FAIROS-metric-A2-01

This metric ensures that metadata remains accessible even if the associated data is no longer available, supporting transparency, traceability, and long-term discoverability.

What is being measured?

Whether the metadata record remains accessible through a persistent location or identifier, even when the corresponding data resource has been removed, restricted, or become unavailable.

Why should we measure it?

To research integrity, historical reference, provenance tracking, and the FAIR principle of long-term data stewardship.

What must be provided for the measurement?

The metadata description file (rocrate-metadata) associated with a Research Object.

What are considered valid results?

The metadata record is still resolvable and accessible through its original identifier or landing page.

METRIC INFORMATION

RDF Resource Description Framework Flyer Icon
Title
Metadata remains available, even if the data is no longer available.
Identifier
Creator
Keywords
persistent identifier, provenance
Contact Point
Publisher
Version
0.0.1
License
Landing Page
Dimension
Benchmark
None: None
Applicable for
Supported by
Metric Status
Active
  • Active: The metric is actively used and maintained.
  • Proposed: The metric is under review or consideration for adoption.
  • Inactive: The metric is not currently in use but remains available for reference.
  • Deprecated: The metric has been retired and should no longer be used.
Used in Test
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