Decoding Research Software Impact

Abstract

Research software is an integral part of the research. It is developed through the effort and collaboration of researchers, Research software engineers, and other stakeholders. Despite its importance in the research, there is currently no sufficient method for measuring the impact of research software. Assessing research software impact is essential for advancing the careers of those involved in research software development and ensuring recognition of their contributions. This study aims to build a research software impact model for the different stakeholders of the research software by understanding their goals in measuring its impact. By providing a model for measuring research software impact, this study will contribute to building and strengthening the research community around research software, enhance its visibility and impact, promote the development of mature research software, and attract industry partnerships.