The Solution to Science's BIGGEST PROBLEM | Kevin Noessler

What if we could reinvent intellectual property for science? In this episode of Molecule’s DeSci Podcast, Kevin Noessler - Product Head at Molecule - joins us to talk about the next frontier of DeSci Science: Proof of Invention.Kevin unpacks how Molecule is building infrastructure for decentralized IP creation, ownership, and attribution. This episode zooms in on how DeSci tools can validate and tokenize early-stage scientific ideas—before patents or papers.We cover:• Kevin’s background and his role in shaping Molecule’s product roadmap• What “Proof of Invention” really means—and how it works onchain• Rethinking IP and scientific reputation through cryptographic primitives• UX challenges when designing for biotech DAOs• The difference between building SaaS vs protocols in DeSci• How open-source values translate into credible scientific infrastructureWhether you’re an innovator, researcher, or builder—this episode is a roadmap for the future of intellectual property in science.⏱ Timestamps:00:00 - Intro01:10 - Kevin’s background & journey to Molecule05:00 - What does a Product Head do in a decentralized org?09:20 - SaaS vs Protocol: Rethinking product building13:00 - Contributors, not customers: the shift in stakeholder models17:15 - UX challenges for onchain science tools21:40 - What makes a product work in DeSci?26:00 - Building with researchers in mind30:30 - Kevin’s long-term vision for Molecule35:00 - Advice for builders entering DeSci39:20 - Outro ________🔔 Subscribe to stay updated: https://www.youtube.com/@Molecule_dao/?sub_confirmation=1______If you prefer listening to podcasts on audio apps, feel free to search for "The DeSci Podcast" on Spotify, Google Podcasts & Apple Podcasts. You'll also find all links to the podcast apps below.If you want to join us on the show as a speaker or have guest ideas, please shoot us an mail at podcast@molecule.to______Special thanks to: - Kevin Noessler: https://x.com/Noesslek- Ella McCarthy-Page: https://x.com/EMcCarthyPage______Let's connect: Website: https://bit.ly/3d6nh2CTwitter: https://twitter.com/Molecule_daoDiscord: https://discord.gg/ZHGpJQzeTqMolecule - The future of medicine belongs to everyone