Introduction to a special issue on digital libraries and the semantic web : context, applications and research

Macgregor, George (2008) Introduction to a special issue on digital libraries and the semantic web : context, applications and research. Library Review, 57 (3). pp. 173-177. ISSN 0024-2535

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    Abstract

    Purpose The purpose of this article is to introduce the papers in the special issue which explores some of the potential, opportunities and challenges to be found in greater library and information science alignment with semantic web developments. Design/methodology/approach The article is a general review of the papers in the issue. Findings For many digital libraries or cultural institutions, the semantic web offers an opportunity to better expose valuable digital resources pertaining to research, culture or history, using common standards and technologies in a collaborative and “joined up” way. The papers in this issue “paint a rainbow”, exploring the issues through elements of case studies, reviews research and conceptual expositions and viewpoints. Originality/value The article emphasises how the practical implications of semantic web research or developments for digital libraries and repositories is important for LIS professionals.

    Creators(s): Macgregor, George ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8482-3973;
    Item type:Article
    ID code:59871
    Keywords:Semantic Web, resource discovery, digital repositories, digital libraries, metadata, information retrieval, Library Science. Information Science, Electronic computers. Computer science, Library and Information Sciences, Human-Computer Interaction
    Subjects:Bibliography. Library Science. Information Resources > Library Science. Information Science
    Science > Mathematics > Electronic computers. Computer science
    Department:Professional Services > Information Services
    Depositing user: Pure Administrator
    Date deposited:20 Feb 2017 12:37
    Last modified:09 Aug 2020 01:38
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    URI:https://strathprints.strath.ac.uk/id/eprint/59871
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