Historical Context: The Art of Patronage
Throughout history, great minds have achieved monumental breakthroughs with the support of patrons. From the Medici's supporting Renaissance artists like Michelangelo and Galileo to Alfred Nobel funding the sciences, patronage has been a cornerstone of intellectual and artistic progress. This tradition, where individuals or institutions sponsor promising talents, has enabled transformative discoveries and creations that shape the world.

The Challenge of Molecular Design in the Modern Era
Today, humanity faces urgent challenges, including the rising threat of antibiotic-resistant bacteria. As a Master's student in Computer Science at Université Laval & Mila Quebec AI Institute, I am dedicating my research to molecular design with the goal of creating novel antibiotics. By leveraging cutting-edge AI techniques, my work aims to contribute to this critical fight against superbugs—a challenge of global significance.

What I Am Looking For
Ideally, I would raise up to $12,000 CAD per year for two years. This financial backing would enable me to devote myself entirely to my research. The time and focus gained would allow me to achieve greater depth, accelerate progress, and maximize the impact of my work.

Your support could be a transformative force, enabling me to focus entirely on this critical work without the distractions of financial strain. Together, we could contribute to solving one of the most pressing health challenges of our time: the development of novel antibiotics to combat resistant bacteria.

The Reality of Funding Graduate Studies
Graduate students often face a tough financial reality. Scholarships and research grants are competitive and limited, and they rarely cover the full cost of living. Meanwhile, the rising cost of living compounds the challenge, making it increasingly difficult to balance part-time work with intensive academic research. For many, this financial strain slows progress and compromises the ability to focus fully on meaningful research.

About me

I graduated from Concordia University with an honors degree in Pure and Applied Mathematics, with a 4.14/4.3 GPA. As a top graduating student in a math & stats program, I was awarded the Eric O'Connor Mathematics Medal by the Faculty of Arts and Science. I am a top 0.5% user on math.stackexchange.com. I twice scored in the 8th percentile in the Putnam mathematics competition. Although I remain interested in pure mathematics, I have chosen to pursue a practical field of research in order to maximize my positive social impact.

What You Get in Return
Becoming a patron of this research is not just an investment in science; it is a legacy. Here’s what I offer in gratitude for your support:

• Eternal Gratitude: Your generosity will have a profound impact on my journey, and I will never forget your role in enabling this important work.

• Acknowledgement in My Thesis: For donations of $500 or more, your name or organization will be prominently acknowledged in my thesis and all related publications as a supporter of this groundbreaking research, if you wish.

• A Collaborative Future: If desired, I would be thrilled to explore opportunities for collaboration, whether in the form of consultations, projects, or further research initiatives.

• A Symbol of Change: You will be a key figure in tackling one of the most pressing health crises of our time, with your support contributing to life-saving advancements.

Rules

• Donations are private unless the donor decides otherwise. I will not be publicizing information about donors or the amounts donated. However, donors are free to disclose their donations in the comments, in which case I will validate the disclosures.

• I will not be trading in this market.

• All amounts listed are in CAD. All conversions to CAD for the purpose of the final tally will be carried out at the moment of the donation.

• Payment methods. I accept crypto, PayPal, Interac money transfer, wire transfer, cash, or any other payment method that is convenient for you. If you wish to donate, you can get in touch with me at (my full name) at gmail dot com and I will supply any information you may need.