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Data Justice

Satellite images may appear objective.
but they’re not. Every dataset reflects choices:

Who decides what gets measured? Who controls the data? Whose priorities shape the analysis?

Justice, diversity, and inclusion in science aren’t optional extras. They are essential foundations if we want research that leads to fairer, more meaningful outcomes.
Researchers like PhD Lasse Harkort and Prof. Mia Bennett are among those challenging this field to reflect on ownership, representation, and impact — and to do better.

This poster is a small first step in a broader effort:
Creating guidelines and practical support for scientists working with satellite data — by and for the remote sensing community. 
I’m proud to have contributed to this initiative and to help bring more attention to the questions that matter.

Infographic titled "Can we make our research more just? Remote sensing is not neutral – let’s rethink how we use it." It features a large illustration of a person balancing geometric shapes like a scale, with a satellite above. The poster explains that satellite imagery and scientific indices seem objective but are shaped by power, perspective, and political choices. The content is divided into three numbered sections: "Check your own data" — discussing challenges like access gaps, competing knowledge systems, the paradox of exposure, and power asymmetries in remote sensing research. "What can we do?" — outlining solutions such as education and capacity building, structural changes, and meaningful engagement, with specific points on policy changes, community training, fair compensation, and respect for data sovereignty. "Let’s do it together" — inviting collaboration for ethical and inclusive Earth observation, with contact information and a QR code. A sidebar titled "Numbers" highlights inequalities in scientific publishing and collaboration, noting extremely low publication rates from low-income countries and African authorship gaps. Another section, "Starting Points," lists key questions researchers should ask about local stakeholder consultation, societal implications, and avoiding perpetuating inequities. The bottom credits the Earth Observation Lab at Humboldt University Berlin, concept by Lasse Harkort, and design by Larissa Lachmann. The style uses simple, colorful illustrations of diverse people, scales, trees, and satellites to visually support the text.

Creating research posters can feel exhausting — but it doesn’t have to be.

how does it work to create a Poster together?

  1.  You bring the content — your draft, slides, or notes. No need to spend hours formatting or fiddling with layout.
  2. I create a first draft — condensing text, structuring your message, and building a strong visual concept.
  3. We refine it together — you adjust key points, I take care of the polish.
  4. I handle the technical details — from printing specs to layout quirks, so everything runs smoothly.

I help researchers design posters that don’t just look good — they communicate clearly, save time, and reduce stress.

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