Research software plays a crucial role in advancing scientific knowledge, but ensuring its sustainability, maintainability, and long-term viability is an ongoing challenge. To address these concerns, the Sustainable Research Software Institute (SRSI) Model presents a comprehensive framework designed to promote sustainable practices in the research software community. This white paper provides an in-depth overview of the SRSI Model, outlining its objectives, services, funding mechanisms, collaborations, and the significant potential impact it could have on the research software community. It explores the wide range of services offered, diverse funding sources, extensive collaboration opportunities, and the transformative influence of the SRSI Model on the research software landscape

翻译：研究软件在推动科学知识进步中发挥着关键作用，但确保其可持续性、可维护性和长期可行性仍是一项持续挑战。为应对这些问题，可持续研究软件研究所（SRSI）模型提出了一套全面框架，旨在促进研究软件社区中的可持续实践。本白皮书深入概述了SRSI模型，阐述了其目标、服务、资助机制、合作方式，以及对研究软件社区可能产生的重大潜在影响。它探讨了所提供的广泛服务、多样化的资金来源、广泛的合作机会，以及SRSI模型对研究软件格局的变革性影响力。