R/Pharma Events

Open Source in Pharma is a transperant non-profit. Use the fields below to get to know our organisation, and where you can get involved.

Incoporated as a corporation in 2021 and recognised as a registered non-profit by North Carolina in 2022 (link), Open Source in Pharma was originally formed to govern and support the R/Pharma conference. This has expanded to the R/Pharma task forces, and supporting efforts like the creation of Coursera content.

NoteMission statement

Foster a global community centred around adoption of open source technology in Pharma by being an inclusive software foundation devoted to an open philosophy, participatory community driven development, and connecting practitioners into a cohesive community.

Open Source in Pharma Goals

The following aspirational goals support the overall mission. As a foundation we seek to:

• champion the use of open-source and community participation through the development of an open education curriculum
• remain vendor neutral
• continue to foster the community through conferences, meetups and provide a collaborative platform for discussion
• be a welcoming and inclusive worldwide organization at all levels
• celebrate excellence, openness and service in an open source context within the Pharma community

Conference Organising Committee

Summit Organising Committee