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 # TheFoundationOfHittingMyTargetForDec2026_IsMeetingOnZoomWithMyBrosThesisAdvisorTwiceAMonth
 
-# i have to suck it up and do this -- he can help me outta this and get a patent
+# i have to suck it up and do this -- he can help me outta this and get a patent (started) & preprint
 
 # does he know about counterfactuals etc i dunno