A systematic review of trust ontology

Abstract

The article describes the analyzes and results of a systematic review carried out to elaborate a synthesis of the main approaches already published on trust ontology and to identify trends and opportunities for further research on the subject. The adopted methodology was the Consolidated Analytical Target Theory (TEMAC), with the inclusion of quantitative and qualitative analyzes in three stages: planning and elaboration; presentation and interrelation of data; and details, integration and validation of evidence. The result highlights five main issues. The historical evolution of investigations in ontology of trust coincides with research in the semantic web and the use of ontological modeling for this domain began in 2003; there is a predominance of Computer Science authors; most of the published trust ontologies have adopted a computational modeling approach; and, finally, the existence of a theoretical void in research on the topic within the scope of Information Science, especially considering the Theory of Concept. It was possible to conclude that it is opportune and pertinent to carry out new research on trust ontology.