{"signature": "0x3d84d9c698f57271a202b7e7cfaf346d746b6212fb72141d8a0fb7a215eb5b60317abe44ea9aa55f8ef18dea683ba764616b23f376891a5ec841a157c5ad61c31b", "application": {"round": "0xeec3725cd5e58a86437743a520c09e832b112f8a", "answers": [{"type": "email", "hidden": true, "question": "Email Address", "questionId": 0, "encryptedAnswer": {"ciphertext": "AQQ2LKzVKqUxNkNOqR3uBx0p5pCQ/DYnMLbOyeNroGUW2VCq2b4pY5lrZmAf2h5H", "encryptedSymmetricKey": "fbaf624d49e521e606eb32762b32616a4c3ab3d20b1ca05494cf613064183d4c44e9fc3f6b78181e361cae17e21187024c920d54ab8eb3eb045e8dec4e21f94f5312f1a850a10ca6b6dbff499be78ff0300f88f4ab6400d49ce942ff108e85813cf5a2d6496d589db88689fd8f12096688d3b58689528ee0597519e3dfd167270000000000000020fdf00cb14b4487ad8eb9968dc4ce535f4b2aeae9e6c868997fd90214ee8a8a0e4b180abbe5a175dc2da4b34a9fb58e8c"}}, {"type": "link", "answer": "https://t.me/Fundesci", "hidden": false, "question": "Link to your Public Group Chat (e.g. Discord or Telegram)", "questionId": 1}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "We recently participated to the GG21 DeSci Round, the final decision of grant distribution is not announced yet.  Our milestone is :Technical Development: Enhancing the platform's security, scalability, and user experience for a smooth integration with EVM-based Blockchains. we could support four leading blockchains, including 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐲𝐠𝐨𝐧, 𝐀𝐫𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐦, 𝐁𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐎𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐦.", "hidden": false, "question": "If you've participated in past grant rounds, please share any new updates or milestones from the prior months (N/A if you are yet to participate).", "questionId": 2}, {"type": "short-answer", "hidden": true, "question": "Telegram Handle We Can Use To Contact You (you can answer N/A)", "questionId": 3, "encryptedAnswer": {"ciphertext": "TVl9UWPCjSNFiGwXR1wmaJjcHobHFHHooQc97BmEtdo=", "encryptedSymmetricKey": "3981cfae58bb3947b4d3eb11554c749e686d98ceb59edc17abf12c1891ef603f978528255234f4546734055b48d1410807bc6e600229e563ee5a3d523b25319f010613cc19fa963445d5101a68b614b404992785748b9b5ff953526fda9a3c99e5c10c1595edabd2092e2a18c2be2fc826f0c3048c388cc0389cd538e19f40b80000000000000020839bae16d6689f9d18fc3db91b5df9f7bb93e3846a0f7b94995acb2b650193f88d3c4e42a036fde9383db9039668838a"}}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": " GG21 DeSci Round (https://explorer.gitcoin.co/#/round/42161/387/19)\n", "hidden": false, "question": "Have you participated in any Octant epoch (Epoch 0 through Epoch 4) OR a previous Gitcoin Grants round? Please provide details and evidence of your participation.", "questionId": 4}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "https://gap.karmahq.xyz/project/fundesci-nft-fundraising-platform-for-desci", "hidden": false, "question": "Do you have a Karma GAP set up? If yes, please provide proof. If not, can you set one up before applying?", "questionId": 5}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "FunDeSci aligns with Octant’s mission to advance decentralized solutions by contributing to the growing public goods and decentralized science (DeSci) ecosystem. \n\nFunDeSci is an ecosystem for scientific crowdfunding, publishing, and knowledge gateway. It leverages blockchain and NFTs to create a transparent, accessible, and efficient platform that connects researchers, investors, and organizations. FunDeSci introduces a Science value chain where participants can engage in crowdfunding events, buy/sell NFTs representing funded public goods outputs, and subscribe to content from preferred scientists.\n\nPartnership and Network Expansion: Establishing key partnerships with the Octant ecosystem in the public goods projects to foster collaboration and innovation.", "hidden": false, "question": "Please describe how your project contributes to the growth and development of the Octant ecosystem.", "questionId": 6}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Partnership and Network Expansion: Establishing key partnerships with the Octant ecosystem in the public goods projects to foster collaboration and innovation.\n\nTechnical Development:  Enhancing the platform's security, scalability, and user experience for a smooth integration with Octant Ecosystem.\n\nMarketing and Outreach: Increasing visibility and branding efforts within the blockchain and scientific communities.", "hidden": false, "question": "How does your project align with the round's focus on community and education within the Octant ecosystem?", "questionId": 7}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):\n\n•\tUser Acquisition: Target 1,000 active users, including researchers, investors, and institutions, within the first six months of launch.\n\n•\tFunding Success Rate: Achieve a 70% success rate in funding proposals listed on the platform within the first year.\n\n•\tPartnerships: Establish partnerships with at least 10 universities, research institutions, and blockchain entities by Q4 2024.\n\n•\tCommunity Growth: Build a community of 5,000+ followers across all social media platforms by the end of 2024.\n", "hidden": false, "question": "Provide a clear roadmap of your project, detailing future milestones and deliverables. How does this demonstrate your commitment to long-term impact and growth within the Octant ecosystem?", "questionId": 8}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "I am Seyed Mojtaba Hosseini Bamakan an Associate Professor at the Department of Management and Data Science and a visiting professor at the Center for High-Performance Computing, SIAT, Shenzhen, China; I have dedicated a significant part of my academic career to advancing the field of Blockchain technology. My research in this domain spans across various facets, including the integration of Blockchain with Web 3.0 technologies, the development of decentralized infrastructures, and the application of these technologies in various industries. My research has garnered significant attention, resulting in an H-Index of 23 and over 2600 citations, underscoring the influence of my work in the global academic community.\n\nIn addition to my academic endeavors, I am also a co-founder of FunDeSci, a pioneering platform designed to revolutionize scientific funding through the innovative use of Blockchain technology and NFTs.\n\nLink to my Google Scholar Profile: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=YqXUN0AAAAAJ&hl=en&oi=ao\n\n\nMohammad Soluki is a highly motivated and skilled masters of IT management student at Canadian university of Dubai, with a combination of technical expertise, leadership experience, and a passion for interdisciplinary research. Keen eye for innovation and a drive to bridge the gap between technology and academia. \nhttps://linkedIn.com/in/mohamadsolouki\n\n\nAmirhossein Azarpour, a software engineer with professional experience of more than five years - he got acquainted with blockchain and bitcoin in the middle of 2018. I am very interested in learning and creating innovative protocols and in this field, he created several start-ups at the international level\nhe is  interested in research in the field of protocols and improving their current structure, and for this purpose, really interested in open source contribution, and I had several successful contributions in the Ethereum protocol, and also I have been working in the field of zero-knowledge proofs recently and in this field in the protocol. He contributed Ethereum in EIP-7503. In the field of software, we created new and innovative products, including the first private proof of reserve in the world which is combination of ZKP and innovative approaches for private proof of solvency\nhttps://github.com/WilliamHawkingStephen\n\n\n\n\nSajad Salehi is a Blockchain Engineer with over three years of experience working as a senior developer at various startups. I’ve worked on a variety of projects, including decentralized applications, smart contracts, and blockchain-based solutions across different industries.\n\nThroughout his career, he gained a strong background in blockchain technologies, specializing in tools like Solidity, Python, and Rust to build secure and scalable applications. he has been contributing to the success of multiple blockchain products.\n\nGithub: https://github.com/Sajad-Salehi\n", "hidden": false, "question": "Describe your team's expertise and how it contributes to the successful execution of your project.", "questionId": 9}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "## Mutual Benefits for Sponsors\n•\t**Visibility and Branding**: Gain visibility and strengthen your brand within the blockchain and scientific research communities by associating with a pioneering initiative.\n\n•\t**Innovation and Talent Development**: Support groundbreaking research that can drive innovation in the DAO and DeSci fields, potentially leading to new advancements and applications.\n\n•\t**Network Expansion**: Connect with other leading organizations and stakeholders in the blockchain and DeSci ecosystems, fostering valuable partnerships and collaborations.\n\n•\t**Corporate Social Responsibility**: Demonstrate your commitment to advancing science and technology in a decentralized, inclusive, and transparent manner.\n\n## Benefits for the Octant and DeSci Communities:\n\n•\t**Advancement of Knowledge**: Promote the development of new theories, frameworks, and applications in the Octant ecosystem and DeSci spaces through academic research.\n\n•\t**Empowerment of Researchers**: Provide critical funding and support to early-career researchers, enabling them to pursue innovative and impactful projects.\n\n•\t**Sustainable Growth**: Invest in the next generation of researchers and thought leaders to support sustainable growth and innovation in the blockchain and scientific research sectors.", "hidden": false, "question": "How does your project complement or enhance existing initiatives within the Octant ecosystem rather than competing directly against them?", "questionId": 10}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "•\t**Increased Collaboration**: Foster a more collaborative and connected research environment, facilitating the exchange of ideas and resources within the community.", "hidden": false, "question": "Describe your approach to community engagement and how you plan to contribute to a collaborative and constructive funding environment.", "questionId": 11}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "We are based in Iran, and this grant helps us to grow and access funds that are difficult in other VCs, incubators, and other ways. \n\nExpanding Features: The roadmap mentions several upcoming features like DAO governance, a reputation system, and research liquidity pools. Funding could be used to accelerate the development of these features.\n\nCommunity Building: Funds could be allocated to building and nurturing the scientific community on the platform through events, workshops, and incentive programs.\n\n\nPlatform Development: FunDeSci could use funding to further develop their blockchain-based platform for scientific crowdfunding, publishing, and knowledge sharing. ", "hidden": false, "question": "How do you plan to use the funding to maximize your project's ongoing impact within the Octant ecosystem if selected?", "questionId": 12}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "We have a public telegram channel and also a LinkedIn page  that will be used for publishing educational content ", "hidden": false, "question": "What unique educational content or resources have you created for the Octant ecosystem? How has the community received these? Please share any relevant links", "questionId": 13}], "project": {"id": "0x3dcc80c8af8a405cf442f081541e44fbee1cb683bc15138f761ee36455b60c6e", "title": "FunDeSci (Multi-Chain Crowdfunding Platform)", "logoImg": "bafkreigfplh3dv2b5eurpsafivogkzob7gfi4gnrv4o6sb4mq5xylxdn3q", "metaPtr": {"pointer": "bafkreigvbv3t6rn5eprhupyk55jvgf5te2cs64inwi5jaimvzqdwko4t7q", "protocol": "undefined"}, "website": "https://app.fundesci.com", "bannerImg": "bafkreihlcwtdhzkukkqqifrovds52tdemzeblseu7dcpv6ptiycbdaun4i", "createdAt": 1726036874441, "credentials": {"twitter": {"type": ["VerifiableCredential"], "proof": {"jws": "eyJhbGciOiJFZERTQSIsImNyaXQiOlsiYjY0Il0sImI2NCI6ZmFsc2V9..YlSBPw6M8lTrQW8KnZm0xIN1X5rRTNEBgD2-2D9Cq0ApyRBwv0F_pMYzPfPC8AhZnK52rws0gwXvrNPolzz2Dg", "type": "Ed25519Signature2018", "created": "2024-09-11T06:37:08.722Z", "proofPurpose": "assertionMethod", "verificationMethod": "did:key:z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC#z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC"}, "issuer": "did:key:z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC", "@context": ["https://www.w3.org/2018/credentials/v1"], "issuanceDate": "2024-09-11T06:37:08.721Z", "expirationDate": "2024-12-10T06:37:08.721Z", "credentialSubject": {"id": "did:pkh:eip155:1:0x7892e0143dD30e8594E0be83367Da43A1D7DB22A", "hash": "v0.0.0:AmPn2piljw0KMlVp1aatL8b8ixiKxvRoxaQRpnAbyVU=", "@context": [{"hash": "https://schema.org/Text", "provider": "https://schema.org/Text"}], "provider": "ClearTextTwitter#Fundesci"}}}, "description": "\n# About FunDeSci\n\n**FunDeSci is an ecosystem for scientific crowdfunding, publishing, and knowledge gateway. It leverages blockchain and NFTs to create a transparent, accessible, and efficient platform that connects researchers, investors, and organizations. FunDeSci introduces a Science value chain where participants can engage in crowdfunding events, buy/sell NFTs representing funded public goods outputs, and subscribe to content from preferred scientists**.\n\n\n# Our Mission\n\nWe aim to create a decentralized NFT-fundraising marketplace that empowers early-career researchers to secure funding for their innovative scientific projects. By leveraging the power of blockchain technology, we strive to remove the traditional funding barriers that prevent many promising ideas from receiving the support they need. Our platform will not only provide financial assistance but also foster collaboration and the exchange of knowledge among researchers, ultimately advancing the progress of science and benefiting society as a whole.\n\n\n## Objectives of FunDeSci\n\n**Decentralize Research Funding**: Enable researchers, especially early-career scientists, to secure funding through innovative blockchain and NFT solutions.\n**Tokenize Scientific Assets**: Create a marketplace where research outputs such as datasets, technical reports, patents, and algorithms can be traded as NFTs.\n**Promote Collaboration**: Foster an environment of continuous knowledge sharing and innovation within the scientific community.\n\nFor more details, watch this [FunDeSci Introduction] (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9QM8jkbnVA)\nVideo Tutorial: How To Fund a Project on FunDeSci (https://youtu.be/ovzrVs4i7qY?si=nQapn7cp9JytjtSJ)\n\n\n\n## Project Overview:\n**Development and Improvement Focus**:\n-\t**NFT-Fundraising Mechanism:**\n 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.\n\n-\t**Science NFT Marketplace:**\n 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.\n\n-\t**Blockchain Integration:**\n Currently, FunDeSci supports four leading blockchain networks—Polygon, Arbitrum, Binance, and Optimism—and we plan to integrate other EVM-based blockchains into our platform to leverage its high-speed, scalable, and cost-effective blockchain solutions.\n\n\n**Why FunDeSci is Worth Funding**:\n-\t**Decentralization and Transparency:** By decentralizing the funding process, FunDeSci provides greater transparency and equity in scientific research funding.\n-\t**Empowering Researchers:** Our platform particularly supports early-career researchers who often face challenges in securing funding through traditional channels.\n-\t**Market Innovation:** By tokenizing scientific assets, FunDeSci introduces a new marketplace where the scientific community can collaborate, share knowledge, and innovate.\n-\t**Enhancing the DeSci Ecosystem:** FunDeSci aligns with Octant’s mission to advance decentralized solutions by contributing to the growing public goods and decentralized science (DeSci) ecosystem.\n\n\n\n\n\n# Why Support FunDeSci?\n\n- **Addressing a Critical Need:** We directly tackle the challenge of limited scientific funding, unlocking groundbreaking research with significant societal impact.\n\n-  **Innovative and Disruptive:** Our NFT-based approach is revolutionizing the research funding landscape, offering unique value propositions for researchers, supporters, and the platform.\n\n-  **Strong Team:** We have a passionate and experienced team with proven expertise in blockchain, finance, and scientific research.\n\n- **Early-Mover Advantage:** Being at the forefront of this emerging space positions us for significant growth and market leadership.\n\n\n# Funding Request:\nTo achieve our development milestones and ensure successful platform deployment on the Octant Ecosystem we request a grant of 2> ETH. This funding will primarily be allocated towards:\n\n•\t**Technical Development:** Enhancing the platform's security, scalability, and user experience for a smooth integration with Octant Ecosystem.\n•\t**Marketing and Outreach:** Increasing visibility and branding efforts within the blockchain and scientific communities.\n•\t**Partnership and Network** Expansion: Establishing key partnerships with stakeholders in the public goods projects to foster collaboration and innovation.\n\n\n\n## Benefits for the Octant and DeSci Communities:\n\n•\t**Advancement of Knowledge**: Promote the development of new theories, frameworks, and applications in the public goods and DeSci spaces through academic research.\n\n•\t**Empowerment of Researchers**: Provide critical funding and support to early-career researchers, enabling them to pursue innovative and impactful projects.\n\n•\t**Increased Collaboration**: Foster a more collaborative and connected research environment, facilitating the exchange of ideas and resources within the community.\n\n•\t**Sustainable Growth**: Support sustainable growth and innovation in the blockchain and scientific research sectors by investing in the next generation of researchers and thought leaders.\n\n\n🌐 www.FunDeSci.com\n🌐 app.fundesci.com\n\nOur social media channels:\nhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/fundesci/\nhttps://twitter.com/Fundesci\nhttps://t.me/Fundesci\n\nDocumentation and user guide: https://fundesci.gitbook.io/docs\n", "lastUpdated": 0, "projectTwitter": "Fundesci"}, "recipient": "0x7892e0143dD30e8594E0be83367Da43A1D7DB22A"}}