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Open source research software underpins modern science but its sustainability is increasingly fragile. A new report from Ithaka S+R highlights weak incentives, unstable funding, and lack of recognition for software as a core research output.

Closing this gap means treating research software as essential infrastructure backed by proper incentives, funding, and coordination.

That’s where OTR comes in, turning insight into durable impact.

https://sr.ithaka.org/publications/sustaining-open-source-software-in-the-research-enterprise/

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Open Technology Research Apr 28

You’ll also find a curated roundup of key developments in open technology, from national OSPO initiatives and the growth of digital commons to new research on open source AI, public infrastructure, and software sustainability. Plus, we highlight fresh opportunities and tenders, including a call for consultants and workshop submissions.

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Open Technology Research Apr 28

In this issue, we share progress on shaping the next Research Agenda, including ongoing consultations with policymakers and past Symposium participants. We’ll also be announcing the Call for Proposals and venue for the upcoming Open Technology Research Symposium soon.

Open Technology Research Apr 28

We’ve just sent out the latest edition of the Open Technology Research newsletter.

Subscribe to stay up to date with the Open Technology Research initiative, featuring the latest news, research, and opportunities across the open technology ecosystem.

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Open Technology Research Mar 27

🌏 Our Americas roundtable for the Open Technology Research initiative brought together academics, civil society, and DPG experts to discuss what a research network can realistically achieve.

Four themes emerged: research discoverability, openness & democratic institutions, packaging findings for policymakers, and staying connected without inbox overload.

Read the findings: tinyurl.com/2s4mhs8r

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Open Technology Research Mar 25

🌏 Last week, we held three global consultations for the Open Technology Research initiative.

From our Europe and Africa roundtable, key themes emerged: what “open” means, governance in a changing landscape, gaps between research and policy, and the need for stronger representation and diversity.

We’re continuing to engage more voices -- especially women and more participants from across Africa.

Read more: tinyurl.com/56ar8397

Open Technology Research Mar 24

🌏 We kicked off global consultations for Open Technology Research with the Asia Pacific region last week. Some key themes: researcher fragmentation, procurement evidence, and research capacity.

Europe/Africa and Americas findings will follow this week. Full write-up below 👇

http://opentechresearch.org/blog/open-technology-research-global-consultations-key-insights-from-the-asia-pacific-region/

Open Technology Research Mar 24

🌍 Our first global consultation roundtables for Open Technology Research wrapped up yesterday!

Nearly 40 participants across 3 regional sessions. Findings drop next week. Research agenda out in April. Survey still open — have your say!

https://app.formbricks.com/s/cmmc6fcrnzb3vs101ok1u2z0m

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Open Technology Research Mar 24

Today we're holding our first global consultation roundtables for Open Technology Research! Three sessions across time zones — Asia Pacific, Europe & Africa, and the Americas. 🌍

Can't join? Stay tuned for the outcomes next week.

Read our FAQ:https://opentechresearch.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Open-Technology-Research-Frequently-Asked-Questions.pdf