# Introduction Labda is a platform that connects **researchers** with individuals interested in **funding** scientific projects. Researchers can post their work, and supporters can fund these projects using tokens. Each project is assigned a cost in "Research Points" tied to the value of Labda's tokens or ETH. The system operates on a **private** blockchain, where users can also earn tokens by staking as validators, following a Proof of Stake model. Participants in the Labda ecosystem take on specific roles. Validators maintain the network by holding tokens and earning rewards. Researchers use tokens or ETH to fund their projects through the marketplace. Blockchain scientists address challenges posed by researchers, earning Research Points as **compensation**. Labda aims to create a collaborative environment for advancing science, supported by a transparent, blockchain-based economic system. #### Feel free to check out our socials: Twitter:[https://x.com/labdaeth](https://www.labda.orghttps/t.me/labdaethhttps://x.com/labdaethhttps://labda.gitbook.io/introduction)\ Telegram: [https://t.me/labdaeth](https://www.labda.orghttps/t.me/labdaethhttps://x.com/labdaethhttps://labda.gitbook.io/introduction)\ Website: \[ ]\() --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://labda.gitbook.io/introduction/readme.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.