Data Observatory

Data Observatory

One of Europe’s most advanced data visualisation environments, located at Imperial College London.

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The Data Observatory brings complex data to life through immersive, multi-dimensional displays, enabling new insights, collaboration, and impactful storytelling for research, education, and industry.

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What we offer

Find out more about the different experiences we offer in the Data Observatory.

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How to use the Data Observatory

For information on the booking process for accessing the Data Observatory

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Filming in the Data Observatory

For internal or external filming requests to use the Data Observatory space.

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Visualisations in the Data Observatory

Take a look at our visualisation case study catalogue to see examples of work in the Data Observatory.

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Data Observatory In The Media

On the BBC's 'The Sky at Night', Professor Chris Lintott is on a virtual field trip to Mars with Professor Sanjeev Gupta.

Dr Chris van Tulleken investigates a mysterious virus that could cause the next pandemic, one scientists think will be deadlier than Covid-19.

Professor Sanjeev Gupta on ITV news talking about new research that shows "a tantilising hint of potential life" on Mars.

BBC Click's Spencer Kelly catches up with astronaut Tim Peake about the history of space exploration, the pioneers who helped us get there and what the future could hold.

Xander Engineers tackle big data at the Data Observatory

Ahead of World Mental Health Day 2017, The Duke of Cambridge visited the DO to see the impact of the Heads Together Campaign.