Sonaar Luthra
Data Journalist | Transforming Complex Data into Compelling Stories
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Sonaar Luthra is a data journalist known for his ability to transform complex data into compelling human stories. As the founder of Visual Investigative Journalism, Luthra has produced award-winning data visualizations and investigations that have been featured in The New York Times, The Guardian, and NPR.
With a background in computational biology, Luthra brings a unique analytical lens to his journalism, uncovering hidden patterns and revealing insights that challenge perceptions. His captivating talks give audiences a data-driven perspective on the issues shaping our world.
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We need to track the world's water like we track the weather
We need a global weather service for water, says entrepreneur and TED Fellow Sonaar Luthra. In a talk about environmental accountability, Luthra shows how we could forecast water shortages and risks with a global data collection effort -- just like we monitor the movement of storms -- and better listen to what the earth is telling us.
| Event | Year | Location |
|---|---|---|
| TEDSummit 2019 | 2019 | |
| TED | 2011 | 🇺🇸Long Beach, United States |
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