W3C PROV

W3C PROV, or the Provenance Vocabulary, is a standard developed by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) that helps describe the origins and history of data. It outlines how information is created, modified, and shared, making it easier to track where data comes from and how it has changed over time. This is important for understanding the reliability and context of data, especially in fields like research and data management, where knowing the source can impact decisions and interpretations. PROV helps ensure transparency and trust in data usage across different domains.