> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://pumpscience.gitbook.io/pump.science/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://pumpscience.gitbook.io/pump.science/the-protocol/crypto-powered-science.md). # crypto powered science ## Token Creation and Launch ### **Custom Bonding Curve** Each token launch launched on pump.science begins with a custom bonding curve, identical to the parameters used on pump.fun. The bonding curve ensures that tokens start at an initial market cap of \~$4k USD. As liquidity is added, the price increases along the bonding curve, and at a liquidity threshold of 40 SOL, liquidity is migrated to an automated market maker, Meteora. ### Migration to AMM and Initiating Research Once the token’s market cap reaches 133 SOL (Solana’s native cryptocurrency), the bonding curve closes, and: * 35 SOL is migrated to Meteora AMM for trading * 5 SOL is used to pay for the first experiment in worms * The worm experiment begins streaming directly to users on pump.science ### Dynamic Fees on the Bonding Curve **pump.science** implements a dynamic fee structure to deter sniper bots, which can front-run transactions from average users. This mechanism helps create a more level playing field for participants by discouraging automated exploits during initial token sales. * **Bot Deterrence:** The dynamic fee structure is specifically designed to reduce front-running by sniper bots. * **Early Period Risk:** The first 150 slots have an extremely high fee (99.99%), which can severely reduce the number of tokens you receive. * **Monitoring Activity:** Between slots 150 and 250, the fee rapidly decreases. This is a critical window for purchasing if the token sale is in high demand. * **Stay Prepared:** If you anticipate a “hot” launch, it’s important to track the slot progression and decide when the fee is acceptable for your bidding strategy. * **Potential Early Sell-Out:** All tokens may be allocated before reaching slot 250, so plan your bids accordingly to avoid missing out. #### Fee Stages

fees on the pump.science bonding curve over time

**1. Initial High Fee (First 1000 Slots, \~5 Minutes)** * **Fee:** 99.99% * **Impact:** For every 10,000 SOL you bid, only 1 SOL worth of tokens is purchased. * **Rationale:** This extremely high fee is designed to prevent sniper bots from instantly buying up tokens at launch. * **User Consideration:** Bidding during this period is strongly discouraged unless you are aware of the fee implications. **2. Linear Fee Reduction (1000-2000 Slots, \~5 Minutes)** * **Fee:** Gradually decreases from 99.99% to 1%. * **Impact:** This is the most active purchase window for highly anticipated (“hot”) tokens. * **Rationale:** The fee drops linearly, allowing both human users and bots to compete on a more even footing. * **User Consideration:** Monitor transaction volume and decide at what fee level you are comfortable purchasing. Activity is likely to be high during this window, so timing is crucial for obtaining tokens. **3. Reduced Fee (After 250 Slots)** * **Fee:** Stabilizes at 1%. * **Impact:** The fee remains at 1% for the remainder of the sale. * **Rationale:** By this point, the initial rush has subsided, and the fee normalizes. * **User Consideration:** Tokens may sell out before reaching slot 2000, so if you want to participate, be ready to bid during earlier slots. ### Dynamic Fees on the Automated Market Maker
#### 1. **Linear Fee** Reduction (0–2 minutes) * **Fee:** Gradually decreases from 50% to 1.99% over two minutes * **Impact:** Purchasers in the first 2 minutes pay a relatively high fee. This deters opportunistic “sniping” immediately after launch but still allows early access for those who accept the cost. * **Rationale:** The fee drops linearly, allowing both human users and bots to compete on a more even footing. Bots can’t rely on a static rule, while human traders can strategize when the tradeoff between speed and fee feels right. * **User Consideration:** If you want to buy tokens right away, be aware that a % of your purchase value goes to fees. This window is best suited for those who prioritize immediate ownership over fee savings. *** #### 2. **Long-Term Fee (After 2 minutes)** * **Fee:** 1.99% * **Impact:** After linearly decreasing for 2 minutes, the fee stabilizes at 1.99%. This establishes a predictable and economical baseline for ongoing trading and participation. * **Rationale:** By lowering the fee, more participants can buy in at a more reasonable rate, while still controlling excessive speculation. * **User Consideration:** From this point forward, the fee remains unchanged. Users can participate with clarity on what costs apply, without needing to time their entry against further adjustments. *** ## How Trading Fees Fund Research Progression * Research is funded through LP fees generated by trading activity. * The migrated liquidity is locked in the Meteora pool; however, LP tokens are not burned. * Instead, claim authority over the LP tokens is granted to pump.science, allowing the platform to use LP fees for research funding. * 70% of LP fees go to the research * 25% of LP fees go to pump.science as a platform fee * 5% of LP fees go to the the compound submitter (dev) Here are the total fees required to afford experiments in each animal: 1. To Worms: If the token generates **$500 in fees,** the compound advances to worms. 2. To Flies: If the token generates **$1,500 in fees,** the compound advances to flies. 3. To Mice: If the token generates **$7,000 in fees,** the compound advances to mice. 4. To Humans: If the token generates **$25,000 in fees**, the compound advances to humans. This tokenomics model aligns incentives across traders, researchers, and long-term token holders, creating a sustainable ecosystem for funding scientific discovery. ## Airdrop Mechanism **The pump.science airdrop mechanism rewards holders of the best-performing compound in each animal model.** **Here's how it works:**\ Holders of pump.science tokens for the top-performing compound in a given category receive airdrops from future token launches. The allocation is determined on a pro-rata basis—based on the relative value of each wallet's holdings—thereby incentivizing long-term participation in token launches to secure future airdrop rewards. ## Token Issuance * **1B** total supply * **700M tokens** are issued along the bonding curve * Upon migration to the LP, **250M tokens** and **35 SOL** are transferred to the LP * **50M tokens** are distributed via a Streamflow airdrop *to the top 100 holders of each King of the Pill compound.* The top performing compounds that receive airdrops are below: * Worms (Longevity): [Omipalisib, OMIPAL (+37.2%)](https://pump.science/experiments/$OMIPAL?mint=QhTnsX1EP84LeY3xZZND6V9mVp2oos6HjY5QCDAdrug\&exp=44dcc32b-9eb1-40a4-8c52-4b30e4344d9f) * Flies (Longevity): [Urolithin A, URO (+20.13%)](https://pump.science/experiments/URO?mint=FvgqHMfL9yn39V79huDPy3YUNDoYJpuLWng2JfmQpump\&exp=7fda0b1a-a19c-4566-a05b-27d1d150ea6b) * Mice: TBD * Humans (VO2max): TBD * 25% of the airdrop is allocated to each animal, and claiming period is 1 month. If tokens have not been claimed in 1 month, they are burned.