# MetaDAO GMU Futarchy Research Funding Proposal

**Status:** Active (as of 2026-03-23)
**Type:** Academic research grant
**Category:** Public goods / Strategic research

## Overview

MetaDAO proposed allocating funds to support academic futarchy research at George Mason University, where Robin Hanson (the inventor of futarchy) is based.

## Strategic Context

The proposal represents a natural alignment between the leading futarchy protocol implementation (MetaDAO) and the academic foundation of the concept. According to community discussion, the proposal was framed as funding futarchy research broadly, not just a personal grant to Hanson.

## Strategic Logic

- **Public goods:** Funding fundamental research in futarchy benefits the entire ecosystem
- **Moat-building:** Academic legitimacy and research output strengthen MetaDAO's position as the primary futarchy implementation
- **Knowledge infrastructure:** Supporting theoretical development creates intellectual foundation for production systems

## Source

- Telegram conversation with @m3taversal, 2026-03-23
- X community discussion (referenced but not directly sourced)

## Notes

Full proposal text not available in source material. Outcome and specific funding amounts not yet determined.