Mapping the Matrix: Open Cartography with Scientific and Spatial Data

facilitators

• Aurelia Moser, CartoDB, @auremoser
• Stuart Lynn, CartoDB, @Stuart_Lynn
• Dave Riordan, Mapzen, @riordan

links

• Etherpad
• Script

abstract

Maps are popular visualizations applied to all scientific disciplines, satisfying studies in curiosity beyond terrestrial cartography. We'll learn how to best apply cartographic tools to spatial problems and thereby provide complex information with visual clarity, covering sci-cartography from the subatomic to the cosmic levels, and beyond.

examples

• Journey to Pluto
• Bird Migration with Torque
• Mapping Meterorites
• Global Forest Watch
• Los Angeles Air Pollution
• Mortuary Mapping