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(VC, grants by foundation, token sales, etc) ", "questionId": 4}, {"type": "number", "answer": "8", "hidden": false, "question": "Total team size", "questionId": 5}, {"type": "number", "answer": "8", "hidden": false, "question": "How old (in Months) is the project? ", "questionId": 6}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "0xE6FF2e03BB419E91D67bB537FcDa9AdE555deD88", "hidden": true, "question": "If you participated in past grant rounds using a different project payout wallet address, please share it here:", "questionId": 7}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "## Core\n\n[MSc. Rodrigo Alfredo Nu\u00f1ez-Inzunza](https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodrigo-a-nu%C3%B1ez-inzunza-894037203/) (Co-Founder)\n\n[PhD. Jes\u00fas Ernesto Arias-Gonz\u00e1lez](https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=o0CUJdQAAAAJ&view_op=list_works) (Co-Founder)\n\n## Advisors\n\n[PhD. Diana Morales-de-Anda](https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Diana-Morales-De-Anda) (Fish Ecology)\n\n[PhD. Julieta Maldonado-S\u00e1nchez](https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Julieta-Maldonado-2) (Invertebrate Ecology)\n\n[PhD. Aar\u00f3n Israel Mu\u00f1iz-Castillo](https://www.linkedin.com/in/aar%C3%B3n-israel-mu%C3%B1iz-castillo-b77a2a130/) (Climate Change)\n\n[PhD. Andrea Rivera-Sosa](https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrea-rivera-sosa-448431172/) (Coral Bleaching)\n\n[PhD. Mar\u00eda Geovana Pech Le\u00f3n](https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=it&user=pGZIDzUAAAAJ) (Coral Genomics)\n\n[MSc. Jos\u00e9 Luis Cabrera P\u00e9rez](https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Jose-Luis-Cabrera) (Coral Reef Fish Fisheries)", "hidden": true, "question": "Profiles or socials of other main team members publicly associated with the project: ", "questionId": 8}, {"type": "dropdown", "answer": "Yes", "hidden": true, "question": "Have you read and confirmed your grant abides by the Program General Eligibility Policy? https://gitcoin.notion.site/GG18-Eligibility-cb4a5754c56043d4b3ed34eddbac261c?pvs=4", "questionId": 9}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Our project, MesoReefDAO, aligns perfectly with the Climate Solutions focus of the Gitcoin grants. We are dedicated to addressing the urgent challenges posed by climate change, specifically in the context of coral reef ecosystems. Coral reefs are highly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change, including rising sea temperatures, ocean acidification, and more frequent and severe coral bleaching events. These changes have devastating effects on marine biodiversity and ecosystems, with far-reaching consequences for coastal communities and the global environment.\n\nMesoReefDAO focuses on leveraging the power of Web3 technologies, including DeSci tools, to create innovative solutions for the conservation and restoration of coral reef ecosystems. We aim to develop and implement regenerative conservation practices that can mitigate the negative impacts of climate change on coral reefs. By utilizing blockchain technology, decentralized governance, and community collaboration, we are working to build a resilient ecosystem that can adapt to the changing climate and protect these critical marine habitats.\n\nThrough our partnerships with organizations like Gitcoin and other stakeholders in the field of climate solutions, we are committed to creating meaningful impact. We are actively engaged in research, monitoring, and on-the-ground conservation efforts, all aimed at contributing to the broader goal of addressing the climate crisis.\n\nIn conclusion, our project MesoReefDAO is well-aligned with the Climate Solutions focus of Gitcoin grants. We are dedicated to harnessing the potential of technology, community collaboration, and innovative conservation practices to combat the challenges posed by climate change and ensure the long-term survival of coral reef ecosystems.", "hidden": false, "question": "Please explain how your project meets the round-specific eligibility criteria. ", "questionId": 10}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Gitcoin Beta Rounds: DeSci + Climate Solutions + Metacrisis.xyz\n\nUpdates:\n\nJanuary - April 2023 Updates Pt. 1\nQ1-2023\n - Assemble transdisciplinary experts and core members for MesoReefDAO.\n\n\u2713 We are still looking for transdisciplinary scientists and many guilds.\n\n - Acquire mesoreefdao.eth and create a safe.global for funds.\n\n \u2713 We are looking to acquire the ENS domain.\n\n - Promote the proposal on social media.\n\n\u2713 We have created a Twitter, Instagram, Discord, a GitHub repo, and Notion the information about the initiative and to engage potential members.\n\nJanuary - April 2023 Updates Pt. 2\nQ2/Q3-2023\n -Create the framework for the MesoReefDAO [DeSci DAO: protocol, governance, incentives, organization, operations, and applications.\n\n\u2713 We are working on this DeSciDAO framework, and we need more engagement.\n\n - Apply for both traditional and decentralized grants.\n\n\u2713 Our initiative has made it through the first round of the Mar+Invest program\n\nand we are expecting to hear back by the end of April regarding our status for\n\nthe next round.\n\n\u2713 We create a giveth project of MesoReefDAO.\n\n\u2713 We look for support to scale or initiative in terms of DeSci DAO with Origami (we must have at least +100 active members to scale with their help).\n\n\u2713 We applied for Beta Gitcoin Grants: Climate Solutions + DeSci + Metacrisis Rounds.\n\nJanuary - April 2023 Updates Pt. 3\nQ2/Q3-2023\n\n\n- Monitor project growth and promote it through social media, summits, forums, and academic conferences.\n\n\u2713 We talked with members of NGOs like Healthy Reefs Initiative and Coral Reef\n\nAlliance to create positive synergies in the region.\n\n\u2713 We promoted our initiative on the Mesoamerican Reef Day\n\n2023 and FLII ROOTS 2023.\n\nMay - July (part 1)\nOne of our members has joined Greenpill.network and is actively engaging with GreenPill M\u00e9xico to create synergies with MesoReefDAO for onboarding stakeholders to regenerative conservation practices. He participated in the 1st Cohort of Regen writers and presented three essays entitled: \"Bridging the Gap: A Regen Guide to Integrating Conservation Biology and DeSci Web3 Tools in the Anthropocene\" (part 1),(part 2),(part 3).\n\n\n\n\nWe applied to bio.xyz biotech acceleration program as MesoReefDAO.\n\n\n\n\nParticipation with DeSci divulgation articles on T2.world within the DeSci Territory.\n\n\n\n\nApplication to the ReFi Talents: An 18-Week Mentoring Program Empowering Talent for Leadership in the Regenerative Finance Space.\n\n\n\n\nla dream machine \ud83d\udd2e\u2019s surveys: Web 3 con Impacto Social en LATAM \ud83d\udcc8 with Ashoka Cono Sur\n\n\n\n\nWe celebrate and divulge scientific knowledge on #worldoceansday \ud83c\udf0a\ud83c\udf89\n\n\n\n\nWe raised ~1000 USD in total of Climate Solutions+Metacrisis+DeSci on QF Gitcoin Beta Rounds \n\n\n\n\nWe have received the blue check verification on MesoReefDAO\u2019s Twitter.\n\n\n\n\nProject Update to CONAHCyT: Restoration of the biodiversity of fish assemblages in coral reef ecosystems of the Mexican Caribbean. (ES Technical Report)\n\n\n\n\nScientific paper Release: Trivi\u00f1o, J. C., Rojas-Cano, D. M., Ni\u00f1o-Torres, L. A., Col\u00edn-Garc\u00eda, N., Hern\u00e1ndez-Landa, R., Blanco-Pimentel, M., ... & Rioja-Nieto, R. (2023). Rebuilding Coral Reefs: How tourism can be a driver behind solutions in a changing ocean. https://eartharxiv.org/repository/view/5642/.\n\nMay - July (part 2)\n\n\n\n\nLEEAC Lab Cinvestav - Unidad M\u00e9rida: 2 Field Trips to Reserva de la Bi\u00f3sfera Banco Chinchorro and Xcalak: Fish Biodiversity assessments, RUVs and Photomosaics.\n\n\n\n\nPress: Presence of Stony Coral Tissue Loss Disease in Banco Chinchorro.\n\n\n\n\nAssistance in Coral Colonies Rescue and Microfragmentation/Fragmentation Coral Techniques Workshop by Wave of Change/Iberostar Hotel Group.\n\n\n\n\nWe are members of the Island Innovation network.\n\n\n\n\nParticipation in the Monitoring Season throughout the Mesoamerican Reef with Healthyreefs and other stakeholders.\n\n\n\n\nAccepted oral presentation: \"The role of fish in coral outplanting restoration areas: a functional ecology approach.\" 10th World Conference on Ecological Restoration. Darwin, Australia, September 26-30, 2023. Society of Ecological Restoration.\n\n\n\n\nOral presentation: \"Temporal patterns in fish biodiversity in protected and non-protected sites of the Mesoamerican Reef.\" XVIII National Congress and IX Latin American Ichthyology Symposium. La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico. May 30 to June 2, 2023.\n\nSame Updates with links: https://giveth.io/project/mesoreefdao-regenerating-reef-conservation-with-desci?tab=updates", "hidden": false, "question": "What previous Gitcoin grant rounds has this project been a part of? Please share any new updates or milestones from the prior months.", "questionId": 11}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Measuring the impact of our project, MesoReefDAO, is of paramount importance to us. We utilize a combination of qualitative and quantitative methods, as well as standard metrics, to comprehensively assess our progress and contributions to the conservation of coral reef ecosystems. Here are some ways we measure our impact:\n\n1. Biodiversity Monitoring: We regularly conduct biodiversity assessments of fish, benthic organisms, and corals in collaboration with organizations like Healthy Reefs Initiative. By tracking changes in species composition and abundance, we gauge the health and resilience of coral reef ecosystems.\n\n2. Coral Restoration Metrics: Our coral restoration efforts involve monitoring the growth and survival rates of transplanted corals. We measure metrics such as coral size, color, and tissue health to determine the success of our restoration activities.\n\n3. Community Engagement: We track the number of community members, scientists, and stakeholders engaged in our initiatives. The growth of our community demonstrates increased awareness and involvement in coral reef conservation.\n\n4. Web3 Adoption: We measure the adoption and utilization of DeSci tools and Web3 technology within our projects. This includes the number of participants in DAO governance, usage of decentralized platforms, and engagement in token-based incentives.\n\n5. Scientific Publications: The publication of research articles and scientific papers related to our work serves as a tangible measure of our contribution to the field. These publications showcase our impact on the larger scientific and conservation community.\n\n6. Educational Outreach: We track the number of educational events, workshops, and awareness campaigns conducted. This helps gauge our success in raising public awareness about coral reef conservation.\n\n7. Blockchain Transactions: For blockchain-based initiatives, we measure the number of transactions, the volume of tokens traded, and the adoption of our native tokens for incentivizing actions that contribute to conservation.\n\n8. Community Surveys: Periodic surveys are conducted to gather feedback from our community members and stakeholders, helping us assess their perception of our impact and identify areas for improvement.\n\n9. Partnerships and Collaborations: We measure the growth in our network of partnerships and collaborations with organizations, academic institutions, and governmental bodies working towards coral reef conservation.\n\n10. Ecosystem Health Indicators: We track indicators such as coral cover, fish biomass, and water quality as standard metrics for evaluating the health of coral reef ecosystems.\n\nBy consistently tracking these metrics and analyzing the data collected, we ensure that our impact is accurately measured and reported. This information is crucial for our ongoing initiatives, as well as for producing detailed impact reports that demonstrate the value and effectiveness of our work in preserving and regenerating coral reef ecosystems.\n", "hidden": false, "question": "How do you measure the impact of your project? Please provide examples and/or standard metrics. This might be used in future impact reports ", "questionId": 12}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "thanks, Reach us: https://linktr.ee/mesoreefdao", "hidden": false, "question": "Anything else you'd like to share about your project, previous work, or other project affiliations? Anything you'd like to add that may help in determining project eligibility?", "questionId": 13}, {"type": "dropdown", "hidden": true, "question": "Would you like to opt-in to future messages from Gitcoin for updates, information, and/or interviews? 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All grantees will need to agree to a KYC process to be eligible to receive these funds.", "questionId": 16, "encryptedAnswer": {"ciphertext": "2BRQllg/jrSsAytPJFy1DaA3bstSCc8VoA79AxnjVOY=", "encryptedSymmetricKey": "6d4cb3a5c5aa724fdf940f53f2b0b174565567bdb341647b3de5ecbe18c0da015b02498d2fabbb4f9f5f233d835e4b02ecb8369a4daedb6e69b303ed5ee51b811464e2f251b4044576bf3bef6e5b085198ce8fb4cf512eb0f78519707741a3973b57f666d7abb94145481acb6c9cee8d64957015f67fb1fcbd31309e6adf96190000000000000020599370ab3d895455870f26fbbf437c410f6393c54b7456a5cdc5794ce56d545a97de2e40efa8df6185959256d3e1f38f"}}, {"type": "dropdown", "answer": "Central and South America", "hidden": true, "question": "Location/Region where the project is based ", "questionId": 17}], "project": {"id": "1:0x03506eD3f57892C85DB20C36846e9c808aFe9ef4:422", "title": "MesoReefDAO - Regenerating Reef Conservation with DeSci Web3 tools", "logoImg": "bafybeih7ftimijmmaxvxggo55lsl4wr5b4twv6avf62rbylpu7fevj3kd4", "metaPtr": {"pointer": "bafkreigoqxik6whtdi7usxhppv5wvq6cetn66tey6hjvqd2lmt4tx56zzu", "protocol": "1"}, "website": "https://linktr.ee/mesoreefdao", "bannerImg": "bafybeicibfj6c53liplhld63osp3vgsx33mpyfti5rmxzggg2dqybzznai", "createdAt": 1681587180186, "userGithub": "robioreefeco", "credentials": {"twitter": {"type": ["VerifiableCredential"], "proof": {"jws": "eyJhbGciOiJFZERTQSIsImNyaXQiOlsiYjY0Il0sImI2NCI6ZmFsc2V9..T05DJ6JdenW5FPMJ0Blq0Ppnsso0FIwVhSYd8A-MgL2n07PKPINJpsq3MhhMeCegQ6BEbtLpL2exsJJIOtYlAw", "type": "Ed25519Signature2018", "created": "2023-08-08T07:35:04.921Z", "proofPurpose": "assertionMethod", "verificationMethod": "did:key:z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC#z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC"}, "issuer": "did:key:z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC", "@context": ["https://www.w3.org/2018/credentials/v1"], "issuanceDate": "2023-08-08T07:35:04.921Z", "expirationDate": "2023-11-06T07:35:04.921Z", "credentialSubject": {"id": "did:pkh:eip155:1:0x9F000bfB33b0B63fCE685B538B1A8af079b57D93", "hash": "v0.0.0:pCYPYSDqeKZqZLBi8iT7OXZ8fAa0wdckUcQoouIbKDU=", "@context": [{"hash": "https://schema.org/Text", "provider": "https://schema.org/Text"}], "provider": "ClearTextTwitter#MesoReefDAO"}}}, "description": "**What?**\n\nMesoamerican Reef DAO (MesoReefDAO) is a Regenerative Coral Reef Science initiative that focuses on the creation of a Decentralized Autonomous Organization (DAO) of DeSci (Decentralized Science) that seeks to scale coral reef conservation efforts in the Mesoamerican Reef (MAR).\nThe Mesoamerican Reef is indeed the second-largest coral reef system in the world, spanning over 600 miles along the coasts of Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, and Honduras (Fig 1). It is an incredibly diverse and ecologically important ecosystem, providing habitat for thousands of species that support ecological goods and services.\n\n![alt text](https://wwflac.awsassets.panda.org/img/new_mar_map_01_1_531910.png)\nFig 1. A map of the Mesoamerican Reef, \u00a9 WWF Guatemala.\n\nMesoReefDAO is working to establish partnerships with local communities, NGOs, and governments to support the implementation of sustainable fishing practices and the development of marine protected areas in the MAR. The DAO believes that engaging local communities in conservation efforts is crucial for the long-term sustainability of the region (Fig 2).\n\n![alt text](https://mesoreefdao.notion.site/image/https%3A%2F%2Fs3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com%2Fsecure.notion-static.com%2Fceab0aa0-58a3-43dd-9b95-af4102c47946%2FUntitled.png?id=8ad1d976-e09a-4db9-86fd-3d3fea7e4268&table=block&spaceId=204a97ea-28b3-4030-931c-910b4cd1b6bd&width=2000&userId=&cache=v2)\nFig 2. MesoReefDAO General Framework.\n\n**Mission** \nThe MesoReef DAO aims to restore, protect, preserve, and conserve the Mesoamerican Reef ecosystem, working towards the [United Nations Decade of Restoration framework](https://www.decadeonrestoration.org/publications/ecosystem-restoration-playbook-practical-guide-healing-planet), through the implementation of regenerative practices, big data analytics, and decentralized technologies. We will foster a decentralized and collaborative management system to ensure a sustainable future for the reef and the people that depend on it.\n\n**Vision**\n\nThe MesoReef DAO envisions a future where the Mesoamerican Reef ecosystem is thriving, providing ecological and economic benefits to local communities and visitors. We will achieve this by restoring degraded coral habitats, improving water quality, reducing pollution, promoting sustainable fishing practices, and educating local communities and visitors.\n\n**Problem**\n\nThe problem that MesoReefDAO is trying to solve/mitigate is the rapid deterioration of the Mesoamerican Reef System due to climate change, pollution, overfishing, biodiversity loss, and other human activities. The Mesoamerican Reef System is one of the most biodiverse and economically important coral reef systems in the world, providing critical habitat for numerous species of marine life and supporting the livelihoods of millions of people in the region.\n\nHowever, the reef system is under significant threat in the Anthropocene. The current approaches to address these issues have not been sufficient, with a lack of coordination between stakeholders, insufficient funding, and limited implementation of scientific research and data-driven decision-making.\n\n![alt text](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fr8DvnxWYAAQOnv?format=jpg&name=large)\nFig 3. Coral Outplanting areas in the Mexican Caribbean.\n\n**How?**\n\nMesoReefDAO aimed to mitigate the problems facing the Mesoamerican Reef through decentralized science web3 tools, community engagement, and leveraging the power of blockchain technology. As a DAO, MesoReefDAO is governed by its members, who collectively make decisions and allocate resources based on a set of rules and protocols encoded on the blockchain.\n\nThe framework model is centered around creating a decentralized, transparent, and sustainable system of funding and decision-making for regenerate coral reef conservation efforts in the Mesoamerican Reef System (Fig 4). \n\n![alt text](https://mesoreefdao.notion.site/image/https%3A%2F%2Fs3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com%2Fsecure.notion-static.com%2F66488942-a8af-4177-bc4b-6fc9df2d0b80%2FDeSci_DAO2.png?table=block&id=b8eee0b9-10ab-4981-bef7-79a87b582e04&spaceId=204a97ea-28b3-4030-931c-910b4cd1b6bd&width=1260&userId=&cache=v2)\nFig 4. Six-layer framework (a-f) for \u201cWeb3\u201d DeSci DAOs, adapted from Ding, et al., (2022).\n\nCreate regenerative feedbacks in coral reef conservation throughout the MAR (Fig 5).\n\n![alt text](https://mesoreefdao.notion.site/image/https%3A%2F%2Fs3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com%2Fsecure.notion-static.com%2Fdd045e06-b93b-4259-b023-4fb77eb70473%2FUntitled.png?table=block&id=4df8ed48-2cbf-40e5-8435-38f94b84dc1b&spaceId=204a97ea-28b3-4030-931c-910b4cd1b6bd&width=1330&userId=&cache=v2)\nFig 5. The Five Steps of the Conservation and DeSci Web3 tools to explore adapted from Brown et al. (2022).\n\n**In this proposal, we aim to further develop and expand the capabilities of MesoReefDAO through the Climate Solutions category of the Gitcoin Grants program.**\n\nOur proposed project includes:\n\n1. Explore and potentially build a user-friendly interface for MesoReefDAO: A well-designed interface will help to attract more users and make it easier for them to contribute to conservation efforts. The interface will also provide transparency into the decision-making process and the allocation of funds.\n\n2. Developing a regenerative decentralized science (DeSci) offset program for the MAR: Climate change is one of the biggest threats to the MAR. To mitigate its impact, we plan to create a community-based decentralized science offset program that will incentivize individuals and organizations to reduce their carbon footprint and contribute to MAR conservation efforts. The program will be transparently managed through MesoReefDAO.\n\n3. Partnering with coral reef scientists: We aim to collaborate with coral reef scientists to identify and prioritize conservation efforts based on scientific research. This will ensure that the funds raised through MesoReefDAO are used in the most effective and impactful way possible.\n\n4. Implementing smart contracts: Smart contracts will be used to automate the distribution of funds and ensure transparency and accountability. This will eliminate the need for intermediaries and reduce the risk of fraud and mismanagement.\n\n**When?**\n\n**2023: Q1-Q4**\n\n**Q1-2023**\n\n- Assemble transdisciplinary experts and core members for MesoReefDAO.\n\n- Acquire an ENS domain and create a [safe.global](http://safe.global/) for funds.\n\n- Create a Discord server.\n\n- Promote the proposal on social media.\n\n**Q2/Q3-2023**\n\n-Create the framework for the MesoReefDAO [DeSci DAO](https://mirror.xyz/cryptobenthic%F0%9F%90%A0.eth/VPekPDF5fqOdbVPSwpRfqv0KimI_208fbTbq5eRGk_4): protocol, governance, incentives, organization, operations, and applications.\n\n- Apply for both traditional and decentralized grants.\n\n- Monitor project growth and promote it through social media, summits, forums, and academic conferences.\n\n**Q4-2023**\n\n- Establishing synergies and creating onboarding channels/strategies with DeSci Web3 Tools for existing coral reef conservation projects and initiatives within our traditional science, as well as inviting stakeholders to join MesoReefDAO and beyond\n\n- Create a co-management plan for the coordination and operation of MesoReefDAO:\n\n1. Establish a clear governance structure and decision-making process that involves all stakeholders.\n\n2. Develop a shared vision and goals for the project, ensuring that they are aligned with the values and objectives of all involved parties.\n\n3. Establish regular communication channels and meetings to facilitate ongoing collaboration and information sharing.\n\n4. Identify and assign roles and responsibilities to ensure that tasks are completed efficiently and effectively.\n\n5. Develop a plan for monitoring and evaluating the project's progress, and adjust the plan as needed to ensure that it remains on track.\n\nIf you would like to look at our mid-long term co-adaptive SMART goals, you should check them out [here](https://mesoreefdao.notion.site/SMART-Goals-5bc58d7ed64747169bfefd631432e545)\n\n[Here](https://giveth.io/project/mesoreefdao-regenerating-reef-conservation-with-desci?tab=updates) you can see our updates of MesoReefDAO.\n\n**Who? (Members)**\n\n![alt text](https://mesoreefdao.notion.site/image/https%3A%2F%2Fs3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com%2Fsecure.notion-static.com%2F4d4456cd-98bb-4d4a-b840-67525ebd7a51%2FMesoReefDAO_Members.png?table=block&id=7448dbaf-ef18-4d34-a6c3-38ccdbf22a29&spaceId=204a97ea-28b3-4030-931c-910b4cd1b6bd&width=1920&userId=&cache=v2)\nFig 5. MesoReefDAO Core Members and Advisors.\n\n**Core** \n\n[MSc. Rodrigo Alfredo Nu\u00f1ez-Inzunza](https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodrigo-a-nu%C3%B1ez-inzunza-894037203/) (Co-Founder)\n[PhD. Jes\u00fas Ernesto Arias-Gonz\u00e1lez](https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=o0CUJdQAAAAJ) (Co-Founder)\n\n**Advisors**\n\n[PhD. Diana Morales-de-Anda](https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Diana-Morales-De-Anda) (Fish Ecology)\n[PhD. Julieta Maldonado-S\u00e1nchez](https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Julieta-Maldonado-2) (Invertebrate Ecology)\n[PhD. Aar\u00f3n Israel Mu\u00f1iz-Castillo](https://www.linkedin.com/in/aar%C3%B3n-israel-mu%C3%B1iz-castillo-b77a2a130/) (Climate Change)\n[PhD. Andrea Rivera-Sosa](https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrea-rivera-sosa-448431172/) (Coral Bleaching)\n[PhD. Mar\u00eda Geovana Pech Le\u00f3n](https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=pGZIDzUAAAAJ&hl) (Coral Genomics)\n[MSc. Jos\u00e9 Luis Cabrera P\u00e9rez](https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Jose-Luis-Cabrera) (Coral Reef Fish Fisheries)\n\nMesoReefDAO aims to collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders including scientists, the private sector, local communities, academia, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and government entities. Through these collaborations, MesoReefDAO aims to leverage the power of blockchain and DeSci DAOs to drive positive change to local communities and create synergies between sectors to address the challenges faced by coral reefs and the MAR. By bringing together diverse perspectives and expertise, MesoReefDAO seeks to foster innovation and develop effective solutions for coral reef conservation and restoration.\n\nMesoReefDAO is committed to promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in all aspects of our project, including collaboration. We believe that diversity in perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences leads to more innovative solutions and better outcomes. We actively seek out partnerships and collaborations with individuals and organizations that share our values and commitment to DEI. We are open to working with a wide range of stakeholders, including those from underrepresented communities, to ensure that our project benefits and uplifts everyone. We recognize that DEI is an ongoing process and are committed to continuously learning, growing, and improving in this area.\n\n[**Updates 2023**](https://giveth.io/project/mesoreefdao-regenerating-reef-conservation-with-desci?tab=updates)\n\nContact us on social media of [MesoReefDAO](https://linktr.ee/mesoreefdao) if you want to get involved.\n\n\n\n\n", "lastUpdated": 0, "projectGithub": "MesoReefDAO", "projectTwitter": "MesoReefDAO"}, "recipient": "0x1848F1a85fCBC349016e63150D1E605c6d7fAa0B"}}