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Oscar Seip
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Research Community Manager at the Software Sustainability Institute (software.ac.uk). Research interest in early modern (visual) methods of information management. Previously at the Bibliotheca Hertziana, Herzog August Bibliothek, and John Rylands
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🧭 The selection process for this year’s SSI Fellowship Programme has now ended and we’re excited to introduce our 27 new Fellows and share their inspiring plans: www.software.ac.uk/news/introdu...

Congratulations to all our new Fellows!
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👥 The Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) is inviting applications for new members to join its Strategic Advisory Teams (SATs). Applications close at 4:00pm on Friday 7 November 2025. Find out more about it at
www.software.ac.uk/news/epsrc-o...
October 23, 2025 at 10:17 AM
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🧠 In our latest blog post, SSI Fellow Dylan Adlard reflects on the machine learning workshop he hosted at the Dx4LMIC conference . Find out more about his experience at
www.software.ac.uk/blog/flippin...
October 23, 2025 at 1:43 PM
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🏛️ As part of her Fellowship activities, #SSIFellow Katherine McDonough has attended the first Town Hall meeting for the Toward a new CCP for Arts, Humanities, and Culture research (CCP-AHC) project. Find out more about her experience at www.software.ac.uk/blog/high-pe...
October 24, 2025 at 12:58 PM
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🌊 Do you love Collaborations Workshop? Join the judging panel for #CollabW26!

Help shape the programme by scoring mini-workshops & lightning talks before the event, and evaluate Hack Day projects during the workshop.

Find out more at www.software.ac.uk/news/join-cw...
October 21, 2025 at 11:54 AM
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👨‍💻 The Understanding the dRTP Training Landscape Workshop will take place on Wednesday 5 and Thursday 6 November 2025 at Bidborough House, UCL, London. The deadline for registrations is 5pm Thursday 23 October. Find out more about the event and how to register at:
www.software.ac.uk/news/underst...
October 20, 2025 at 10:54 AM
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🏙️ Registration is now open for the Research Software Camp, taking place from Mon 10 to Fri 21 November 2025, and focusing on the topic of Careers and Skills in Research Software.

Further details and the full programme are available at www.software.ac.uk/news/registr...
October 6, 2025 at 8:06 AM
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💡The final instalment in our Fellows' Stories series is now available. Discover how the SSI Fellowship Programme supported Adrian in advocating for the role of software within research policy at www.software.ac.uk/blog/stories...
October 8, 2025 at 8:12 AM
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🎓 We are pleased to share details of an upcoming hybrid series of short talks featuring #SSIFellow Hui Ling Wong, focusing on practical, research-oriented approaches to using Git. This series of 15-minute talks will run every Tue from 14 Oct to 11 Nov.
www.software.ac.uk/news/upcomin...
October 9, 2025 at 2:32 PM
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🛣️ In our latest instalment in the #CollabW25 speed blog series, our delegates have compiled a list of 5 strategies to help foster cross-disciplinary activity in skill-sharing communities. Read the full article at
www.software.ac.uk/blog/5-strat...
October 14, 2025 at 7:52 AM
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🔥 The final edition of the Governance Fireside Chat series will take place Thursday 30 October at 16:00 UTC on the topic of Good Governance Practices for the Long-Term Health of Open Initiatives. Find out more and register at www.software.ac.uk/news/final-g...
October 14, 2025 at 2:17 PM
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📄 A reminder that we are seeking writers (£600) and reviewers (£210) to support the development of new guides on:
- AI in research software
- Green Computing
- EDI in research software

Application deadline: Friday 3 October 2025

Find out more at www.software.ac.uk/news/writers...
September 24, 2025 at 8:10 AM
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💡 In the 4th instalment of our Fellows' Stories series, we spotlight Cara’s journey to becoming a university-wide expert in software sustainability. Discover how the SSI Fellowship Programme played a pivotal role in shaping her career at www.software.ac.uk/blog/stories...
September 24, 2025 at 1:03 PM
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🛣️ In this #CollabW25 blog post we learn more about which steps can improve future maintenance and usability of research software for both the original author and any researcher who inherits it. Read the full article at
www.software.ac.uk/blog/code-wo...
September 25, 2025 at 10:08 AM
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🎯 The next International RSE Survey will launch in January 2026.

Building on the 2018 and 2022 surveys, this iteration will continue to capture the growth and diversity of the global RSE community.

Find out more at www.software.ac.uk/news/next-in...
September 25, 2025 at 11:09 AM
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💡 Our Fellows' Stories series has reached its 5th instalment and we hope you are finding them as enlightening as we do! This week we learn more about how the Fellowship Programme helped Frank to become an expert in improving software good practices: www.software.ac.uk/blog/stories...
October 1, 2025 at 8:52 AM
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🌊Who would you like to see on stage at Collaborations Workshop 2026?

We’re keen to spotlight fresh perspectives and emerging voices, those who are making a real impact but may not have had the opportunity to deliver a keynote.

We’d love to hear your suggestions in the comments!
October 1, 2025 at 11:41 AM
Applications are still open for the @softwaresaved.bsky.social #Fellowship Programme, but not for long. The deadline is Monday 6 October.

For more details and resources, please visit: www.software.ac.uk/news/resourc...

Apply here: www.software.ac.uk/apply
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September 29, 2025 at 3:38 PM
A reminder that applications for the next cohort of @softwaresaved.bsky.social #Fellowship closes on Monday 6 October. If you want any support of if you have any questions, please message me and check out these resources: www.software.ac.uk/news/resourc...
Resources and Q&A Sessions to Support Your Fellowship Application | Software Sustainability Institute
Thinking about applying for the SSI Fellowship Programme? We’ve gathered a range of resources to help you prepare a strong application.
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September 26, 2025 at 8:37 AM
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🏛️ In our latest blog post Phil Reed reflects on a workshop addressing the challenges faced by digital research technical professionals organised as part of his SSI Fellowship 2025. Read the full article at www.software.ac.uk/blog/giving-...
September 19, 2025 at 9:54 AM
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🛣️ The insights and connections from the Collaborations Workshop don’t stop when the event ends. Explore why recognising contributions in research software matters in this #CollabW25 speed blog post:
www.software.ac.uk/blog/telling...
September 22, 2025 at 9:37 AM
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🧭 In his latest blog post, #SSIFellow @mdsimpson.co.uk reflects on his experience at the N8 CIR RSE Annual Meetup where he shared insights about his Fellowship and his work supporting mental health in the RSE community. Read more at www.software.ac.uk/blog/n8-cir-...
September 23, 2025 at 8:33 AM
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🏙️ We are pleased to announce the programme for this year’s Research Software Camp (RSC), which will take place from Mon 10 to Fri 21 November, and focus on the theme of Careers and Skills in Research Software.

Find out more at www.software.ac.uk/news/program...
September 17, 2025 at 8:31 AM
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💡The third instalment of our Fellows' Stories series is live. This week, we’re sharing how the Fellowship strengthened Sophie's skills and confidence, helping her drive lasting change and influence in her organisation. Read the full story at www.software.ac.uk/blog/stories...
September 17, 2025 at 11:10 AM
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🔵 The Carpentries have recently published a new version of Building Better Research Software, a lesson in The Carpentries Incubator designed to serve as a “next steps” workshop after Software Carpentry. Find out more about it and how to get involved at: www.software.ac.uk/news/calling...
September 18, 2025 at 11:06 AM
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🧭 Thinking about applying for the SSI Fellowship Programme? We’ve gathered a range of resources to help you prepare a strong application.
September 5, 2025 at 8:13 AM