Building Ontologies with Basic Formal Ontology (Mit Press)
by Robert Arp, Barry Smith, Andrew D. Spear
This essential guide from the MIT Press explores the use of Basic Formal Ontology to develop ontologies that support knowledge organization and data sharing. It details the framework's structure, applications, and benefits for interdisciplinary fields, offering clear steps for implementation without assuming prior expertise.
About This Book
Building Ontologies with Basic Formal Ontology introduces a structured approach to ontology development based on the principles of Basic Formal Ontology. Authored by experts in the field, it outlines the core concepts and methodologies for creating formal representations of reality.
The book emphasizes the importance of a top-level ontology like BFO to ensure consistency and reusability across different applications. It covers the foundational categories and relations that form the basis of ontological engineering.
Readers will learn practical techniques for applying BFO in real-world scenarios, from information science to biomedical research. The text serves as a comprehensive resource for those seeking to enhance data integration and semantic interoperability.
With contributions from Robert Arp, Barry Smith, and Andrew D. Spear, the work bridges theoretical foundations with hands-on guidance, making ontology building accessible to a wide audience.
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