Research Library Catalogue
A curated catalogue of research topics available for briefings and written commissions.
Browse by topic
Our library organises research materials and available briefing topics into five core areas. Each area contains multiple sub-topics that can be commissioned as standalone sessions or combined into a broader briefing.
Beginner Guides
Foundational explainers for readers new to Solana:
- What is Solana and how does it differ from other networks?
- How transactions are processed and confirmed
- Understanding SOL as the network’s native token
- Reading a Solana block explorer
Wallet & Security
Practical security education:
- Hot wallets vs hardware wallets: trade-offs explained
- Seed phrase storage best practices
- Recognising phishing attempts targeting Solana users
- Multi-signature wallet concepts
Validators & Staking
Proof-of-stake education:
- How Solana’s Tower BFT consensus works
- Evaluating validator performance metrics
- Delegation mechanics and reward distribution
- Understanding epoch schedules and warm-up periods
Ecosystem Guides
Application and project overviews:
- DeFi protocol categories on Solana
- NFT marketplaces and minting mechanics
- Developer tooling landscape
- Cross-chain bridge concepts and risks
Glossary & Terminology
Quick-reference definitions for Solana-specific terms including slot, epoch, rent, program, account model, and priority fees.
Commission a topic
Any catalogue topic can form the basis of a Bespoke Research Briefing or Network Analysis Commission. Contact us with the topics you are interested in.