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(Months)", "questionId": 6}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Astrochain is striving to provide a platform that encompasses space science research, education, and entertainment.\n\n- AstroFeed: The AstroFeed represent's Astrochain's social component, which allows astrophotographers and astronomers to post captures of astronomical phenomena onto a social platform. All objects are linked to their respective identifier on the blockchain.\n\n- AstroPrint: AstroPrint is a new subsystem by Astrochain which allows researchers and scientist to upload research materials(papers, slides, articles, etc) onto the Astrochain Decentralized App for others to view, cite, and provide feedback on their research.\n\n- AstroHubs: AstroHubs are an upcoming array of Astrochain-enabled partner devices, eventually along with Astrochain's in-house devices, which record astronomical phenomena and upload them to the blockchain. Users can book AstroHub time(like booking time at an observatory) by applying for an Astrochain grant(in which is directly paid to the respective observatory to grant them time).\n\n- AstroCenter: The AstroCenter is Astrochain's virtual 250,000sqft Metaverse which is currently built and we are engineering a cross-platform Metaverse app with integrations with ReadyPlayerMe which will allow  anyone from a Quest or SteamVR device to join Astrochain's Metaverse. We plan to add additional \"Planets\" with different functionality after the AstroCenter is officially launched.", "hidden": false, "question": "Describe your project in a few paragraphs (ideally including a problem statement, solution, roadmap, and timeline for implementation)", "questionId": 7}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Astrochain supports the missions and goals of Decentralized Science by allowing completely free access to all of our services. We do not charge for use of the Astrochain Decentralized App, including the AstroFeed and AstroPrint blockchain-enabled preprint server.\n\nFurthermore, the AstroCenter supports Decentralized Science by educating and inspiring the next generation of scientists through free-to-attend astronaut talks, panels, and more in Astrochain's Metaverse.", "hidden": false, "question": "How does your project support the mission or goals of DeSci?", "questionId": 8}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Astrochain will use the grant funds to develop the AstroHub module in the Astrochain Decentralized App, which will allow users to browse the different AstroHubs, book time, view statistics, and more.\n\nWe will also be utilizing the funds to expand our server infrastructure to promote utilizing in-house systems and being less reliant on the centralized cloud.\n\nIf we meet an exceptional funding threshold, we will also be able to develop our native application for iOS and Android and have it released in Q1 of 2024!", "hidden": false, "question": "Describe how funds from the grants program will be used for your project. ", "questionId": 9}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "", "hidden": true, "question": "If you participated in past grant rounds (i.e. DeSci GR15/ Beta) using a different project payout wallet address, please share it here.", "questionId": 10}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "- We've successfully published our first article on the AstroPrint preprint server on-chain, marking a significant milestone for the AstroFeed and other subsystems.\n\n- We've enhanced our dApp design and improved the website's performance.\n\n- We've released the \"researchers\" and \"organizations\" off-chain modules on our dApp.\n\n- We've began to integrate Fediverse protocols in our dApp for the AstroFeed and AstroPrint subsystems.", "hidden": false, "question": "If this project participated in past grant rounds, please share any new updates or milestones since the last round.", "questionId": 11}, {"type": "paragraph", "hidden": true, "question": "Is there any other information you would like to share about your project, previous work, other project affiliations, or potential conflicts of interest? 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We aim to serve the international community as the market dominant solution to capture, source and trade authentic, un-edited, raw data and video footage of the sky. We will keep records of captured content utilising the blockchain and give members sole ownership via NFTs.\n\n### The Astrochain Decentralized App\n\nThe Astrochain Decentralized App(dApp) consists of several modules which together create a unified platform for space research and education. The modules include the AstroFeed, AstroPrint Preprint Server, AstroHub booking platform, AstroStore web interface, and more.\n\n![](https://i.ibb.co/Cpdnsg2/Screenshot-from-2024-07-27-01-43-21.png)\n![](https://i.ibb.co/5WGtbn6/Screenshot-from-2024-07-27-01-40-56.png)\n\n![](https://i.ibb.co/xfXFKcF/users-clvsdnfd900r5qd01mvmzg6a6-X0e8-C6-Xj-D6q1-WQqw-astrochain-astrofeed-subsystem-banner.png)\n### The AstroFeed dApp\n\nAstroFeed is a decentralized app (dApp) that provides a space for astrophotographers to share their observations and experiences. It is a content sharing platform that allows astrophotographers to share their work with a community of like-minded individuals.\n\nWith the ability to mint photos and short videos into NFTs, astrophotographers receive a verified timestamp that proves the authenticity of their work on the Blockchain. The platform also offers a royalty program, enabling photographers to receive fair compensation for their creations and fostering a supportive community among those who invest in their art. Utilising the AstroFeed, astrophotographers can safeguard their content from theft or unauthorized use, ensuring that their hard work is properly credited and represented.\n\n![](https://i.ibb.co/mbtPq6L/Screenshot-from-2024-07-27-01-33-04.png)\n\n\n### The AstroPrint Preprint Server\n\nAstroPrint is a new subsystem by Astrochain which allows researchers and scientist to upload research materials(papers, slides, articles, etc) onto the Astrochain Decentralized App for others to view, cite, and provide feedback on their research.\n\n![](https://i.ibb.co/sVT0CVt/Screenshot-from-2024-07-27-01-35-41.png)\n![](https://i.ibb.co/zJNjN2d/Screenshot-from-2024-07-27-01-38-11.png)\n![](https://i.ibb.co/Jdy8Jjc/Screenshot-from-2024-07-27-01-39-03.png)\n\n### AstroHub Devices\n\nAstroHubs are tools designed for observing astronomical events. They scan the sky to capture and record anomalies, which are then provided to users as NFTs. Users can book a time slot to own the footage captured during that time via a dApp. The data is stored on the IPFS network to build the first anomaly database on the blockchain. The booking process and NFT minting process is user-friendly, resulting in a contribution to the astro anomaly database and ownership of a unique NFT.\n\n![](https://i.ibb.co/4jdjZqT/BXGPbr2-I1dnff-HLi-astrochain-astrocenter-subsystem-banner.png)\n### AstroCenter\n\nThe AstroCenter is a metaverse platform that offers educational and research opportunities for space and astronomy enthusiasts. With a focus on high energy and innovation, the AstroCenter brings together a global community of individuals passionate about space and learning.\n\nThe AstroCenter provides a range of features and opportunities for people interested in the blockchain and NFTs, as well as influencers, speakers, photographers, designers, and more. The astro anomaly database is accessible to everyone, while membership to the AstroCenter, obtained through a paid SaaS license or by minting a membership NFT, provides access to additional features such as the AstroCenter Talk Forum and the AstroCenter KIDSHub. The AstroCenter KIDSHub provides educational opportunities for the next generation through gamification.\n\n![Picture of the front of the AstroCenter](https://i.ibb.co/WW0RTY3/r6-Vpqg-RXsf1b-Yq-GD-2022-10-21-Astro-Chain-Center-3-2.jpg)\n![Picture of an overhead view of the AstroCenter](https://i.ibb.co/qFw0PNQ/Oik-Md6-XXa-A71b-Vem-astrochain-docs-main-cover-co-1.png)\n\n![](https://i.ibb.co/RQG60T0/bafkreiadraugmu5z5j2pql4p4tmd4oslcbxiyqf4xrq2ycjvgw6t3bf2ra.jpg)\n### Science Communication\n\nThe Astrochain Science Communication subsystem consists of all virtual and physical content published to the public across all mediums with the purpose to increase science awareness, engagement, empowerment, and literacy.\n\nExamples include: Linkedin Posts, Instagram Educational Reels, Educational and Informational Website Blog Posts, X-Spaces(non-shilling), etc.\n\n![](https://i.ibb.co/N6bQVmM/Screenshot-from-2024-07-27-01-54-09.png)\n![](https://i.ibb.co/yy1nr4Y/Screenshot-from-2024-07-27-01-55-06.png)\n![](https://i.ibb.co/zV9Y7zY/Screenshot-from-2024-07-27-01-55-56.png)\n![](https://i.ibb.co/mGmP85c/Screenshot-from-2024-07-27-01-56-44.png)\n![](https://i.ibb.co/X5yqHvc/Screenshot-from-2024-07-27-01-57-34.png)\n![](https://i.ibb.co/5h48Qy3/Screenshot-from-2024-07-27-01-58-18.png)\n![](https://i.ibb.co/C7Z7t34/Screenshot-from-2024-07-27-01-58-57.png)\n![](https://i.ibb.co/kyBgppH/Screenshot-from-2024-07-27-01-59-40.png)\n![](https://i.ibb.co/44QzLHn/Screenshot-from-2024-07-27-02-00-12.png)\n![](https://i.ibb.co/YdNwzP3/Screenshot-from-2024-07-27-02-00-51.png)\n![](https://i.ibb.co/30rksXd/Screenshot-from-2024-07-27-02-01-42.png)\n![](https://i.ibb.co/CmWNJhQ/Screenshot-from-2024-07-27-02-02-16.png)\n![](https://i.ibb.co/2jd0rQq/Screenshot-from-2024-07-27-02-02-50.png)\n![](https://i.ibb.co/gJ9jDFF/Screenshot-from-2024-07-27-02-03-29.png)\n![](https://i.ibb.co/zQP8PCj/Screenshot-from-2024-07-27-02-04-08.png)\n![](https://i.ibb.co/L9yq5bs/Screenshot-from-2024-07-27-02-04-53.png)\n\n![](https://i.ibb.co/8bRcDmg/bafkreidnse7gwa6bp4f6teddeuhghw7kdd5uttqzrqsdz4arwgbgqubki4.jpg)\n### AstroStore - Decentralized Astronomical Catalog\n\nThe Astrochain Decentralized Astronomical Catalog(AstroStore) Subsystem is the first astronomical catalog on the blockchain. 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