PDP-21: ICPR 2026 Partnership Proposal

Author: Steven Fülle
Date: February 26, 2026
Target Event: ICPR 2026 (Haarlem, Netherlands | June 4-6)
Budget Request: €8.750 in ETH + PSY tokens to pay for extra tickets

Executive Summary

This proposal seeks to establish PsyDAO as a core infrastructure partner at Europe’s leading psychedelic research conference (ICPR). The intention is to showcase our flagship projects, educate professionals on the potential of DeSci, and onboard contributors to our ecosystem.

Strategic Rationale

Why this specific activation fits our Q2 2026 goals:

• The "Opsy" Launchpad: We need a high-traffic physical environment to onboard researchers to the Opsy platform. A conference booth serves as an interactive "lab" where we can demo the UI live, sign up users for the waitlist, show how we handle data, and gather valuable feedback from professionals in the field.
• Graphsurfer Experience: We plan to provide people with an opportunity to play Graphsurfer, the world's first psychedelic video game. Funded by PsyDAO, released before GTA 6.
• Showcasing "Credibly Neutral" Infrastructure: ICPR attracts the exact academic demographic that is skeptical of corporate pharma but needs funding. By presenting PsyDAO as a builder of "credibly neutral" tools (IP commons, open data), we differentiate ourselves from traditional VC-backed sponsors.
• Co-Funding & Investor Relations: ICPR attracts philanthropic organizations, private donors, and institutional investors looking for viable projects. A physical presence allows us to:
  • Secure Co-Funders: Identify partners to split costs on upcoming deal flow initiatives (reducing our treasury burden).
  • Attract Future Capital: Demonstrate professional maturity and credibility to potential investors who can fund future PsyDAO spin-outs or treasury raises.

Package Deliverables

We are securing a comprehensive "Exhibitor & Brand" package that includes: A. Physical Activation (The Hub)

• Exhibition Booth: A dedicated physical space for the duration of the conference (June 4-6). This will be converted into an Opsy Demo Station and community hangout spot.
• Ceremonial Recognition: Verbal acknowledgement of PsyDAO’s support during the opening and closing ceremonies. B. Brand Visibility
• Digital Presence: Logo placement on the ICPR homepage, sponsor page (with backlinks), and footer of promotional emails sent to the 1,500+ attendee list.
• On-Site Branding: Logo inclusion on the conference booklet, physical banners, and intermission screens between sessions. C. Team Access
• Base Allocation: 4x Full Professional Conference Tickets + 4x Afterparty Tickets.
  • 5000€ for 2 tickets + 750€ for 3rd and 750€ equivalent PSY for 4th ticket

Activation Strategy

How we will maximize ROI for the DAO:

• The Symposium: We have submitted a proposal for a 1-hour symposium titled "Decentralizing Psychedelic Science." This slot will feature lightning talks from our ecosystem (Opsy, IP Commons, Art & Research Fellowships etc.) to drive traffic immediately to our booth.
• The Booth Experience The Booth will serve as the meeting place for in-depth conversations and the distribution of merchandise and educational materials. Ideally, it will also feature a live dashboard showing analysis of incoming OPSY.
• Education & Networking: Our team will be there as ambassadors for PsyDAO and DeSci at large. It will be our mission at all times to onboard potential contributors to our network.

Financial Breakdown

Item: Core Sponsorship Package -> Cost: €5,750 + 750 equivalent PSY -> Source: Comms WG Item: Booth Production & Merch -> Cost: ~€500 -> Source: Comms WG Item: Travel & Accomodation -> Cost: ~2.500€ -> Source: Comms WG

Total Ask: 8750€ in ETH + 750€ in PSY

You can view the symposium submission notes here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1NTiaHUxpkyAaStx1mPsionW5-dS4AbaP9EOWOPSd_zw/edit?tab=t.yifkh33h6shk