Valence Labs

Valence Labs is an AI research engine powered by Recursion, dedicated to decoding biology to improve drug discovery. They focus on developing computational models, or 'virtual cells,' to predict, explain, and discover biological phenomena, leveraging large datasets, supercomputing power, and interdisciplinary talent. They also contribute to the open-source community with initiatives like OpenQDC.

Valence Labs, as Recursion's AI research engine, aligns well with the concept of a bleeding-edge project incubator and rapid prototype development, focusing on novel AI models for drug discovery. Their emphasis on 'Predict, Explain, Discover' and the development of 'virtual cells' demonstrates a commitment to incubating and prototyping advanced technologies. The 'Publications' section and the introduction of 'OpenQDC' indicate a modular project portfolio and a blueprint repository. While not explicitly a 'decentralized' platform, their open-source contributions and community engagement suggest an open contributor network and communication channels. The focus on AI research, particularly the 'Cognitive Engine Scaffold' (though not explicitly named as such, the concept of an AI engine for understanding biological interactions is present), further strengthens the match. The funding platform aspect is not directly evident, as they are 'powered by Recursion'.