ASCENT FOSS Resource List for Global South Researchers

By Association for Social Change Evolution and Transformation (ASCENT).

Oct 5, 2026

Abstract

A curated, open-access directory of Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) and research tools. Designed to support early-career researchers, particularly in the Global South, across the entire research lifecycle: data collection, quantitative/qualitative analysis, systematic reviews, literature mapping, and open collaboration.

Link to resource: 10.5281/zenodo.23133275

Type of resources: Reading, Student Guide, Teaching/Learning Strategy

Education level(s): College / Upper Division (Undergraduates), Graduate / Professional

Primary user(s): Student, Teacher

Subject area(s): Arts and Humanities, Social Science

Language(s): English