DeSci Lagos

​DeSci Lagos by Borderless Science

​📅 Date & Time: December 5th - 6th (Two Full Days)

​📍 Location: University of Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria (Day 2) 💻 Virtual Platform: Online for Day 1, Academic Track

​DeSci Lagos, a two-day conference exploring how decentralized technologies (Web3) can accelerate scientific discovery and empower researchers, with a special focus on use cases in Africa. This event is a critical gathering for scientists, researchers, Web3 enthusiasts, founders, and innovators.

​Event Structure & Themes

​DeSci Lagos is structured to maximize both academic rigor and community engagement through a hybrid format:

​Day 1: Virtual Academia & Global Research

​(Online Focus: Encouraging Young Researchers & Open Access)

​A dedicated virtual track for the global research community. This day focuses on peer-to-peer knowledge sharing and includes:

• ​Virtual Paper Presentations: Researchers present their latest papers and findings, focusing on the intersection of science and decentralization.

• ​Virtual Poster Sessions: Opportunities for young researchers to showcase their work and engage with a wider audience.

• ​The goal is to move research into the open, transparent frameworks of DeSci.

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​Day 2: Physical Breakthrough & Community Gathering

​ High-Impact Panels, Keynotes, and Networking)

​The physical gathering in Lagos brings together thought leaders for in-depth discussions on real-world impact. This high-energy day will feature:

• ​Breakthrough Research Showcase: Dynamic, short presentations by top researchers.

• ​Keynote Presentations: Visionary talks from leaders in science, Web3, and biotech.

• ​Panel Conversations: Focused discussions led by experts on critical topics, including:

  • ​Scaling products from research – Exploring how DeSci can accelerate product development, access, and funding for breakthroughs.

  • ​Other topics on Finance protocols, bridging TradSci (Traditional Science) and Web3.

​Live Demonstrations & Networking

​Experience the tools building the future of science.

• ​Web3 Tools for Science: Live demos of practical decentralized applications for research collaboration and data sharing.

• ​Project demos: Presentation of science products and breakthroughs scalable by the blockchain

​Special Perks for Attendees

​✨ Network with Thought Leaders – Engage directly with Community builders, Business leaders, innovators, and DeSci founders from across the continent and the globe.

​⚠ Seats Are Limited for the Day 2 Physical Event – Secure your spot now to be part of this groundbreaking conference.

​More details on the speaker lineup and detailed agenda will be posted soon! Sign up now to not miss any updates about DeSci Lagos!