Critically thinking about the reusability of (meta)data

How much consideration are we giving to the (Meta)data we produce? Naturally, the FAIR principles lead us through several steps in which we can elevate data management to a scientific effort in its own right, as ing.grid shares and advocates. However, reflecting on what the (meta)data does and does not encompass is also a commendable endeavour. Citing the researcher Joy Buolamwini in the documentary ”Coded Bias”, data is destiny [1]. Data is a relationship we can make and put to use [2]. Taking responsibility for this (meta)data and striving to make it as transparent as possible is also a crucial step towards ensuring its reusability.