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description: The 4 pillars of the Mushroom Protocol ecosystem
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# Fundamentals

1. Increase in science funding in LATAM
2. Decentralized funding for science
3. New investors in biotechnology&#x20;
4. DeFi for biotech development

### Increase in science funding in LATAM

Funding remains a challenge for many scientists in LATAM. Our goal is to facilitate access to new sources of funding by offering innovative solutions through blockchain technology and promoting collaboration between investors and entrepreneurs.

### Decentralized funding for science

Decentralization of science funding allows innovative projects to receive support from a wider community of global investors. This increases funding opportunities and promotes scientific research worldwide.

### New investors in biotechnology&#x20;

We enable any user to invest in biotechnology, democratizing access to investment opportunities in a key sector for the future. In this way, we encourage innovation in biotechnology and promote a more sustainable future.

### DeFi for biotech development

We encourage investment in biotechnology by implementing DeFi, allowing investors to generate returns through Staking, Farms, Vaults, and other decentralized financial products. All of this enables investors to have greater control over their investments and provides them with greater opportunities.
