Please describe your proposed solution.

BACKGROUND:

The dynamics and trends of today have shown an increase in global, multicultural and multi-lingual events and meetings. A research commissioned by Worldy and conducted by dimensional Research last year stated that " an increasing number of meetings and events are reaching more global audiences: 77 percent of corporate meeting and event planners indicated that they have experienced an increase in multilingual attendees over the past year, and 72 percent of them expect the number to continue to grow next year. Despite these increase, lot of people and communtiies are still struggling adjusting to this new reality and are either not prepared or ready to adjust to it. The same report states that "even with these increases, 42 percent of planners still report that they have limited or no experience using interpretation and translation at their events, and only 33 percent report that they regularly offer interpretation."

Of course, if there's a community where this is better understood it is the blockchain communities, because of the distributed and decentralized nature of its communities. Language barriers pose a significant challenge to effective communication and inclusive participation within decentralized blockchain communities and Cardano being a decentralized community is likely facing this. This research proposal aims to investigate and develop multilingual engagement frameworks to address this problem, with a specific focus on the Cardano Catalyst community. By conducting a case study, we seek to understand the core issues, propose innovative solutions, and demonstrate the impact of implementing these frameworks. Through rigorous analysis, engagement with community members, and quantitative and qualitative data collection, we aim to contribute to the academic discourse on enhancing multilingual interactions within decentralized blockchain ecosystems using the Catalyst community as a case study.

As the adoption and global reach of blockchain technology continue to expand, and that of Cardano it becomes imperative to develop multilingual engagement frameworks that accommodate diverse participants with varying linguistic backgrounds. This proposal aims to delve into the problem of language barriers, focusing on the Cardano Catalyst community as a case study, and propose comprehensive solutions to enable more inclusive and efficient communication.

PROBLEM STATEMENT:

The core problem at hand is the limited availability of robust multilingual engagement frameworks within decentralized blockchain communities, hindering effective communication and participation. This problem manifests during meetings, discussions, and collaborative activities where participants speak different languages, leading to reduced engagement, misunderstandings, and exclusion. Addressing this problem is crucial for fostering inclusive participation and harnessing the collective intelligence of diverse stakeholders.

METHODOLOGY:

1. To tackle the language barrier problem, this research proposal suggests a systematic approach involving in-depth analysis, development of multilingual engagement frameworks, and rigorous evaluation of their effectiveness. The proposed steps include:

• Conducting a comprehensive literature review to examine existing research on language barriers in decentralized blockchain communities.
• Employing qualitative research methods, such as interviews and surveys, to identify the specific challenges faced by the Cardano Catalyst community regarding multilingual interactions.
• Collaborating with language experts, community leaders, and participants to develop frameworks that facilitate effective communication and engagement across languages.
• Implementing and testing these frameworks within the Cardano Catalyst community, collecting quantitative and qualitative data to evaluate their impact on communication, inclusivity, and participation.
• Analyzing the findings and providing recommendations for further improvement and application of multilingual engagement frameworks in decentralized blockchain communities

BENEFIT OF THE RESEARCH STUDY:

The proposed research aims to demonstrate the tangible impact of implementing multilingual engagement frameworks within decentralized blockchain communities. By enabling effective communication and inclusive participation, these frameworks have the potential to enhance collaboration, knowledge sharing, and decision-making processes. The findings of this research will contribute to the academic understanding of multilingual interactions in decentralized ecosystems and provide practical guidance for community leaders, developers, and stakeholders seeking to foster inclusivity and overcome language barriers.

How does your proposed solution address the challenge and what benefits will this bring to the Cardano ecosystem?

Here is what this challenge is all about according to the challenge-setting question

What research and development is required to advance the state of the art of Catalyst and allow Catalyst to serve the community's needs better?

Our proposal seeks to answer this question by undertaking to research on a topic that is very critical to the Catalyst community. By undertaking this study we will come up with key answers and solutions that will help the community to serve the needs of all participants

How do you intend to measure the success of your project?

1. The completion of the research within the stipulated time frame
2. Writing and drafting a research paper from the work done
3. Publishing of the research in open decentralized platforms
4. Publishing of the research in an international peer-to-peer journal
5. Presentation of the research paper in an international conference
6. Adoption of the research outcomes by the Catalyst community.

Please describe your plans to share the outputs and results of your project?

Research Paper Writing and Drafting

Timescale: Month 1-4

Publishing the Research on Decentralized Platforms

Timescale: Month 3-5

Publishing the Research in an International Peer-to-Peer Journal

Timescale: Month 4-7

Presentation at an International Conference

Timescale: Month 6-7

Adoption of Research Outcomes by the Catalyst Community

Timescale: Month 7-8

It should be noted that the time overlap is not a mistake. While working on research you may have to start working on another milestone while the other is running congruently to be able to meet the set timelines

What is your capability to deliver your project with high levels of trust and accountability?

I have about 4 years of experience in researching, my research works have cut across different fields, from AI, to IoT, Agriculture, environment, blockchain, HR, human behaviors etc. I currently have about 7 research paper publications in reputable journals like the American Institute of Physics, IEEE etc, I have 2 patents under application and a Copyright on a book titled "Research writing for beginners". All these qualify me as one capable of handling this project.

Also, I had a fund9-funded proposal which was executed and brought to completion on time, this demonstrates that I can be trusted when it comes to meticulous mana management of funds.

What are the main goals for the project and how will you validate if your approach is feasible?

To research the multi-lingual barriers participants in the catalyst community are facing

To come up with sets of frameworks and recommendations for the community on the basis of the research done.

To write a concrete research paper on the basis of the research done

To publish the outcomes of research in different open and accessible decentralized platforms

To publish the research in an international peer-to-peer journal

To attend at least 1-3 conferences to speak about the research paper.

Please provide a detailed breakdown of your project’s milestones and each of the main tasks or activities to reach the milestone plus the expected timeline for the delivery.

Milestone 1: Research Paper Writing and Drafting

Activities

• Dedicate the initial months to conducting in-depth research, analyzing data, and formulating key findings and insights.
• Write and draft the research paper, ensuring it follows the academic writing style and includes appropriate citations and references.
• Collaborate with advisors or mentors for feedback and revisions to refine the research paper.

Publishing the Research on Decentralized Platforms

Activities

• Identify and select suitable decentralized platforms where the research paper can be published.
• Format and prepare the research paper according to the specific requirements of each platform.
• Submit the research paper to the chosen decentralized platforms, ensuring compliance with their submission guidelines.
• Engage with the decentralized community to promote and discuss the research, encouraging feedback and contributions.

Publishing the Research in an International Peer-to-Peer Journal

Activities

• Identify relevant peer-reviewed journals that align with the research topic and objectives.
• Adapt and refine the research paper to meet the specific submission guidelines of the target journal.
• Submit the research paper to the selected international peer-to-peer journal for review and potential publication.
• Respond to reviewer feedback and make necessary revisions to ensure the paper meets the journal's publication standards.

Presentation at an International Conference

Activities

• Identify reputable international conferences related to decentralized blockchain communities, multilingual interactions, or relevant fields.
• Submit an abstract or paper to the conference, highlighting the research objectives, methodology, and key findings.
• If accepted, prepare a presentation based on the research paper to share insights and engage with the conference attendees.
• Participate in discussions, networking sessions, and Q&A sessions to receive feedback, gain exposure, and foster collaborations.

Adoption of Research Outcomes by the Catalyst Community:

Activities

• Engage with the Cardano Catalyst community throughout the research process, seeking their feedback and input.
• Share updates on the research progress, findings, and outcomes with the community through relevant communication channels.
• Collaborate with community leaders and members to ensure the research outcomes are accessible and applicable to their needs.
• Encourage adoption and implementation of the research outcomes within the Catalyst community, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

Please describe the deliverables, outputs and intended outcomes of each milestone.

Milestone 1: Research and Paper Writing and Drafting

Deliverables:

• Report on meetings, engagements, surveys, interviews etc with different Catalyst community groups
• Completed research paper manuscript, following the structure of an academic paper.
• Well-documented methodology, data analysis, and findings.

Outputs:

• A comprehensive research paper outlining the problem, methodology, analysis, and key insights related to multilingual engagement frameworks in decentralized blockchain communities.
• Well-organized and referenced content showcasing the research's academic rigor and contribution to the field.

Milestone 2: Publishing the Research on Decentralized Platforms

Deliverables:

• Formatted versions of the research paper tailored to the requirements of decentralized platforms.
• Submissions made to selected decentralized platforms with appropriate metadata and supplementary materials.

Outputs:

• Publication of the research paper on decentralized platforms, making it accessible to a wider audience within the decentralized blockchain community.
• Engagement with the community through discussions, feedback, and potential collaborations, fostering knowledge exchange and further refinement of the research.

Milestone 3: Publishing the Research in an International Peer-to-Peer Journal

Deliverables:

• Revised version of the research paper addressing reviewer feedback and following the specific guidelines of the target journal.
• Submission made to an international peer-reviewed journal.

Outputs:

• Potential acceptance and publication of the research paper in an international peer-to-peer journal, establishing academic recognition and visibility for the research.
• Dissemination of the research findings to a broader academic audience, facilitating knowledge sharing and potential collaborations.

Milestone 4: Presentation at an International Conference

Deliverables:

• Prepared presentation slides based on the research paper, highlighting key findings and insights.
• Conference abstract or full paper submission.

Outputs:

• Opportunity to present the research at an international conference, enabling engagement with experts, researchers, and practitioners in the field.
• Feedback, discussion, and potential collaborations arising from the conference presentation, enriching the research and facilitating further exploration of multilingual engagement frameworks.

Milestone 5: Adoption of Research Outcomes by the Catalyst Community

Deliverables:

• Communication materials (e.g., blog posts, reports) summarizing the research findings and their potential application within the Catalyst community.
• Collaborative efforts with community leaders to explore the implementation of multilingual engagement frameworks based on the research outcomes.

Outputs:

• Increased awareness and understanding of the research within the Catalyst community.
• Potential integration of the research outcomes into community initiatives, governance structures, or decision-making processes, fostering more inclusive and effective multilingual engagement.

Please provide a detailed budget breakdown of the proposed work and resources.

Milestone 1: Research Paper Writing and Drafting

• Researcher's time and effort on researching: 320 hours (80 hours per month) x 200 ADA(hourly rate )= 64000 ADA
• Researchers' time and effort on writing: 200 hours (50 hours per month) x 200 ADA hourly rate = 40,000 ADA
• Research materials and subscriptions for 4 months: 4000 ADA
• Project Management Cost for 4 months: 12000 ADA
• Total estimated budget: 120,000

Milestone 2: Publishing the Research on Decentralized Platforms

• Formatting and preparation for decentralized platforms: 2500 ADA
• Submission fees on different platforms: 4000 ADA
• Drafting of paper into different formats(Video, poster, blogs etc) for different platforms: 5000 ADA
• Project Management cost: 4000 ADA
• Total estimated budget: 15500 ADA

Milestone 3: Publishing the Research in an International Peer-to-Peer Journal

• Journal submission fees9varies depending on journal): 12000 ADA
• Potential publication fees (where applicable): 12000 (varies depending on the journal)
• Project Management cost: 4000 ADA
• Total estimated budget: 28000 ADA

Milestone 4: Presentation at an International Conference (Month 6-7)

• Conference registration fees: 2000 ADA - (varies depending on the conference)
• Travel expenses for at least 2 researchers: 25,000 ADA(flights, accommodation, meals)
• Total estimated budget: 27000 ADA

Milestone 5: Adoption of Research Outcomes by the Catalyst Community

• Communication materials production: 4000 ADA (e.g., blog posts, reports)
• Collaboration with community leaders: No direct cost, but may involve time and effort
• Total estimated budget: Communication materials production cost
• Project Management cost: 4000 ADA

Additional Considerations:

• Research tools and software licenses: 2500 ADA
• Miscellaneous expenses (printing, postage, etc.): 2500 ADA
• Total estimated budget: 5000 ADA

Budget Total: 120,000+ 15,500 + 28000 + 27000 + 4000 +5000 =199,500 ADA

Who is in the project team and what are their roles?

UBIO OBU: Ubio Obu is the CEO of Remostart, a blockchain and AI researcher. Ubio has about 4 years of experience in researching, his research works have cut across different fields, from AI, to IoT, Agriculture, environment, blockchain, HR, human behaviors etc. I currently have about 7 research paper publications in reputable journals like the American Institute of Physics, IEEE etc, I have 2 patents under application and a Copyright on a book titled "Research writing for beginners". All these qualify me as one capable of handling this project as the project manager.

Also, I had a fund9-funded proposal which was executed and brought to completion on time, this demonstrates that I can be trusted when it comes to meticulous management of funds.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ubio-obu-71927276/

https://github.com/ubiodee

Dr. Dongre Snehalata: A lecturer with over 10 years of lecturing experience. She is the Head of the Department of Computer Science and Engineering GHRCE India. Her research area includes Data Science, Data Mining, Artififial Intelligence, Decision support system and Neural Networks.

She has more than 65 publications in Indexed journals and conferences including SCI,ESCI, Scopus, Springer, IEEE, etc. She has published one book on Data Stream Mining and published 2 Book chapters. Also have worked as Editor for Books. She has been granted with one patent. Registered one design and published four patents. One copyright has been registered by her. She has more than 1123 as Google citations with 11 as the h-index and i10 index is 13.

She is also a member of professional bodies like IEEE, ISTE, IACSIT, ACM etc.

She is a reviewer for reputed journals and conferences including Interscience, evolving systems, reputed conferences, journals, etc. She has guided many Projects at the UG level and PG Levels. She is also the Faculty Coordinator for the IEEE CS student chapter. She has also led the Center of Excellence Data Science. She has completed the AICTE-funded MODROB project as Project coordinator. She has organized a number of conferences, STTPs, training, workshops, and summits. During her leadership of her as head of Computer Science and Engineering department got Best Department Runner-up Award for the session 2021-22 and Best Department Winner Award for the session 2022-23 by the Institute.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-snehlata-dongre-336400103/

https://scholar.google.co.in/citations?user=IGCOkesAAAAJ&hl=en

https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Snehlata-Dongre

Iniobong Ekpin: is a Strategic communication and Knowledge management professional with a master's degree in strategic communication and public relations. With experience in service and diplomatic mission agencies, Iniobong brings a detail-oriented, enthusiastic, and

competent approach to work. Her expertise includes providing administrative, operational, and

technical support for multiple projects, and working effectively as a dedicated team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written). She has worked in dynamic and challenging environments, demonstrating a strong ability to adapt to changing priorities while multi-tasking effectively with strong organizational and time management skills. She is a member of the National Institute of Management, Nigeria, and have consistently demonstrated my superior capacity for understanding and applying new concepts correctly. She will be a team member for this project.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/iniobong-ekpin-76081b159

Dr. Kotadi Chinnaiah: A professor of the Computer Science and Engineering department, his major works have been int he fields of Healthcare, Artificial Intelligence, and Blockchain. He is vast in the field of research and has about 50+ research publications in international and reputable journals. He is a researcher for this project

https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Kotadi-Chinnaiah

How does the cost of the project represent value for money for the Cardano ecosystem?

I estimated the hourly rate to pay research scientists using the global standard average

https://www.ziprecruiter.com/Salaries/Research-Scientist-Salary-per-Hour

I estimated the rate for paying project managers using global standards as well

https://www.ziprecruiter.com/Salaries/Global-Project-Manager-Salary