What if meme coins could be leveraged for something more meaningful beyond speculation, hype, and the occasional rug pull?
How about scientific research and extending human life?
That’s the vision behind Pump.Science, a decentralized science protocol inspired by the popular Solana-based meme coin launchpad, Pump.Fun.
On Thursday, Pump.Science opened the doors to its online storefront, where the public can purchase supplements created by researchers utilizing the platform.
The first product, Urolithin A, claims to support cellular health by restoring mitophagy, which recycles damaged mitochondria to boost energy and counter age-related decline.
As Pump.Science co-founder Benjamin Leibowitz explained that the FDA's oversight of supplements varies based on several factors, including their ingredients and whether they have a history of safe consumption in common foods.
"Only supplements that meet specific criteria must go through the FDA,” Leibowitz told Decrypt. “Things that are naturally occurring, that have been in...
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