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 Instead, we highlight central RSE units.
 Motivation for their existence is discussed, underpinned by working examples both in neighbouring fields as well as outside of Germany.
 The heart of this paper is a vision of a central RSE unit, its structure, and the definition of core support modules.
+We collected feedback from existing RSE departments and found that there is considerable diversity within the module distribution, even in such a small sample.
 These modules include consultation and development services, and infrastructure provisioning.
 RSE units do not necessarily need to provide all support modules.
 Our ideas take inspiration from existing RSE units in the UK and US, and adapt those to the German academic environment.
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 In this paper, we have outlined a vision for central RSE units in research institutions, focusing particularly on the German research landscape.
 We have proposed a modular framework for structuring the services of such units, identifying nine fundamental modules and providing concrete pathways for their implementation.
-Our survey of existing RSE units illustrates that such structures can take various forms, ranging from consultation-focused groups to those offering extensive software development services.
+Feedback from existing RSE units illustrates that such structures can take various forms, ranging from consultation-focused groups to those offering extensive software development services.
 Yet, all serve to consolidate expertise within a research institution, strengthen cooperation across scientific disciplines, and increase the overall quality of research.
 
 Besides addressing local needs in software development and maintenance, well-established RSE units also bring broader institutional benefits, such as improved funding acquisition or enhanced reputational standing.
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 > The conclusions are generally consistent with the arguments presented, but somewhat stronger than the evidence allows. Recommendations for investing in central RSE units are justified, but statements suggesting widespread institutional improvements should be more carefully balanced with a discussion of risks, costs, governance challenges, and potential failure modes.
 
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+We did not intend to conduct a statistically significant, representative survey of RSE units. Our aim was to collect some feedback that we can use to demmonstrate the breadth of services offered by existing units and to support the selection of service modules we defined. We have replaced the term survey with less formal formulations.
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 > You surveyed only 12 RSE units. This is very small. State clearly in the text that this is a pilot survey and not representative. You mention this in the data availability section but not in the main text. Add a limitation sentence here.
 
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+We did not intend to conduct a statistically significant, representative survey of RSE units. Our aim was to collect some feedback that we can use to demmonstrate the breadth of services offered by existing units and to support the selection of service modules we defined. We have replaced the term survey with less formal formulations.
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