DeSci: Web3 and the Future of Scientific Collaboration

In this talk, Daniel Anomfueme (Contributor at VitaDAO and Founder of DeSci Africa) explores how Web3 technologies are reshaping the way science is conducted, funded, and shared. The session introduces Decentralized Science (DeSci), a movement focused on open access, transparency, and collaboration in research.

Daniel highlights the challenges of traditional science: centralized funding, publication paywalls, and limited data sharing, and presents how blockchain, DAOs, and tokenization can unlock new models for funding, publishing, and collaboration. Real-world examples like LabDAO, and ResearchHub showcase DeSci in action.

Looking ahead, the talk envisions a future where science is more inclusive, democratized, and globally collaborative, while also addressing the cultural, governance, and regulatory challenges DeSci must overcome.

If you’re passionate about open science, innovation, and the intersection of Web3 with research, this presentation will give you both inspiration and practical insights on how to get involved in building the future of science.

Transcript

1. W E B 3 A N D T H E F U T U R E O F S C I E N T I F I C C O L L A B O R A T I O N DeSci: Daniel Anomfueme Contributor - VitaDAO, DeSci Africa Twitter - @lifeofdanel
2. I’m Batman About Me
3. Hello, I am currently a Community Builder and Technical Project Manager. For more than five years, I have been passionately cultivating a diverse array of communities, both in the tech and non-tech spheres. Additionally, I have collaborated with various teams to develop and manage technological solutions that span across a wide spectrum of industries. Currently, I am exploring the possibilities of decentralized science as a contributor at VitaDAO, and I started DeSci Africa to create awareness of decentralized science in Africa. About Me The Last Son of Krypton @lifeofdanel
4. Decentralized Science (DeSci) is a movement aiming to decentralize and democratize the way scientific research is conducted, funded, and shared. Emphasizes open access, transparency, and collaboration. Leverages blockchain and Web3 technologies. What is DeSci?
5. Centralized funding models and biases. Paywalls and restricted access to scientific journals. Long publication cycles and lack of transparency. Limited collaboration and sharing of data. Challenges in Traditional Scientific Collaboration
6. Decentralized funding through DAOs and tokenization. Open-access publishing using blockchain. Incentivized collaboration with smart contracts. Immutable records of research and data provenance. How Web3 Can Transform Science
7. Real-World Examples of DeSci in Action
8. LabDAO (Open tool and infrastructure)
9. VitaDAO (Community-owned DAO for longevity research)
10. ResearchHub (Open scientific publishing platform)
11. DeSci Roadmap
12. Envisioning the Future with DeSci Increased global collaboration and data sharing. Democratized access to funding and resources. Acceleration of innovation through community-driven research. Ethical and transparent research practices.
13. Challenges with DeSci Efficient DAO Governance. Cultural Shift in Research Practices. Legal and Regulatory Uncertainties. Inclusivity and Access.
14. How You Can Get Involved Join or support DeSci initiatives and DAOs. Advocate for open access and transparency in science. Collaborate with like-minded individuals and organizations. Educate others about the benefits of DeSci and Web3.
15. Thank you! Daniel Anomfueme Contributor - VitaDAO, DeSci Africa Twitter - @lifeofdanel)