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Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (Parentheticals) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2020 USD ($)
Stock issuance costs | $ (0)
Common Stock, 2020 [Member] |
Stock issuance costs | $ 6,200

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