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Episode 195 - Molecule - Decentralizing Science - How Web3 and Crypto are Reshaping Scientific Discovery
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In episode 195, we welcome Benji Leibowitz, COO at Molecule and Co-Founder of pump.science. Benji is at the forefront of Decentralized Science (aka DeSci), a movement using blockchain to democratize research funding, unlock new discoveries, and shift power from big institutions of funders, and into the hands of scientists and the community.
In this episode, we explore:
- How Decentralized Science (DeSci) is revolutionizing scientific research and funding
- The potential of IP tokens and crypto-powered science to unlock new medical breakthroughs
- And why now, amidst NIH cuts and a challenging funding environment in the US, presents a unique opportunity for DeSci to fill critical funding gaps, empower independent researchers, and accelerate scientific innovation beyond traditional institutional barriers.
--Key Takeaways--
🔬 The Problem: Science Funding Is Broken: Traditional scientific research is highly centralized, with funding controlled by large institutions like big pharma. This creates funding biases, forcing scientists to chase grants instead of pursuing the most important research. With NIH cuts and a shifting political landscape in the U.S., this problem is only getting worse.
🧪 DeSci Unlocks Open & Engaging Science: Science has traditionally been opaque, limiting public participation. DeSci changes this by making research transparent and engaging—allowing anyone to support, follow, and contribute to groundbreaking discoveries.
💡 IP Tokens & NFTs: A New Model for Science: DeSci empowers researchers with IP-NFTs & IP tokens, protecting their work while enabling community-driven funding and governance. Molecule’s tiered approach allows anyone to engage with and fund research at different levels, creating a more open and dynamic scientific ecosystem.
--Full shownotes with links available at--
https://www.cryptoaltruism.org/blog/crypto-altruists-episode-195-molecule-decentralizing-science-how-web3-and-crypto-are-reshaping-scientific-discovery
Thank you to PIPE gDAO for sponsoring the Crypto Altruism podcast!
PIPE gDAO is leveraging blockchain for their University Real World Asset IP Launchpad that helps bring groundbreaking ideas from lab to market. By joining the Pipe Associate Network (PAN), associates can create a profile highlighting their skills, be notified of opportunities, and contribute fractional work to pre-IPO companies in return for equity and tokens.
--Support us with a Fiat or Crypto contribution--
Learn more at cryptoaltruism.org/supportus
--DISCLAIMER--
While we may discuss specific web3 projects or cryptocurrencies on this podcast, do not take any of this as investment advice and make sure to do your own research on potential investment opportunities, or any opportunity, before making an investment. We host a variety of guests on this podcast with the sole purpose of highlighting the social impact use cases of this technology. That being said, Crypto Altruism does not endorse any of these projects, and we recognize that, since this is an emerging sector, some may be operating in regulatory grey areas, and as such, we cannot confirm their legality in the jurisdictions in which they operate, especially as it pertains to decentralized finance protocols. So, before getting involved with any project, it’s important that you do your own research and confirm the legality of the project. More info at cryptoaltruism.org/disclaimer.
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Episode 195 - Molecule - Decentralizing Science - How Web3 and Crypto are Reshaping Scientific Discovery
Crypto Altruists: Real-World Stories of Social & Environmental Impact with Web3
Manage episode 470867338 series 3407795
In episode 195, we welcome Benji Leibowitz, COO at Molecule and Co-Founder of pump.science. Benji is at the forefront of Decentralized Science (aka DeSci), a movement using blockchain to democratize research funding, unlock new discoveries, and shift power from big institutions of funders, and into the hands of scientists and the community.
In this episode, we explore:
- How Decentralized Science (DeSci) is revolutionizing scientific research and funding
- The potential of IP tokens and crypto-powered science to unlock new medical breakthroughs
- And why now, amidst NIH cuts and a challenging funding environment in the US, presents a unique opportunity for DeSci to fill critical funding gaps, empower independent researchers, and accelerate scientific innovation beyond traditional institutional barriers.
--Key Takeaways--
🔬 The Problem: Science Funding Is Broken: Traditional scientific research is highly centralized, with funding controlled by large institutions like big pharma. This creates funding biases, forcing scientists to chase grants instead of pursuing the most important research. With NIH cuts and a shifting political landscape in the U.S., this problem is only getting worse.
🧪 DeSci Unlocks Open & Engaging Science: Science has traditionally been opaque, limiting public participation. DeSci changes this by making research transparent and engaging—allowing anyone to support, follow, and contribute to groundbreaking discoveries.
💡 IP Tokens & NFTs: A New Model for Science: DeSci empowers researchers with IP-NFTs & IP tokens, protecting their work while enabling community-driven funding and governance. Molecule’s tiered approach allows anyone to engage with and fund research at different levels, creating a more open and dynamic scientific ecosystem.
--Full shownotes with links available at--
https://www.cryptoaltruism.org/blog/crypto-altruists-episode-195-molecule-decentralizing-science-how-web3-and-crypto-are-reshaping-scientific-discovery
Thank you to PIPE gDAO for sponsoring the Crypto Altruism podcast!
PIPE gDAO is leveraging blockchain for their University Real World Asset IP Launchpad that helps bring groundbreaking ideas from lab to market. By joining the Pipe Associate Network (PAN), associates can create a profile highlighting their skills, be notified of opportunities, and contribute fractional work to pre-IPO companies in return for equity and tokens.
--Support us with a Fiat or Crypto contribution--
Learn more at cryptoaltruism.org/supportus
--DISCLAIMER--
While we may discuss specific web3 projects or cryptocurrencies on this podcast, do not take any of this as investment advice and make sure to do your own research on potential investment opportunities, or any opportunity, before making an investment. We host a variety of guests on this podcast with the sole purpose of highlighting the social impact use cases of this technology. That being said, Crypto Altruism does not endorse any of these projects, and we recognize that, since this is an emerging sector, some may be operating in regulatory grey areas, and as such, we cannot confirm their legality in the jurisdictions in which they operate, especially as it pertains to decentralized finance protocols. So, before getting involved with any project, it’s important that you do your own research and confirm the legality of the project. More info at cryptoaltruism.org/disclaimer.
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