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Welcome to the sixth and last post in our series exploring the future of research software in Germany. In each installment, we present opinion statements on why a national research software institution could and should be created to strengthen Germany’s research ecosystem.

As a research and innovation hub, Germany must maintain its competitive edge by investing in high-quality research software and attracting the best talent in the field.

On November 6 and 7, 2025, the entire FutuRSI consortium met in Berlin for our semi-annual in-person meeting. Colleagues from six different cities came together to collaborate on the strategic and structural development of our project.

Focus: Organisational Structure & Governance (OSG)

Welcome to the fifth post in our six-part series exploring the future of research software in Germany. In each installment, we present opinion statements on why a national research software institution could and should be created to strengthen Germany’s research ecosystem.

In order to be effective, a national research software institution must be integrated across the research ecosystem, both horizontally among different organisations and disciplines, and vertically from local structures to international partnerships. This level of integration is both necessary and achievable.