
KK: @Akseli_Rautakorpi or feedback form
PJK: @joonaskovalainen069420 or feedback form
VK: @vuorinainen or feedback form
More information about student rights can be found here.
15. Master’s programmes’ portfolio renewal in the School of Chemical Engineering
The School of Chemical Engineering is undertaking a portfolio renewal of the Master’s programmes for the autumn 2024. Read the message from CHEM Vice Dean for Education Jouni Paltakari here, and more info about the renewal here.
16. Tournament of Kasper 29.9.
The Folk of Kasper are organizing the Tournament of Kasper, where teams will test their grit in materials, metallurgy and mining related tasks, where both wit and physical abilities are tested. In this good spirited competition no previous experience is required regarding the aforementioned fields, so you can participate with any kind of study background! Gather a team of three and come to compete on Friday 29.9. at Alvar square! You can also come and simply enjoy the atmosphere and support your favorite team to victory!
After the tournament we will naturally have an afterparty with sauna, food, and refreshments. Join us in the third annual Tournament of Kasper and be a part of creating Otaniemi’s history! Registration opened today 4.9. here.
More info on Instagram @kasperinkisat
WHAT: The Tournament of Kasper
WHERE: Alvar’s square
WHEN: 29.9.2023 from 15 onwards
WHAT DOES IT COST: 0 €
WHY: let’s find out who is the most vuorimies-spirited!
17. [NEW] Wood online courses 2023-2024
New online courses on wood this year:
Forests, Wood and Carbon
CHEM-C2470 / 5 cr
I-period, 4.9. – 15.10.2023
V-period, 22.4. – 7.6.2024
https://sisu.aalto.fi/student/courseunit/aalto-CU-1150933091-20220801/brochure
Learn about the role of forests in the carbon cycle and carbon storage potential + basic material properties of wood.
Wood Material Science
CHEM-E2225 / 5 cr
III-period, 8.1. – 16.2.2024
https://sisu.aalto.fi/student/courseunit/aalto-CU-1150933095-20220801/brochure
Learn about how the structure of wood affects its physical and mechanical properties.
Wood Products and Processes
CHEM-E2235 / 5 cr
IV-period, 26.2. – 14.4.2024
https://sisu.aalto.fi/student/courseunit/aalto-CU-1150933092-20220801/brochure
Learn about the production processes, properties and applications of wood products, such as sawn timber, plywood, cross-laminated timber and modified wood.
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18. Imago Questionnaire of Finnish Forest Products Engineer’s Association – win a gift card!
Finnish Forest Products Engineers’ Association is a network of about 2600 personal members and 50 corporate members, and is dedicated to the competence development, attractiveness and renewing of the forest industry.
The association wants to map out its brand image among the industry players and would like to receive answers especially from the students of the field, who are not members of the association.
It would be great if you could answer this brief, approximately 10-minute survey. By answering, you will join other respondents in a lottery with the chance to win one of three €100 gift cards, valid at all S-Group stores. You have time to give your answer by September 6th, 2023. We sincerely appreciate your time and wish you a splendid continuation of the month of August!
Kind regards
Finnish Forest Products Engineers’ Association (PI) team
19. BioFinland Pitching Competition
Finnish Bioindustries FIB organizes as part of the European biotech week a pitching competition for students in Finnish universities and universities of applied science.
You can come up with an idea, form a team and get pitching experience. The aim of the competition is to strengthen students’ interest towards biobusiness and entrepreneurship and the award of the competition is 1000 €.
You can read more from our webpage or join as audience!
20. Product Development Project Course
PDP Course 2023-2024: A transformative experience awaits!
– Unique Opportunity: Access to a budget of €10,000 to create innovative solutions to real world problems. Dive deep into interdisciplinary teamwork and grow in your abilities.
– Collaboration: Develop strong bonds with teammates from diverse backgrounds. Together, you’ll navigate challenges, celebrate successes, and grow both personally and professionally.
– Design Factory Resources: Gain unparalleled access to cutting-edge tools, labs, and spaces. Benefit from the wisdom of industry professionals, expert advisors, and a dedicated teaching team. This ecosystem accelerates learning and fosters innovation.
– Bridge to Industry: The course doesn’t just teach; it connects. Form meaningful relationships with industry experts, turning classroom knowledge into real-world impact.
– Final Gala Highlight: The journey culminates in a grand event, but it’s not the end. It’s a gateway to a brighter, innovative future.
– Special Edition: This year is unique. It’s the last PDP taught by the legendary Kalevi “Eetu” Ekman, who’s shaped it for 27 years.
– Join Us: First lecture on 6th Sept at 16:15, Design Factory stage.
More Info: www.pdp.fi
Register Now: https://sisu.aalto.fi/student/courseunit/otm-eec371ec-114f-44a3-8b70-2cbfc87418c8/brochure
21. Koff Otaniemi Bullseye Masters 5.9.
Otaniemi Darts contest in Smökki on 5.9.2023 beginning at 16:00! The tournament is meant for everybody, regardless of skill level. Take part in competition, reserve your seat in the audience or book the elusive Koff Experience VIP-package!
This is where Champions are made.
22. National students volleyball championships 23.-24.9.
National students volleyball championships are here again and now we will play the women’s and men’s competitive series!
The Student Sports Federation (OLL) and the Tampereen Teekkareiden Lentopallokerho (TTLK) will organise the volleyball FSE Championships men’s and women’s divisions *at the University of Tampere campus in Hervanta,
Tamppi Arena 23.-24.9.2023.
The games will be played in two divisions: men’s and women’s. Registration is open until 10.9.2023. There are 8 team places in the men’s and women’s competition series. There will be 2 sets in each game, except in the finals, where there will be a best-of-three format.
The entry fee for each series is 100€/team, which includes 15€ OLL handling fees. At least 75% of the team participating in the OSM tournament must be OLL members or else the team entry fee will be increased by 50%.
Venue is fully accessible.
Contact information:
FSE Competition Officer (rules, quotas, venues, etc. practical matters)
Laura Ala-Hakuni laura.ala-hakuni@tuni.fi 0503058121
You can follow the information about the championships on TTLK’s Instagram
As well as on the website
23. Aalto Afterparty 5.9.
Do you dare to enter this circus? 🎪
Aalto Afterparty is once again providing a thrilling start to the academic year, when Dipoli will be taken over by an apocalyptic carnival atmosphere. The skillful musical performers on two stages will be lifting the party mood so that even the (un)dead will find their way to the dance floor… 🧟♂️🪩 🔥
The festive atmosphere of the end of the world is accompanied by our wonderful artists:
Robin Packalen at 00
SHRTY at 23-23:45
Akystic at 21:30-22:30
Aalto DJ at 20-21:30
Styrkka Myygalo B2B Myrkka Styygalo at 21:30-00 (Doomsday Disco stage)
In addition to the musical experiences, you will get to enjoy a beer pong tournament, karaoke, and the 360 Photo Booth, among other activities. The Festival Committee is also organizing a costume competition during the event – take a picture at the photo wall, post it to your public Instagram story and tag @ayy_aava, and you’re in the competition! 🦹 Find your best theme costume for a chance to win amazing prizes!
✨ Head to Dipoli on Tuesday 5.9. to party like the world is ending! 💥
WHAT? Aalto Afterparty, the official afterparty for Aalto Party!
WHERE? Dipoli, Otakaari 24
WHEN? Tuesday 5.9.2023 starting at 8 PM
TICKETS? 29.8. 6 PM fuksis / 31.8. 6 PM public ticket sales on Kide.app
PRICE? 16€ DRESS CODE? Casual or overalls, remember the costume competition!
BRACELET CHANGE?
Monday 4.9 at 5-8pm: Otakaari 1, Kandidaattikeskus, Y-aula
Tuesday 5.9 at 3-7pm: Aalto Party, Otakaari 11
Tuesday 5.9 from 8pm to 1am: Otakaari 24, Dipoli’s cone door
The age limit is 18.
24. Join Dominante
Are you interested in singing in a choir? Aalto University’s mixed choir Dominante is looking for new singers. You are warmly welcome to our open rehearsal on 4.9. and auditions on 5.9. & 6.9.
You can find more information on our website https://www.dominante.fi/hakijalle/ and instagram @dominantechoir
25. [NEW] Lakinlaskijaiset Sat 30.9.
What better way to end the teekkari cap season than the traditional Lakinlaskijaiset on September 30th! You are of course welcome to come to the depths of Dipoli and enjoy top artists even if you don’t own a teekkari cap. For more information subscribe to the info channel @lakinlaskijaiset
26. [NEW] The village cleanup and yard sale Sat 9.9.
The village cleanup is coming again! Bring your friends and come to clean up Otaniemi for the common good! There will be snacks and refreshments for the cleaners and also a nice refreshing afterparty at Rantasauna. By participating in the village cleanup, you can collect cleaning hours for yourself and to your association or guild and earn cool prizes.
During the village cleanup, there will be yard sale where you can buy or sell used stuff. Great opportunity to recycle some annual ball clothing, for example! Yard sale will be organized in an area between JMT1 and 3. There will be tables only for the fastest ones, so be there yearly. You can also bring your own blanket and use it as a base.
WHAT? Village cleanup and yard sale
WHERE? Start in front of Smökki, Yardsale between JMT 1 and 3
WHEN? Saturday 9.9. at 12-6 pm, afterparty 6 pm →
27. [NEW] Polin appro Wed 15.11.
The legendary Polin appro will once again take over Helsinki’s city centre on 15.11. So put your overalls on and head for a tour of the eastern port city. All students, student-minded people and other appro enthusiasts are more than welcome. The bar crawl will culminate in the Apollo Night Club , where you’ll be entertained by some amazing artists . If you’re already an impatient appro-enthusiast and November still feels far away, you can warm up for Polin appro with Dipolin appro on Wednesday 25.10. in the safe and familiar environment of Otaniemi .
Joint tickets for Dipolin and Polin appro will go on sale during October, more information coming soon! If the first ticket sale doesn’t work out yet, don’t worry, as Polin appro will also have its own ticket sale later in the autumn. Please follow @polinappro on tg for more detailed ticket sale schedules.
All the necessary information about both Dipoli and Polin appro will be published on this channel and in addition, you can follow us on Instagram @teekkarijaosto
28. [NEW] Otacruise 26.-28.11.
Feeling stuck in Otaniemi? Longing for a change of scenery and some fresh air? Well we have the answer, Otacruise 2023 Once again, Oracruise gathers 2500 Aalto students for a cruise to Stockholm and back on 26-28 of November 2023 ! More info coming shortly on Telegram and Instagram @otacruise! So stay tuned
TLDR;
What: Otacruise 2023
Where: Helsinki-Stockholm-Helsinki
When: 26-28 November 2023
Who: All Aalto Students Info: @otacruise
29. [NEW] The 151st Teekkari tradition week and traditon ball, save the date!
Phew, it’s already autumn! If all traditions are correct, it can only mean one thing! The 151st Teekkari tradition ball is celebrated on Sat 18.11 and the Teekkari tradition week takes place 13.-19.11.
30. [NEW] Taekwon-Do Trainings start 17.9.!
Have you always wanted to learn flashy kicks, punches and blocks? Do you want to improve your balance, flexibility and mobility of body? Are you in need of self-defence skills?
University of Helsinki Taekwon-do Club provides a beginners’ course for all adults (over 18 years). The beginners’ course starts September 17th. Training sessions will be given in Porthania gym (Yliopistonkatu 3) on Sundays at 11:00-12:30. The course costs 60.00 €, 50€ if you participate with a friend. Fee includes training, membership and belt exam fees, and ITF Federation license fee. Until the beginning of October you can attend beginners’ course for free.
Languages: Finnish and English
When: Sundays at 11:00-12:30, Starts on 17.9.2023
Where: Porthania, Yliopistonkatu 3, Helsinki
Please, register for the beginners’ course via the form https://hytkd.myclub.fi/flow/events/6075667
Our Instagram: @hytaekwondo
See you in trainings!
31. Regards from Spokesperson-secretary
Happy Monday! The courses started with a bang, hopefully you’ve all recovered from the orientation week! This week’s cliché: “Fuel your dreams with a sip of determination and a shot of caffeine as you embark on the exciting journey of an upcoming school year. “
Anna Savola
Spokesperson-secretary 2023 | Prosessiteekkarit ry
+358400876287 | tiedottajasihteeri@prosessiteekkarit.fi
School of Chemical Engineering | Aalto University
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