Catherine D'Ignazio

Catherine D'Ignazio (stage name "kanarinka") is an American professor, artist, and software developer specializing in the field of feminism and data literacy. She currently serves as an Assistant Professor of Urban Science and Planning at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and is the Director of the Data + Feminism Lab. D'Ignazio is known for her groundbreaking hackathons (e.g., "Make the Breast Pump Not Suck") and her co-authored book with Lauren Klein, Data Feminism. Her research focuses on data visualization, news recommendation systems, and the application of technology in social issues, aiming to challenge structural inequality through data and technology.

• 2017–Present·Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)·Assistant Professor of Urban Science and Planning
  • Leads the Data + Feminism Lab, focusing on data visualization and social justice.
• 2010–2017·Rhode Island School of Design (RISD)·Lecturer in Digital+Media Graduate Program
  • Taught courses on software development and media arts.
• 2017–2019·Emerson College·Assistant Professor of Data Visualization and Civic Media
  • Focused on news recommendation systems and data visualization projects.

• 2014·Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)·Master of Science (M.S.)
  • Specialized in Media Arts and Sciences.
• 2002·Maine College of Art·Master of Fine Arts (MFA)
  • Concentrated in Studio Art, Design, and Theory.
• 1998·Tufts University·Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
  • Majored in International Relations.