diff --git a/paper.tex b/paper.tex index 50840d3..a62be0a 100644 --- a/paper.tex +++ b/paper.tex @@ -102,6 +102,7 @@ \section{Introduction} We use the term central \emph{RSE unit} interchangeably with the term \emph{RSE hub} even though for large federated research organisations there might be a more complex arrangement such as a network of RSE hubs. \section{Motivation for central RSE units} +\label{sec:motivation} \begin{quotation} \noindent \textit{Better Software, Better Research}\\(Mission statement of the UK Software Sustainability Institute) \end{quotation} @@ -112,7 +113,7 @@ \section{Motivation for central RSE units} Research software is getting increasingly complex. This is partly because the scientific problems being tackled using software are getting bigger. -However, the software is also expected to be reliable, secure and easy to use. +However, the software is also expected to rate high on a multitude of quality metrics such as correctness, reproducibility, maintainability, extensibility, usability, portability, interoperability, security, performance, and scalability~\autocite[Chapter 16]{Schulmeyer2008}. Handling this increased complexity whilst ensuring timely delivery requires dedicated RSEs in central RSE units. \subsection{Pooling: a necessary ingredient} @@ -264,7 +265,7 @@ \subsection{Module 2: Consultation Services}% \label{sec:consultation} With the majority of researchers being self-taught programmers~\autocite{Carver2013}, there is a huge demand for expertise on how to develop better research software. -Here, “better” can refer to a number of quality metrics such as correctness, reproducibility, maintainability, extensibility, usability, portability, interoperability, performance or scalability~\autocite[Chapter 16]{Schulmeyer2008}. +Here, “better” can refer to a number of quality metrics as already mentioned in Section~\ref{sec:motivation}: correctness, reproducibility, maintainability, extensibility, usability, portability, interoperability, security, performance, or scalability~\autocite[Chapter 16]{Schulmeyer2008}. In order to raise the quality standards for research that is based on research software, it is of great importance for research institutions to provide access to such expertise with a low barrier to entry. The hub is a natural place to provide this central service.