Dear Fantom Foundation Team,
I hope this email finds you well. My name is S. M. Hosseini Bamakan, an Associate Professor at the Department of Management and Data Science in Iran and a visiting professor at the Center for High-Performance Computing, SIAT, Shenzhen, China. I am also the co-founder of FunDeSci, an innovative platform dedicated to transforming scientific funding using blockchain technology and NFTs.
About FunDeSci:
FunDeSci is a decentralized ecosystem designed for scientific crowdfunding, publishing, and knowledge exchange. By leveraging the power of blockchain and NFTs, FunDeSci provides a transparent, accessible, and efficient platform that connects researchers, investors, and organizations. Our mission is to decentralize research funding, tokenize scientific assets, and promote collaboration within the scientific community.
Project Overview:
Development and Improvement Focus:
- NFT-Fundraising Mechanism: We are developing a decentralized marketplace where researchers can present their proposals as NFTs, attracting grants from individuals, institutions, and companies. This innovative approach bypasses traditional barriers, democratizes access to funding, and accelerates the support for groundbreaking scientific projects.
- Science NFT Marketplace: The platform will enable participants to fund and exchange valuable research assets (datasets, technical reports, patents, algorithms) as NFTs, creating a space where the outputs of funded projects become tangible and tradable assets.
- Blockchain Integration: Currently, FunDeSci supports four leading blockchain networks—Polygon, Arbitrum, Binance, and Optimism—and we plan to integrate Fantom into our platform to leverage its high-speed, scalable, and cost-effective blockchain solutions.
Why FunDeSci is Worth Funding:
- Decentralization and Transparency: By decentralizing the funding process, FunDeSci provides greater transparency and equity in scientific research funding.
- Empowering Researchers: Our platform particularly supports early-career researchers who often face challenges in securing funding through traditional channels.
- Market Innovation: By tokenizing scientific assets, FunDeSci introduces a new marketplace where the scientific community can collaborate, share knowledge, and innovate.
- Enhancing the DeSci Ecosystem: FunDeSci aligns with Fantom’s mission to advance decentralized solutions by contributing to the growing decentralized science (DeSci) ecosystem.
Timelines and Milestones:
- Q3 2024: Integration of Fantom blockchain into FunDeSci platform; launch of NFT-fundraising marketplace; initiate beta testing with selected researchers and institutions.
- Q4 2024: Launch of Science NFT Marketplace on the Fantom network; begin onboarding researchers, institutions, and investors; commence marketing campaigns and community engagement.
- Q1 2025: Platform optimization based on user feedback; implementation of advanced security features; expansion of partnerships with academic and research institutions.
- Q2 2025: Full-scale platform launch; scale-up user base; conduct comprehensive performance reviews and refine platform features based on analytics.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
- User Acquisition: Target 1,000 active users, including researchers, investors, and institutions, within the first six months of launch.
- Funding Success Rate: Achieve a 70% success rate in funding proposals listed on the platform within the first year.
- Partnerships: Establish partnerships with at least 10 universities, research institutions, and blockchain entities by Q4 2024.
- Community Growth: Build a community of 5,000+ followers across all social media platforms by the end of 2024.
Team Wallet Addresses:
- FunDeSci Main Wallet: 0x7892e0143dD30e8594E0be83367Da43A1D7DB22A
Funding Request:
To achieve our development milestones and ensure successful platform deployment on the Fantom network, we request a grant of 75,000 FTM. This funding will primarily be allocated towards:
- Technical Development: Enhancing the platform’s security, scalability, and user experience for a smooth integration with Fantom.
- Marketing and Outreach: Increasing visibility and branding efforts within the blockchain and scientific communities.
- Partnership and Network Expansion: Establishing key partnerships with stakeholders in the DeSci ecosystem to foster collaboration and innovation.
Opportunities for Collaboration:
We are enthusiastic about the possibility of working closely with the Fantom Foundation to advance decentralized science funding. We are open to further cooperation and joint programs that align with our mutual goals of promoting innovation and fostering collaboration in the scientific community.
For more details about our project, please watch our introduction video: Introduction Video Link. You can also review our Pitch Deck for detailed information at the following link: Pitch Deck Link.
We would be delighted to discuss this potential collaboration further and explore ways in which we can work together to drive meaningful advancements in scientific research.
Thank you for considering our request. We look forward to the possibility of partnering with the Fantom Foundation to democratize science funding and foster innovation.
Best regards,
Seyed Mojtaba Hosseini Bamakan, PhD
Co-founder of FunDeSci
Associate Professor, Department of Management and Data Science, Yazd University, Iran
Shenzhen Institutes of Advanced Technology (SIAT), China
Email: smhosseini@fundesci.com; smhosseini@yazd.ac.ir
Website: www.fundesci.com
Social Media:
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/fundesci
Twitter: twitter.com/Fundesci
Telegram: Telegram: Contact @Fundesci