The DeSci Journals

The DeSci Journals

A decentralized scientific publishing platform offering 100% copyright for authors, simple submission, options for open or paid access, digital cooperative compensation, and publication as NFTs.
Application
Applied on: 5 Aug 2024 03:46 PM
Rejected
User Review
AI Review
A1
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2024 04:01 PM
Web3 Grants Contributions Applicants must demonstrate previous work or have a solid plan for future projects related to the Web3 grants ecosystem, focusing on one or more of the following areas: - Contributions: Enhance the Web3 grants on-chain registry to improve grant discovery and streamline application processes. - Research: Conduct studies to inform grant program design and effectiveness and explore new funding mechanisms. - Development: Create tools to support various stages of the granting process, from discovery to application. - Aggregation: Develop systems to collect and disseminate news, events, and insights in the Web3 grants space. - Experiments: Propose and test innovative funding mechanisms to push the boundaries of the Web3 grants ecosystem.
The project has developed a decentralized platform for scientific publications and has plans to contribute to the Web3 Grants Registry by documenting and sharing their development journey, insights, and best practices. This demonstrates a solid plan and previous work aligning with several of the required areas such as contributions, development, and aggregation.
Expertise and Vision - Demonstrate expertise in the chosen area of focus within Web3 grants (e.g., through past projects, publications, or experience). - Showcase a unique perspective, insights, and vision for advancing the ecosystem.
The team has a solid background in scientific publishing, business development, community engagement, and crypto finance. Their past projects, including the development of The DeSci Journals platform, demonstrate significant expertise and a unique vision for advancing decentralized scientific publishing in the Web3 ecosystem.
Impact and Feasibility - Articulate the potential impact of the work on the Web3 grants ecosystem - Propose ideas and projects that are feasible within the given timeline and budget - Define clear metrics for measuring the created or potential impact - Outline plans for knowledge sharing and collaboration
The project plans to implement advanced features, enhance security, and improve user experience on their platform, which is likely to have a significant impact on the Web3 grants ecosystem. They have clear plans for knowledge sharing through collaborative events and open-source contributions. Their feasibility is supported by previous successful milestones and a well-defined team.
Ethical Standards - Adhere to non-discrimination and anti-hate speech policies - Maintain transparency and accuracy in representing affiliations and expertise - Disclose any potential conflicts of interest - Comply with all applicable laws and regulations - Follow Gitcoin's Quid Pro Quo policy
The project has confirmed adherence to Gitcoin's ethical standards, including non-discrimination, transparency, and compliance with all applicable laws. They have also explicitly mentioned their agreement to Gitcoin's Quid Pro Quo policy and have provided potential conflicts of interest transparently.