The New FEGA Metadata Model

This presentation introduces the new metadata model in development for the Federated European Genome-Phenome Archive (FEGA), delivered at the BioSchemas community meeting on January 20, 2025. It outlines the proposed evolution from the current static, outdated model to a modular, FAIR-aligned framework. The talk emphasizes advancements in metadata validation, integration with linked data principles, and alignment with international standards. With examples of future-proofing strategies and practical use cases, this presentation highlights FEGA's commitment to enabling robust, interoperable, and reusable metadata for sensitive human omics data.