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 ## targeting KNL
 
-### build modparser without KNL environment
+#### build modparser without KNL environment
 
 The source to source compiler "modparser" that generates the C++/CUDA kernels for the ion channels and synapses is in a separate repository.
 By default it will be built with the same compiler and flags that are used to build the miniapp and tests.