Applied ontology

This article is about the application of philosophical ontology. For the term in computer science, see ontology (information science).

Applied ontology is the application of ontology for practical purposes. This can involve employing ontological methods or resources to specific domains, such as management, relationships, biomedicine, information science or geography. Alternatively, applied ontology can aim more generally at developing improved methodologies for recording and organizing knowledge.

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