Code:
Name: PIVX Scholar
Term: 3 Cycles
Cycle Amount: 9950
Total Amount: 29850
Author: Andre
Receiver: Andre
Address: DCt4AQ5Q4scuRKRFQvX1kWi4k6MhJZh8YE
Created: 12-10-2024
Status: Active
Vote Hash: 1157ff4d34e65b217e3691ed19de7ba23e4f056583fe0317b78819bb65d249de
Restoring Integrity in Academic Publishing
Hello, PIVX community, this is a proposal for a consumer application that we are building on PIVX. This project is dedicated to enhancing transparency and fostering trust within the academic publishing industry.
- Video demo:
- Live link to try out the platform: https://pivxscholar.com/
A Rising Issue in Academia: Predatory Publishing
Predatory publishing is a growing concern in academia, where journals charge high fees to publish papers without providing genuine academic value. Many of these journals falsely claim to offer a transparent review process but often lack real peer review, leading to derivative or plagiarized work. This compromises the integrity of academic publishing and raises questions about the credibility of reviews and the qualifications of reviewers. Financially motivated authorities exacerbate the issue, favoring those who can afford publication fees ranging from $1,000 to $10,000, making it prohibitively expensive for many researchers, particularly students. Research that challenges the status quo often struggles for fair peer review, and reviewers frequently receive little to no compensation.Solution: How Pivx Scholar Decentralizes Academic Publishing
Pivx Scholar addresses predatory publishing by offering a transparent and fair peer-review process. Researchers can receive compensation in Pivx for their contributions, ensuring they are rewarded for their work and fostering a sustainable funding environment within academia.Migrating Existing Publications
Our streamlined import process allows researchers to transfer their publications from other platforms to Pivx Scholar in just a few minutes, removing barriers to adoption.Key Features
- Transparent Peer Review: Ensures reviews by qualified experts.
- No Publication Fees: Making publishing accessible.
- Incentives: Reviewers earn Pivx for valuable feedback.
- Seamless Migration: Easily import existing work from platforms like Google Scholar.
Development Status and Next Steps
Front-end development is nearly complete, with back-end development expected to finish in about two weeks. Afterward, we will focus on user onboarding during the first funding circle.Reason For Funding Request:
The requested funds will be allocated to marketing and outreach over the next three months, including targeted email campaigns, community engagement, conferences, and academic partnerships, as well as completing the platform's functionality.Phase 1: Direct Outreach and Engagement (8 Weeks)
- Direct email and LinkedIn outreach to academics.
- Incentivize early adopters with rewards.
Phase 2: Strategic Partnerships and Institutional Collaboration (4 Weeks)
- Partner with universities for smoother migration and adoption.
Marketing Strategy
- Emphasize Pivx Scholar’s commitment to transparency, integrity, and user empowerment.
- Support open access and academic freedom through social media and academic forums.
Sustainability
Pivx Scholar will ensure long-term sustainability through:- Organic SEO: Increased visibility when articles imported to the platform begin to appear on search engine results.
- Complementary Presence: Encouraging use as an additional platform to diversify researchers' visibility.
Benefits for Pivx
The success of Pivx Scholar will:- Create a Service Economy: Establish Pivx as the primary payment method for transactions on the platform.
- Increase Visibility and Elevate Brand Recognition: including the enhancement of Pivx’s reputation as a champion of integrity in academic publishing.
- Cross-Platform Benefit: Attract readers and boost overall traffic across the Pivx network.
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