Science is Broken (But Not Beyond Repair...)

Non-Fungible Thoughts

Over the past few months, I've embarked on a journey into the world of Decentralized Science, and it's safe to say, this exploration has completely captivated me. If you've had a conversation with me recently, you've likely noticed my newfound fascination.

For those of you who share a passion for technology and science, I cannot recommend diving into this field enough.

Here are three things I learnt:

?? Traditional science is broken

It's becoming increasingly clear that the traditional science landscape is fraught with fundamental flaws, primarily due to an incentive structure that often misaligns with patient needs.

?? Community is the most underestimated resource in healthcare

The strength of community, especially within patient groups, is profoundly impactful in healthcare. DeSci harnesses this power spectacularly, proving that when there's a need, there's indeed a way.

?? Transparency works

DAOs within the DeSci ecosystem are living proof that transparency is essential, particularly when it comes to innovations that could save lives. This openness ensures that advancements are not only visible but also accessible to all, setting a standard that many in the healthcare sector would do well to follow.

Under the Microscope

Molecule AG stands at the forefront of a remarkable innovation within the DeSci space: using NFTs to manage and trade intellectual property.

Here are 3 things you should know about Molecule:

?? Molecule positions itself as an incentive engineering company, aiming to create new incentives for people to come together and fund early-stage research.

?? Molecule tackles the "Valley of Death" —the critical phase between preliminary biomedical research and commercialization where many innovations fail due to lack of adequate funding.

?? Molecule uses NFTs to digitize and manage IP, including the capabilities to fractionalize ownership, sublicense, and vote on how IP is utilized.

Web3 Deciphered

IP-NFTs: An IP-NFT is a unique digital asset that proves your ownership and rights over a specific intellectual property.        

This can be anything from a medical patent to a piece of digital art or even a proprietary technology. The IP-NFT allows the owner to control how the intellectual property is used, who can use it, and under what conditions. It also simplifies the processes of licensing or selling the IP, as all transactions are recorded transparently on the blockchain, ensuring security and ease of transferability.

Unchained Events

Only a few hours left before Into the Metahealth takes central stage at BananaConf (ex-NFT Tallinn) in Tallin, Estonia to talk about Science, Health and Web3 ??

?? BananaConf Keynote : "DeSci will Save the Traditional Science, and Here's Why You Should Care".

?? BananaConf Panel Discussion: "The Role of DeSci and DAOs in Solving Humanity's Biggest Problems"

???????? Opening Remarks: Marguerite de Rodellec & Patrik Hollos inaugurate DeSci Nordics on April 25th.

?? Fireside Chat on Decentralized Clinical Trials with Filippo Frangioni ( 诺和诺德 and Nordic Blockchain Association ).

Register here: https://lu.ma/descinordics

Vital Stats

$30M+ funds raised by the DeSci ecosystem to support research.         

Podcast Prescription

In an exclusive series of 4 interviews, meet the pioneers shaping the future of science:

• Eleanor Davies dives into the journey of VitaDAO , revealing how it became the pioneering organization to raise millions for cutting-edge longevity research.
• Morgan Richards discusses the power of global community collaboration in ValleyDAO , aimed at tackling the world’s most pressing climate challenges.
• Veronica Kirin critiques traditional science's shortcomings in addressing women's health and explores how DeSci offers a promising solution.
• Tyler Golato unveils how Molecule AG leverages technology to revolutionize modern science, aligning research with patient needs and expectations.

?? Listen Now:?https://lnkd.in/ecNVaT6w

?? Watch on YouTube:?https://www.youtube.com/@IntoTheMetahealth

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Before We Wrap Up...

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?? From our previous edition:

Big shoutout to Morgan Richards from ValleyDAO . Morgan deserves a massive spotlight for his incredible efforts in spearheading the battle against climate change. ????

See you soon!

Anca