Modelling metadata

Issue title: Statistical Metainformation Systems

Article type: Research Article

Authors: Darius, P.^a | Boucneau, M.^a | de Greef, P.^b | de Feber, E.^b | Froeschl, K.^c

Affiliations: [a] Laboratory for Statistics and Experimental Design, K. U. Leuven, Kard. Mercierlaan 92 B-3001 Heverlee (Belgium) | [b] Leiden University, University of Amsterdam, Netherlands | [c] University of Vienna, Austria

Abstract: This paper describes the “Modelling Metadata” project, which is one of the projects in EUROSTAT's DOSES (Development of Statistical Expert Systems) program. The objective of the project is to develop a general methodology for the study of metadata. The ultimate aim of our research into metadata is to establish a framework for a computerized system that will support metadata-based statistical data processing. We describe the methodology used to design the system, and review the characteristics of an implemented prototype. A central characteristic of the methodology – which is reflected in the name chosen for the project – is the formalization of metadata by means of conceptual models.

DOI: 10.3233/SJU-1993-10208

Journal: Statistical Journal of the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe, vol. 10, no. 2, pp. 171-179, 1993