Several approaches for data interoperation identified by Karp have been implemented for biological databases. We extend Karp’s approach for interoperation not only to protein databases but also to knowledge bases and other information sources. This paper outlines algebra for protein data source composition based on our existing work of Protein Ontology (PO). In this paper we consider the case o...

This paper describes the coupling of contexts and ontologies for semantic integration in the ECOIN semantic interoperability framework. Ontological terms in ECOIN correspond to multiple related meanings in different contexts. Each ontology includes a context model that describes how a generic ontological term can be modified according to contextual choices to acquire specialized meanings. Altho...

Determining the grade of semantic similarity between geospatial concepts is the basis for evaluating semantic interoperability of geographic information services and their users. Geometrical models, such as conceptual spaces, offer one way of representing geospatial concepts, which are modelled as n-dimensional regions. Previous approaches have suggested to measure semantic similarity between c...

In order to deal with semantic heterogeneity and achieve semantic interoperability between heterogeneous applications, it is necessary to formalize geographic knowledge. The present paper introduces a method to formalize and integrate different geographic categorizations. The method is based on the mathematical theory of Concept Lattices. These rich structures are used for managing multidimensi...

In this position paper, we summarize our achievements in the research and development of formal framework for semantic interoperability in supply networks. First, we identify common problems of traditional supply chains and argue that interoperability of enterprise information systems is crucial for their resolution. Second, we discuss on the foundational aspects of semantic interoperability an...

There are several challenges on the adoptions of the frameworks (e.g., standards). If the main target is semantic interoperability, then data should be taken into consideration. The main aim of this paper is to identify some mechanisms that take closer to the semantic interoperability. Therefore, the framework-based lessons for top management are based on the asset management standard (ISO 5500...

This paper describes the status of the standardization efforts of a Component Metadata approach for describing Language Resources with metadata. Different linguistic and Language & Technology communities as CLARIN, META-SHARE and NaLiDa use this component approach and see its standardization of as a matter for cooperation that has the possibility to create a large interoperable domain of joint ...

Added the 2 new JPAII activities in WP5 to the Conclusions References amalgamated, sorted into alphabetical order and moved to end of document. Additional web links added.

The vision of Internet of Things (IOT) promises a prosperous future for grain storage quality control by integrating all sensors deployed in the individual grain bins into a global grain storage system. However, since the data format and the data semantic of the monitoring systems are not unified, heterogeneous systems equipped with sensor networks are pending integration and have difficulty in...

The paper presents a case study of an ongoing implementation project in the framework of the European Union Services Directive. In the German federal state of Brandenburg, authorities are preparing a common taxonomy of professions and industries for general use and in particular for business registration. It is a measure for the creation of a point of single contact as required in the Services ...