This is an especially compelling use case for a cryptocurrency (one that happens to be Ethereum based). There's a clear need for resources, specifically computing power, as well as a reward, the GNT. Of course, ideally GNT has significant real world purchasing power, which would make this a lot more attractive, but once this kicks off it could help make many, many more people a part of solving complex scientific problems which is pretty cool - we're now a more direct part of investing in science!