Klaus Tochtermann

Klaus Tochtermann serves as a Professor at the Institute of Human-Centred Computing within the Faculty of Computer Science at Graz University of Technology. His research spans multiple dimensions of web technologies and knowledge management systems, with particular focus on the Semantic Web and Linked Open Data ecosystems.

His research interests center on Semantic Web technologies, Linked Open Data applications, and knowledge management systems. Tochtermann explores how semantic technologies can transform information retrieval, knowledge organization, and collaborative processes in digital environments. His work investigates the economic implications of data value chains within the Web of Data ecosystem and develops methodologies for harvesting and integrating distributed knowledge resources.

Analysis of his publication trends reveals consistent contributions to Semantic Web standards, with increasing focus on practical applications of Linked Data in enterprise and academic contexts since 2008. His work bridges theoretical computer science with real-world implementation challenges in knowledge-intensive domains.

• Stipendiat der Max Kade Foundation (1996)

Tochtermann has led numerous significant research projects including EU-funded initiatives like MATURE (Continuous social learning in knowledge networks), ICT_ENSURE (European ICT environmental sustainability research), and FIT-IT Lasso (Lookup & Alignment Service with Semantic Open data). His project portfolio demonstrates strong collaboration with European research institutions and industry partners, addressing critical challenges in knowledge networking and semantic technologies.

He actively contributes to academic discourse through conference organization, including I-Know 2009, and maintains engagement with practical applications through press contributions such as 'Bibliotheksgespräche - Future Internet und die Bibliotheskwelt'.