Collaborate with ReSA

Position papers

The Research Software Alliance (ReSA) invites funders and partner organisations to co-author position papers, blog posts, and other publications that strengthen the visibility and understanding of key issues in research software. These collaborations provide the global research community with critical baseline data, insight into emerging challenges, and documentation of progress on strategic initiatives.

By funding and co-developing these publications, your organisation will:

  • Demonstrate global leadership on critical issues facing the research software community, such as sustainability, policy alignment, and professional recognition
  • Influence policy conversations at international levels by amplifying your voice through ReSA’s global platform
  • Extend your impact and visibility through strategic dissemination to our networks and partners worldwide

What you can co-create:

  • Position papers that provide evidence, frame key challenges, and articulate strategic recommendations on issues
  • Blog articles and commentary that connect policy, practice, and research communities
  • Other publications that support alignment across national and international initiatives

Example collaboration:

Our co-authored position paper with the Digital Research Alliance of Canada, "Research Software is Critical to the Future of AI-Driven Research", exemplifies the reach and value of this collaboration opportunity:

  • Over 2,000 views and 500 downloads on Zenodo
  • Featured in ReSA’s newsletter (550+ subscribers)
  • Shared with ReSA’s LinkedIn audience (900+ followers) and other social media (Mastodon, Bluesky, Slack)
  • Cross-posted by partners (e.g., Software Sustainability Institute, Netherlands eScience Center, EVERSE, US-RSE), extending reach internationally

This paper demonstrated Canada’s leadership in aligning AI strategy with research software policy—and helped shape the global conversation.

We invite co-authors to collaborate on upcoming pieces exploring themes such as:

  • AI for research software engineering (RSEng)
  • Metascience of RSEng
  • Research assessment reform and its implications for RSEs

Investment and timeline:

  • USD $15,000 per paper
  • 3-month timeline
  • Support includes collaborative authorship, stakeholder input, editing, and global promotion

ReSA brings together decision-makers and influencers across the international research software community. Join us to extend your impact and advance shared goals in the global research community.

Ready to collaborate or have questions? Contact Michelle Barker, ReSA Director, to explore ideas and next steps.