Federica Fragapane
About Federica Fragapane
Federica Fragapane is a Research Associate and Data Visualization Designer currently working at ODI since 2020. She has extensive experience in data visualization, having held positions at various organizations including the European Union and Google, and her work has been recognized by the Museum of Modern Art in New York.
Current Position at ODI
Federica Fragapane has been employed at the Open Data Institute (ODI) since 2020 as a Research Associate and Data Visualization Designer. In this role, she focuses on creating data visualizations that enhance understanding and engagement with complex data sets. Her work contributes to the ODI's mission of promoting open data and its use in various sectors.
Previous Experience in Data Visualization
Prior to her current role, Fragapane held several positions in data visualization. She worked at Arduino as a Data Visualization Consultant for 11 months in 2017. Additionally, she served as a Data Visualization Consultant at Musixmatch for 4 months in 2015, and at UN Environment for 11 months in 2017. Her experience also includes roles at Google and the World Health Organization (WHO) as an Information Designer.
Educational Background
Federica Fragapane studied at Politecnico di Milano, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Communication Design from 2007 to 2010, followed by a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in the same field from 2010 to 2014. She also completed her secondary education at Liceo Scientifico. This educational foundation has equipped her with the skills necessary for her career in data visualization and design.
Publications and Lectures
Fragapane has contributed to notable publications, including co-authoring the 'Geopolitical Atlas of Water' published by Hoepli in 2019 and 'Planet Earth' for National Geographic Kids and White Star in 2016. She has also shared her expertise as a guest lecturer at prestigious institutions, including the Royal College of Art in London and Harvard University's Design Lab.
Achievements in Data Visualization
In 2023, some of Fragapane's data visualizations were acquired by the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York, becoming part of its Permanent Collection. Her projects often adopt an experimental approach, focusing on innovative visual languages to engage audiences with data narratives. This reflects her commitment to advancing the field of data visualization.