Prov-O (Provenance Ontology)

Prov-O (Provenance Ontology) is a formal framework designed to model and represent the history and origins of data and information. It captures details about where data came from, how it was created, and any transformations it underwent. By providing standardized terms and structures, Prov-O helps researchers, organizations, and systems understand the context, trustworthiness, and lineage of data, ensuring transparency and traceability across different processes and collaborations. Essentially, it acts as a detailed record-keeping system for data, making its background clear and accessible.