Research software is increasingly recognised as a core research output, alongside publications and datasets.
Across OECD countries, targeted reforms are supporting its development, openness, and long-term sustainability. As AI-driven research grows, a robust research software ecosystem — supported by skilled individuals, strong communities, and reliable infrastructure — is more important than ever.
Following last year’s pledge by OECD members and partner countries to advance open science through improved data management and stewardship, the OECD’s Committee for Scientific and Technological Policy (CSTP) is launching a 2025–26 project to assess progress and policy gaps in access to research software.
A key milestone will be the expert workshop:
Access to Research Software: Opportunities and Challenges
taking place on 8 September 2025 at the OECD headquarters in Paris.
Discussions will focus on governance, skills, infrastructure, sustainability, and public–private collaboration.
To participate or contribute, please contact alan.paic@oecd.org
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Report published: 6th Helmholtz Open Science Forum on Research Software
Focus: Software Quality Assurance at Helmholtz
The program covered key topics such as the introduction and implementation of quality indicators for research software, hands-on sessions for issue identification and resolution, and updates on Helmholtz-wide software projects like JuRSE and HiRSE.
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