{"signature": "0x3f285ba7ea24e9cfde62a0d5218f248316dbb3bb455d146f87efc1936c8e24e51d878a22474c018b9ef24478b576b85a4a6d84f796193f4c1906ef371357d3b71b", "application": {"round": "0xc1cffd1845deee83ab44cae123738a854593bcd2", "answers": [{"type": "checkbox", "answer": ["Developer Tooling", "dApps & Apps"], "hidden": false, "question": "How does your project contribute to the advancement of the Arbitrum ecosystem?", "questionId": 0}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "#Previous work and plans related to the Arbitrum ecosystem\n\nWe are building *The DeSci Journals*, a decentralized scientific publishing platform.\n\n*The DeSci Journals* is currently in version 2, and we are excited about the possibilities that lie ahead as we integrate more advanced blockchain technologies for the forthcoming versions. We plan to leverage **Arbitrum** as our blockchain of choice for the upcoming versions. This decision is driven by Arbitrum's robust scalability, security, developer-friendly environment and continuing developments such as Orbit and Stylus, which align perfectly with our vision for a decentralized scientific publishing platform and user-centered solution. Here’s a detailed look at our future short-term plans for integration of blockchain technology:\n1.\t**Login System**. In the forthcoming version 3, we will incorporate web3 login enabling contributors to authenticate their identities through their digital wallets. \n1.\t**Minting PDF Papers into NFTs**. This is one of the key features we aim to introduce for version 3: the ability to mint PDF papers into Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) on the Arbitrum network. This will ensure that each published paper is not only uniquely identifiable, immutable, and easily verifiable, but also that authors can build a portfolio of scientific assets. \n1.\t**Building a Decentralized Marketplace**. Down the road, for version 4, we plan to develop a decentralized marketplace on Arbitrum where researchers can buy, sell, and trade NFTs of scientific papers and other scientific assets. This marketplace will not only provide a new revenue stream for researchers but also create an ecosystem where scientific knowledge can be freely and transparently exchanged. By using Arbitrum’s efficient, customizable, secure and scalable infrastructure, we can ensure smooth and cost-effective transactions within this marketplace. Version 4 is not part of this proposal.\n\n# How does *The DeSci Journals* strengthen Arbitrum's foundational infrastructure, improve developer efficiency, or accelerate the adoption of novel applications?\n\n*The DeSci Journals* significantly strengthens Arbitrum’s foundational infrastructure by utilizing its scalable and secure network for decentralized scientific publishing. We improve developer efficiency through advanced tooling and seamless integration, while also contributing to the community’s knowledge base. By addressing a critical issue in the scientific community and introducing innovative applications like NFT-based publishing, we accelerate the adoption of blockchain technology and highlight Arbitrum’s potential to support transformative projects across various domains. More specifically by:\n\n1.\t**Decentralized user-centered scientific publishing**. *The DeSci Journals* will enhance the foundational infrastructure of Arbitrum by showcasing its ability to support high-integrity, transparent, and immutable records crucial for scientific research and technical reports.\n1.\t**Using Arbitrum’s scalability and security**. By handling large volumes of scientific data and transactions efficiently and securely, reinforcing Arbitrum’s position as a leading blockchain for critical use cases.\n1.\t**Improving developer efficiency with advanced tooling and smart contracts**. We are developing smart contract libraries and frameworks tailored for scientific publishing and scientific assets creation, which will be integrated into the Arbitrum ecosystem. These tools will simplify the development process for future projects, providing reusable components and best practices that enhance developer efficiency.\n1.\t**Seamless integration**. *The DeSci Journals* aim to integrate various blockchain technologies seamlessly, including decentralized login systems and NFT minting. This integration process will serve as a reference and provide insights into effective development strategies, thus aiding other developers working on similar projects within the Arbitrum ecosystem.\n1.\t**Community contributions**. Our platform will contribute to the Arbitrum developer community by sharing open-source tools through Github, documentation, and educational resources. This will help new developers onboard quickly and efficiently, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment.\n1.\t**Accelerating the adoption of novel applications**. By addressing the significant problem of unfairness in scientific publishing, *The DeSci Journals* provide a novel application that highlights the advantages of decentralized systems. This will attract attention to Arbitrum’s capabilities and encourage the adoption of similar applications across different sectors.\n1.\t**Tokenization and marketplace for scientific papers**. The ability to mint scientific papers as NFTs and trade them in a decentralized marketplace introduces a groundbreaking way to manage and disseminate scientific knowledge. This novel application can inspire other innovative projects to explore the tokenization of assets on Arbitrum, broadening the ecosystem’s use cases.\n1.\t**Driving user engagement and adoption**. Through proactive engagement with the scientific community and broader Web3 audiences, we will drive the adoption of blockchain technology. Our efforts to educate and involve users in technical and scientific publishing will create a ripple effect, encouraging more projects to build on Arbitrum.\n1.\t**Showcasing blockchain benefits**. By demonstrating real-world benefits such as assets creation in scientific publishing, *The DeSci Journals* will showcase the practical advantages of blockchain technology, accelerating the mainstream adoption of blockchain-based applications.", "hidden": true, "question": "Describe your previous work or plans related to the Arbitrum ecosystem. How does your project strengthen Arbitrum's foundational infrastructure, improve developer efficiency, or accelerate the adoption of novel applications?", "questionId": 1}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "By using Arbitrum as our chain of choice, *The DeSci Journals* can leverage Stylus for full composability between Solidity and Rust, C, and C++ smart contracts, and Arbitrum Orbit Chains to write high-performance smart contracts in Rust. This will reduce gas costs, increase security, and provide specialized, seamless interoperability with the main Arbitrum chain and other blockchain networks, resulting in high-throughput performance. These technologies will enable unique use cases such as transparent and immutable peer reviews, automated funding management, decentralized storage, and interoperable research databases, driving innovation and adoption within the knowledge-creation communities.", "hidden": true, "question": "If applicable, describe how your project leverages Stylus or Arbitrum Orbit Chains. What unique capabilities or use cases does this enable?", "questionId": 2}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "While our direct experience with the Arbitrum ecosystem is in its early stages, the expertise of *The DeSci Journals*’ Genesis Team in scientific research, business development, and the crypto economy positions us well to make a meaningful impact. Our team’s resilience, visionary thinking, and commitment to the principles of decentralization drive us to harness Arbitrum’s potential fully, advancing the frontier of decentralized scientific publishing.\n\nIn fact, *The DeSci Journals*’ Genesis Team is uniquely positioned to lead a groundbreaking project in decentralized scientific publishing, leveraging our extensive scientific background, business development acumen, and involvement in the DeSci movement. While our familiarity with the Arbitrum ecosystem is relatively new, having received grants amounting to $2.3k and 300 ARB from Arbitrum for DeSci on Gitcoin and DApps & Apps, respectively, during the GG20 Gitcoin round, our team’s diverse expertise and past achievements make us well-equipped to contribute significantly to this space.\n\n**Co-Founders**\n*Maria Goreti Freitas* PhD. Scientist, ex-FIOCRUZ (https://fiocruz.br). Co-Leader of the deScier Genesis Team. Leadership, working in multicultural teams, Fluent in Portuguese (mother language), English and Greek. Lived abroad for more than 25 years. https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-goreti-freitas-phd-68a27738.\nCreated SciDAO in July 2022 which later developed to deScier in September 2022. Bringing Academia to society since July 2019 when retired from FIOCRUZ, after 40 years of service.\n\n*Danilo Melo* MD. Physician, AI imaging, Sports Medicine. Co-Leader of the deScier Genesis Team. Leadership, Angel investor, scientist, professor, MBAs. https://www.linkedin.com/in/danilo-melo-bb8586202.\nWorking in the project since its inception as SciDAO since July 2022. Co-created deScier in September 2022. ", "hidden": true, "question": "Describe your team's expertise in your chosen focus area within the Arbitrum ecosystem. Include relevant experience, publications, or past projects.", "questionId": 3}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": " https://gap.karmahq.xyz/project/the-desci-journals-1/grants?tab=overview&grantId=0x5e2ce6fa3a1062905743bf905ab40e9dad86027470de1a6675001e38478ed270", "hidden": true, "question": "Please provide a link to Karma GAP, where you are tracking and reporting on milestones.", "questionId": 4}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "We have no contract addresses yet.", "hidden": true, "question": "List any contract addresses with the associated network(s), EOAs, or deployer addresses your project has deployed.", "questionId": 5}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Yes. We have received funds from Gitcoin GG20 estimated at 2.8k.", "hidden": true, "question": "Have you received any previous grants or support for your work in the Arbitrum ecosystem? If so, please provide details and estimated funding amounts.", "questionId": 6}, {"type": "dropdown", "answer": "Yes", "hidden": true, "question": "Please confirm that you have read and agree to comply with the ethical standards outlined in the eligibility criteria, including Gitcoin's Quid Pro Quo policy (https://support.gitcoin.co/gitcoin-knowledge-base/gitcoin-grants/general-questions/what-is-our-quid-pro-quo-policy)", "questionId": 7}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "I have no conflict of interest. I would like to disclose that I am currently an Operator, part of the DeSci Round Ops Team for the DeSci on Gitcoin GG21.", "hidden": true, "question": "Do you have any potential conflicts of interest to disclose? If yes, please provide details.", "questionId": 8}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Our enthusiasm for the Arbitrum ecosystem extends beyond *The DeSci Journals*, our flagship project. We are eager to leverage Arbitrum’s robust infrastructure for various other science-based knowledge projects in our pipeline. By building on Arbitrum, we aim to contribute to its growth and innovation, ensuring that our projects benefit from its scalability, security, and efficiency.\n\nWe also envision Arbitrum playing a pivotal role in the decentralized science movement. Our goal is to establish a suite of decentralized platforms that transform how scientific knowledge is created, reviewed, published, and shared. Arbitrum’s capabilities will be instrumental in achieving this vision, providing the foundation for transparent, immutable, and efficient scientific ecosystems. \n\nWe are keen to deepen our relationship with the Arbitrum team and community. Closer support and collaboration would enable us to better understand and utilize Arbitrum’s full potential, ensuring that our projects are aligned with \nArbitrum ecosystem’s goals of growth, innovation, and collaboration while building impactful science-based knowledge projects on its platform. 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Industry standard is zero %.\n\n1.\tUse a 1-page with simple and straightforward submission flow for both articles (https://platform.desci.reviews/summary/new-document) and journals (recently developed and deployed in version 2, https://platform.desci.reviews/summary/new-journal) which is a new much simpler feature when compared to pages long used in traditional scientific journals. We made adding wallets optional.\n\n1.\tHave introduced features such as the percentage of authorship, which can include, not only individual authors, but also laboratories, institutions and DAOs.\n\n1.\tGive the choice to Authors to choose whether open access or paid access with funds going directly to the Author’s wallet.\n\n1. Operate as digital cooperative financially compensating editor, reviewers and designers.\n\n1.\tWill publish papers as NFTs to push forward a secondary market formation (v3).\n", "lastUpdated": 0, "projectGithub": "deScier", "projectTwitter": "desciers"}, "recipient": "0xfb6460eDF0dAc0D2bca4A2a2bc404Fc8B7990fdB"}}