Year-end greetings!

Dear All,

The year-end is approaching and we would like to wish you all a very happy transition to the coming year. Meanwhile, we would also like to inform you that we’re taking some time off from MC for some academic work and some fun!

Happy New Year in advance!

Team MC

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