Eden Fractal's mission includes collaborative research to advance our understanding of how communities can coordinate more effectively. Research contributions help us improve our existing processes, explore new possibilities, and share knowledge with the broader ecosystem.
Research contributions can include:
- Process Documentation: Studying how fractal governance processes work in practice, documenting patterns, and capturing what makes implementations effective.
- Practitioner Interviews: Interviewing community members and experienced practitioners to capture institutional knowledge and preserve lessons learned.
- Comparative Analysis: Exploring how other communities implement similar processes and synthesizing learnings from across the ecosystem.
- Innovation Research: Investigating novel approaches to coordination mechanisms, analyzing different game designs and consensus processes, and proposing improvements.
- Theoretical Engagement: Engaging deeply with existing literature and theory around fractal democracy, connecting academic work to practical implementation.
Research that examines what's working well, identifies areas for improvement, and proposes innovations helps Eden Fractal evolve. Newcomers bring fresh perspectives and can identify gaps in our materials and processes that experienced members might overlook, while experienced practitioners can direct research toward the most pressing needs and translate insights into practical improvements.
We encourage researchers to engage with the community, share their findings in discussions, and help translate insights into practical applications.