Design and Analysis of a Formal Computational Ontology Model for Yoruba Traditional Medicine

Anglický jazyk

Design and Analysis of a Formal Computational Ontology Model for Yoruba Traditional Medicine

Vydavateľstvo: LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing
Rok vydania: 2021
Formát: Paperback
Rozmer: 220 x 150 mm
Jazyk: Anglický jazyk
ISBN: 9786204191737

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O knihe

This study reported a formal computational ontology framework for the representation of concepts, relationships, and axioms/constraints for Yoruba Traditional Medicine (YTM). It also analyzed the concepts, symptoms and processes in treating selected ailments with Yoruba herbal medicine, designed a formal ontology model and implemented the model as well as validated the model. This was with a view to structuring and formalizing YTM knowledge in the health care management.Data collection methods included document inspections, interactive discussions, and physical observations from those who were rich in herbal medicine knowledge in South Western Nigeria. A conceptual model was developed to organize and structure YTM. The formal computational ontology model design was carried out using Web Ontology Language(OWL) integrated with Description Logics (DLs). The Protege 4.3, a knowledge-base editor, was used to implement the model. The validation of the system was carried out using Proof-of-Concept (PoC) approach to determine the accuracy and consistency of the model. The result obtained from this study was Yoruba Traditional Medicine Ontology(YTMO) construction.