# What are the FunDeSci NFTs? ### **Introduction to NFTs on FunDeSci** Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) are a cornerstone of the FunDeSci platform, acting as both a means of participation in funding and a unique digital asset that represents support for scientific endeavors. In our ecosystem, NFTs carry a dual significance: they are commemorative tokens for crowdfunders and assets for auction participants. ### **Minting NFTs** Minting an NFT on FunDeSci is an automated process tied to funding activities: 1. **Crowdfunding Contributions**: Each contribution to a crowdfunding project automatically initiates the minting of a commemorative NFT. 2. **Auction Project Creation**: When a project is created under the Fundraising Auction model, the project's NFT is minted ahead of the auction. ### **Buying and Selling NFTs** NFTs created on FunDeSci can be bought and sold, providing a secondary market and potential for appreciation: * **Initial Acquisition**: NFTs are initially acquired either through funding in the crowdfunding model or by winning an auction. * **Secondary Market**: Owners can sell their NFTs on the FunDeSci marketplace or other compatible secondary markets. * **Royalties**: Original project creators can receive royalties from secondary sales, providing ongoing funding for their research. ### **Understanding NFT Utility** NFTs on FunDeSci are not just digital collectibles; they represent a deeper connection to the scientific projects they are associated with. Holders can have pride in knowing they've contributed to the advancement of science. Additionally, NFTs might grant holders certain privileges such as access to project results, special updates, or direct communication with researchers. ### **Managing Your NFTs** Within your FunDeSci account, you will be able to: * **View Your NFT Collection**: See all the NFTs you have received or won through your contributions and bids. * **Display and Share**: Showcase your NFTs on your profile and share them on social media or other platforms. ### **Security and Authenticity** Every NFT on FunDeSci is a verifiable asset on the blockchain, ensuring its authenticity and security. Ownership is transparent and cannot be disputed thanks to the immutable record of the blockchain. --- # 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://fundesci.gitbook.io/docs/nfts-in-fundesci/what-are-the-fundesci-nfts.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.