This article explores methods and challenges of mapping domain-specific vocabularies to international reference thesauri, focusing on the ›Material Culture Thesaurus‹ (MCT) and the ›Getty Art & Architecture Thesaurus‹ (AAT). It addresses semantic, linguistic, and technical issues essential for integrating cultural data into digital research infrastructures. The article discusses mapping strategies, semantic frameworks such as SKOS, and editorial workflows for maintaining conceptual integrity. It also reflects on the potential and limits of AI-supported approaches in vocabulary work, advocating for hybrid workflows that combine machine-assisted tools with humanistic expertise.
Ksenia Stanicka-Brzezicka (Thu,) studied this question.