information science

noun

1. the study of the nature, collection, and management of information and of its uses, especially involving computer storage and retrievals.

information science

noun

1. the science of the collection, evaluation, organization, and dissemination of information, often employing computers

information science

1. The scientific study of the gathering, manipulation, classification, storage, and retrieval of recorded knowledge. Information science involves the development and analysis of methods of classifying information, as in a library's card catalog, as well as the use of computer systems for archiving information and identifying and retrieving information relevant to specific purposes. Information science also deals with the history of recorded information in various writing systems and media such as papyrus, paper, and microfiche.

Example Sentences

Their approach uses quantum information science to map out how particle tracks streaming from electron-proton collisions are influenced by quantum entanglement inside the proton.

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So far, there is no consensus on what type of qubit is most suitable for maximizing the potential of quantum information science.

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Robin Burke, a professor of information science at the University of Colorado Boulder, says some aspects of the algorithm might be replicated by industry insiders.

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Understanding quantum emission in hBN holds the potential to drive advancements in quantum information science and technologies, facilitating secure communications and enabling powerful computation that can vastly expand and expedite research efforts.

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All involve work in quantum information science, a field with more immediate economic and security applications than many basic research disciplines that NSF funds.

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Related Words

• informatics