ResearchCoin

Explore the tokenomics of ResearchCoin (RSC) and review the project details below.

What is the allocation & supply schedule forResearchCoin (RSC) ?

ResearchCoin (RSC) is the native token of ResearchHub, designed to accelerate scientific research by incentivizing contributions within its community. The total supply of RSC is capped at 1,000,000,000 tokens, with distribution planned over a 12-year period starting from the Token Generation Event (TGE) on August 1, 2020.

Allocation Breakdown:

• Community and Users (60%): Allocated to ResearchHub's community and users, with a maximum emission rate of 5% per year. This allocation rewards users for valuable contributions, such as sharing research, curating content, and engaging in discussions. Research Hub Docs
• ResearchHub Technologies, Inc. (20%): Reserved for the parent company to support platform development, operations, and strategic initiatives. Research Hub Docs
• Founders (10%): Set aside for the founders of ResearchHub, recognizing their initial contributions and commitment to the platform's vision. Research Hub Docs
• Future Employees (10%): Reserved for future employees, subject to individual vesting schedules, to attract and retain talent essential for the platform's growth. Research Hub Docs

Emission Schedule:

The emission schedule is structured to align with the platform's long-term vision:

• Community Emissions: Up to 5% of the total supply can be distributed annually to the community. However, as of November 2023, the actual emission rate has been below this threshold for the past 24 months, indicating a conservative approach to token distribution. Research Hub Docs
• ResearchHub Foundation: May receive tokens based on a predetermined schedule, with a maximum emission of 1% per year. These tokens are used to compensate representatives and contributors, ensuring sustained development and community engagement.