Portal:FLOSS4Science/Research Agenda

The aim of this page is to develop a research agenda and link to relevant research projects.

Research Questions

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  • Does it make sense to use FLOSS for science? Pros and cons? Examples? etc.
  • How does FLOSS for science fare against non-free software for science?
  • Surveys:
    • Assess the extent of usage of FLOSS in science (in universities and research institutes, etc.)
    • Attitudes of scientists/researchers towards use of FLOSS for science and research
    • Attitudes of commercial scientific organisations
  • Understanding the benefits of commons-based peer production in scientific research
    • Success Stories - Peer Production in Science
  • Please add ....