Security News > 2021 > April > Linux Foundation Research to broaden understanding of open source ecosystem and impact

The Linux Foundation announced Linux Foundation Research, a new division that will broaden the understanding of open source projects, ecosystem dynamics, and impact, with never before seen insights on the efficacy of open source collaboration as a means to solve many of the world's pressing problems.

Through a series of research projects and related content, Linux Foundation Research will leverage the Linux Foundation's vast repository of data, tools, and communities across industry verticals and technology horizontals.

"As we continue in our mission to collectively build the world's most critical open infrastructure, we can provide a first-of-its-kind research program that leverages the Linux Foundation's experience, brings our communities together, and can help inform how open source evolves for decades to come," said Jim Zemlin, executive director at the Linux Foundation.

"With a dedicated research organization, the Linux Foundation will be better equipped to draw out insights, trends, and context that will inform discussions and decisions around open collaboration."

"The opportunity to measure, analyze, and describe the impact of open source collaborations in a more fulsome way through Linux Foundation Research is inspiring," says Carter.

Critical to the research initiative will be establishing the Linux Foundation Research Advisory Board, a rotating committee of community leaders and subject matter experts, who will collectively influence the program agenda and provide strategic input, oversight, and ongoing support on next-generation issues.

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