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StarChain DataStore Reaches Major Milestone by Unifying 500 Terabytes of Astronomical Data

The vast amount of data now available on the StarChain platform includes information from ground-based telescopes, space telescopes, and sky surveys. This milestone demonstrates blockchain's potential to store scientific data in an open and accessible manner, enhancing collaboration and innovation.

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StarChain Announces $10 Million Financing Round For Open-Beta Rollout of Revolutionary Blockchain Ecosystem

Built by a team of blockchain experts, data scientists and astronomers. StarChain provides a decentralized network capable of aggregating, validating and interpreting scientific data using blockchain and AI technology. The project will launch with a focus on astrophysics before expanding into other fields of study.

Our Solutions

DataStore
DataStore

StarChain DataStore is a decentralized data repository which unifies scientific data from dozens of different sources to create a universally accessible, single source of data. Changing the way scientific data is stored and shared.

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StarChain AI
StarChain AI

StarChain AI is a data validation & interpretation tool which harnesses the power of artificial intelligence to sift through DataStore’s vast datasets, identifying anomalies and errors which might escape traditional analysis.

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DataStore
StarChain Token

Quality data is essential for the growth of StarChain’s ecosystem. By incentivizing data contributions with StarChain Tokens, we encourage active participation and foster a network of trusted data sources.

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Our Partners

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Our Team

Dr. Lucas Meijer
Dr. Lucas Meijer

CSO, PhD Theoretical Astrophysics

Michael Lobrecht
Michael Lobrecht

CEO, former ESA engineer

Andrej Kulikov
Andrej Kulikov

CTO, Data Engineer

Join Our Ecosystem

Are you an astronomer? Join the ecosystem and become an integral part of the StarChain community, by choosing a role that suits your skills and interests. Whether you’re contributing data, conducting research, or ensuring the quality of information, there’s a place for you in our ecosystem.

Become a
Data Contributor

Join the StarChain network as a Data Contributor and  upload valuable data while earning rewards in StarChain Tokens (STRC). Embrace the future of data sharing and rewards with StarChain today!

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Become a
Researcher

Streamline your research processes with lightning-fast data access and groundbreaking AI analysis tools. Join the data revolution and make groundbreaking discoveries at an unprecedented pace

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Become a
Peer Reviewer

As a Reviewer, you’ll evaluate submissions from Data Contributors and Researchers, maintaining high standards and verifying the integrity of information. Earn rewards in exchange for your valuable work.

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Ecosystem

How StarChain works

StarChain revolutionizes astronomical research by making data more accessible, analysis more efficient, and contributions more rewarding. Our platform leverages blockchain and artificial intelligence to empower scientists worldwide, fostering a collaborative environment that accelerates discoveries and democratizes knowledge. Here’s how StarChain brings the universe closer to you.

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Data upload to DataStore

StarChain DataStore is a decentralized knowledge repository designed to unify scientific data. By uploading data to the DataStore, researchers contribute to a single, comprehensive database which is open to everyone. This innovative system eliminates the current fragmentation and isolation of data, ensuring that every piece of information is readily accessible for open research and exploration.

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AI Validation and Interpretation

Once the data is uploaded, StarChain AI takes over. This advanced tool leverages artificial intelligence to analyze and validate the dataset. It autonomously detects anomalies and patterns that might escape traditional analysis, ensuring the integrity and accuracy of the data stored in DataStore. By continuously learning and adapting, StarChain AI makes complex data interpretation more efficient and accessible.

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Token Rewards for Contributors

To maintain a steady influx of high-quality data, StarChain incentivizes contributions through its native cryptocurrency, the StarChain Token (STRC). Researchers and institutions that provide valuable, verifiable data to the ecosystem are rewarded with STRC tokens. This not only fosters a vibrant community of contributors but also ensures continuous innovation and collaboration in astronomical research.

Roadmap

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Foundational Stage
  • Define the project’s mission and core values.
  • Conduct initial research and feasibility studies
  • Develop a project plan the scope, timeline, resources, and budget.
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Proof of Concept
  • Initiate token presale
  • Develop testnet prototype of DataStore
  • Obtain peer opinions and iterate based on them
  • Develop testnet prototype of StarChain AI
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Beta Phase
  • Develop and deploy StarChain’s beta
  • Obtain feedback from beta testers
  • Start incentive program for contributions
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Data Collection
  • Gather available public astronomical data
  • Secure partnerships for access to proprietary data
  • Prepare data for aggregation and AI training (eg. normalization)
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Launch & Expansion
  • Launch StarChain’s ecosystem to the public
  • Secure partnerships with incumbant research organisations.
  • Expand to different fields of research

Roadmap

Roadmap

1

Foundational Stage
  • Define the project’s mission and core values.
  • Conduct initial research and feasibility studies
  • Develop a project plan the scope, timeline, resources, and budget.

2

Proof of Concept
  • Initiate token presale
  • Develop testnet prototype of DataStore
  • Obtain peer opinions and iterate based on them
  • Develop testnet prototype of StarChain AI

3

Beta Phase
  • Develop and deploy StarChain’s beta
  • Obtain feedback from beta testers
  • Start incentive program for contributions

4

Data Collection
  • Gather available public astronomical data
  • Secure partnerships for access to proprietary data
  • Prepare data for aggregation and AI training (eg. normalization)

5

Launch Expansion
  • Launch StarChain’s ecosystem to the public
  • Secure partnerships with incumbant research organisations.
  • Expand to different fields of research

Meet the worldwide community

Join a fast-growing community of developers and innovators connected all over the world, building the new era of scientific data.

Announcements

Announcements

Join our announcements group to stay up to date with the progress of StarChain..

Community Chat

Community Chat

Ask questions and chat with the community on Telegram.

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Follow @StarChainDev on X to join our community and learn more about the ecosystem.

Linked in

Linkedin

Follow StarChainDev on Linkedin to find our open positions and learn more about the team..

Developer Chat

Developer Chat

Have technical questions about StarChain’s tools? Ask a developer on the researcher discord.