Understanding the Nature of Metadata: Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Metadata are created to describe the corresponding data in a detailed and unambiguous way and is used for various applications in different research areas, for example, data identification and classification. However, a clear definition of metadata is crucial for further use. Unfortunately, extensive experience with the processing and management of metadata has shown that the term "metadata" and its use is not always unambiguous.

Objective

This study aimed to understand the definition of metadata and the challenges resulting from metadata reuse.

Methods

A systematic literature search was performed in this study following the PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) guidelines for reporting on systematic reviews. Five resea

SUBMITTER: Ulrich H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8790684 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature