Open Science Hardware Foundation

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Open Science Hardware Foundation#

Overview#

OSHF is a 501(c)(3) that focuses on:

  • Institutionalising Open Science Hardware: They work with institutions, funders and policy makers to bring open science hardware into the mainstream as a key component of open science.

  • Leadership: They support and develop the next generation of leaders in open science hardware – from researchers to entrepreneurs and policy practitioners.

  • Fiscal Sponsorship: They provide an organisational home, administrative support and capacity building to open science hardware projects at all stages on their journey.

Their 2025 priorities can be found here. They’re also looking for a new ED, as of July 2025.