Molecule Ecosystem, April 2025
Latest updates on the new Molecule.xyz platform, SpineDAO’s token launch, DeSci Summit Dubai recap, DeSci.Berlin sneak peek, and more!
The New Molecule.xyz Is Live - Navigate the IP Token Ecosystem Like Never Before
DeSci is expanding fast, but until now, finding your way through tokenized research has been a challenge. The new Molecule.xyz changes that.
This new real-time dashboard for DeSci projects is built to help anyone explore, track, and engage with the ecosystem more clearly and intuitively.
Here’s what you can do:
Navigate research projects by area or blockchain
Track trading data, holders, and token performance
Understand the science and funding behind every project
Manage and trade your tokenized IP portfolio directly from one interface
Everything about the IP token ecosystem, finally in one place. Simple to use, built for the community, and designed to grow with the ecosystem.
The platform is in open beta, and we’ll be shaping it with your feedback.
Explore the new Molecule.xyz!
DeSci Summit Dubai Recap
DeSci took the spotlight at Token2049 Dubai with a full-day summit co-hosted by BIO and VitaDAO.
Paul Kohlhaas kicked off the event with a keynote on the future of tokenized research.
Kevin Noessler, Head of Product at Molecule, led a deep-dive panel on the evolving IP token landscape.
Benji Leibowitz, Co-Founder of pump.science, broke down how gamified experiments could reshape scientific discovery.
DeSci’s growing force was fully displayed; visionary researchers, committed capital, and rising institutional interest all came together. From early-stage experiments to foundational infrastructure, the event showcases that DeSci is rapidly gaining momentum!
Save the Date! DeSci.Berlin is Approaching: 10 & 11 June
The next big DeSci meetup is just around the corner. DeSci.Berlin is happening 10 & 11 June, hosted at Molecule’s new office space inside St. Agnes Church; a one-of-a-kind venue for a one-of-a-kind community.
Expect two packed days of panels, talks, workshops and breakout sessions featuring voices from across the DeSci ecosystem: bioDAOs, investors, researchers, biotech founders, all under one roof.
Topics on the agenda include:
Funding translational research
The role of community
Traditional biotech fundraising vs. IP tokens
Decentralized AI and research coordination
And more!
Want to join in person? Sign up here, spots are limited!
Can’t make it to Berlin? We’ve got you, the entire event will be live-streamed, sign up to receive the live stream directly in your inbox.
SpineDAO Auction on the BIO Launchpad
Spine care is one of healthcare’s biggest challenges, chronic back pain, scoliosis, degenerative disorders. Over 540 million people are affected, yet it is still stuck with outdated systems and unpredictable outcomes.
SpineDAO is changing that.
Built by spine surgeons and researchers who face these issues every day, SpineDAO is creating a decentralized infrastructure for spine care.
They’re building:
• An AI triage tool to streamline surgical vs non-surgical cases
• A global open archive for spine data and research
• A decision-support tool tested by real surgeons
• Recovery tracking powered by wearables
• An open-access journal for peer-reviewed spine research
Through DeSci tools like Molecule’s IP protocol for project funding and DAOs for community-driven fundraising and data sharing, they’re making spine care more open, efficient, and collaborative.
The $SPINE Community Sale is live now on Solana via BIO Launchpad, running until May 15.
Want to explore their vision? Read the whitepaper.
Ready to join? Get in on the auction.
NIH Cuts Jeopardize Innovation; Decentralized Science is the Cure
Check out our latest blog post, “NIH Cuts Jeopardize Innovation; Decentralized Science is the Cure”, where we explore how the NIH’s $4B funding freeze reveals deeper cracks in the current research system, and why decentralized science can be the way forward.
We break down the impact of these cuts, what they mean for researchers, and how new funding models can help safeguard the future of innovation.
If you’re a scientist affected by these recent challenges, we’d love to hear from you. Let’s explore alternatives together.
Pump Science: Gamifying the Quest for Longevity
Pump science is turning the quest for immortality into the ultimate multiplayer game. Players submit real compounds, run live experiments, and uncover what might actually extend lifespan.
To help PhDegens play smarter, Pump Science has introduced Juventais—an AI research agent built to analyze the compounds being tested on the platform. Trained on scientific and commercial data, she delivers fast, informed takes on each compound’s potential. Ready to take her for a test drive?
> tag @juventais in a post on X
> include a @pumpdotscience compound ticker in your tweet ( $RIF, $URO, $ART, $GOSSY, etc)
> she will reply with insights
Speaking of test drives..coming soon: the F1y Grand Prix—a new experiment testing which compounds turn flies into speed demons. Trust us, science has never looked this fun. Here’s a little preview. Follow @pumpdotscience for updates.
New to the pump science lab? Here’s a two minute explainer to get you caught up.
DeSci Takes Over NYC
DeSci is making noise in New York. During Solana Accelerate week, the decentralized science community is showing up and showing out with two major moments that put the future of research front and center.
May 20 - DeSci Science Fair
Join us at the Skyline event space (6th floor) for a full day of discovery and connection. The DeSci Science Fair brings together groundbreaking projects at the edge of science, crypto, AI, and biotech. What to expect:
10 tabletop exhibits featuring leading DeSci projects including BIO, VitaDAO, Pump Science, Curetopia, SpineDAO, Pulse No Limits, CUDIS, and more.
Lightning Pitches from project founders.
Solana-Powered Innovation: Explore how DeSci is leveraging Solana’s blockchain infrastructure to enhance scientific funding & collaboration.
This isn’t just a showcase. It’s your front-row seat to the next wave of scientific collaboration. The event is free to attend! Register here. May 22nd - Ship or Die DeSci Panel
On the Solana Accelerate stage, Paul Kohlhaas (founder of Bio Protocol and Molecule) will moderate a panel exploring how early-stage research moves from lab bench to real-world impact. Panelists will share practical insights on funding, commercialization, and how emerging models are expanding what's possible for researchers and institutions alike. Need tickets? Get them here.
Vibe of the Month: Action Figure Starter Pack
This month, the AI action figure starter pack trend went viral, transforming everyday photos into toy-like figurines using AI tools and creative prompts.
Naturally, we couldn’t resist joining in. So here’s our DeSci Researcher Starter Pack: because not all heroes wear capes, some wear lab coats.
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