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2024 Research Summary: Insights, Innovations, and the Journey Ahead
A summary of my scientific activity over the last year.
As a researcher, my work involves uncovering new insights and exploring the uncharted. This year, 2024, has been particularly exciting, marked by groundbreaking advancements in data storytelling and artificial intelligence (AI). While these domains may seem distinct, I’ve realized they are profoundly interconnected and capable of thriving together in innovative ways. Let me take you through the key discoveries and projects that defined my year.
The Foundations of Data Storytelling
The first major realization of 2024 was that data storytelling is not just about visualizing data; it’s about crafting a compelling narrative. Before creating any charts or graphs, you need to conceptualize a story. Raw data is meaningless without context, and organizing your data into a coherent narrative is the first critical step.
This idea forms the cornerstone of my upcoming book, Become a Great Data Storyteller. Writing this book consumed much of my year as I immersed myself in literature on cinematography, novel structuring, editing techniques, and more. My goal was to explore…