Alberto Cairo
Visual Design Educator | Humanizing Data Through Information Graphics
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Alberto Cairo is a professor of visual journalism at the University of Miami. He has written extensively on the role of data visualization in conveying complex information, including his acclaimed books 'The Functional Art' and 'The Truthful Art'.
Cairo's work has been featured in The New York Times, The Guardian, and National Geographic, earning him recognition as a leading expert in design thinking and interactive media. His engaging keynotes provide audiences with practical frameworks for creating visual stories that captivate and educate.
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There are no scraps of men
Alberto Cairo's clinics in Afghanistan used to close down during active fighting. Now, they stay open. In this powerful talk, Cairo tells the moving story of why -- and how he found humanity and dignity in the midst of war.
Alberto Cairo at Eyeo Festival 2026
| Event | Year | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Eyeo Festival | 2026 | |
| TEDxRC2 2011 | 2011 |
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