PinnedAntônio LaranjeiraMapping open data of the environmental crisis in neighborhoods affected by BraskemThe unveiling of urban and environmental databases in the cartographic journey to understand and disseminate the real impacts.Feb 31Feb 31
PinnedAntônio LaranjeiraThe (in)visibility of geospatial data from the peripheriesGoogle Maps is a dual-characteristic system. While “everyone” can map, not “everything” can be mapped.Jun 13, 2022Jun 13, 2022
PinnedAntônio LaranjeiraMaps by journalism, in journalism and about journalismJournalist and cartographer are different professions but the ability to use geographic maps is increasingly required.Feb 22, 2023Feb 22, 2023
Antônio LaranjeiraThe counterexperts: public opinion on mapsIn opposition to media coverage that amnesty or “forgets” environmental crimes by corporations, scientists launch collaborative cartographyJul 21, 2022Jul 21, 2022
Antônio LaranjeiraFive Uses of Google Maps for Data AnalysisIn this article we will present five possible uses for different scientific areas and in different Brazilian contexts. Whether in Digital…Jun 2, 2022Jun 2, 2022
Antônio LaranjeiraThe power of GPS in the “war on coronavirus”Created in 1994 for military purposes, the Global Positioning System became popular in the 2000s with smartphones. Now, a new phase is…May 25, 2022May 25, 2022
Antônio LaranjeiraThe territories that Google Maps hidesPalestine, Kashmir and other spaces that global power wants to hide are almost erased from the internet giant’s maps. In its place, a lightMay 25, 2022May 25, 2022
Antônio LaranjeiraWhen Geography matters to JournalismThe Ever Given ship was featured in the press in several countries last week. The container ship ran aground in the Suez Canal, in Egypt…May 21, 2022May 21, 2022
