![Washington DC map showing overlapping concentration of schools and high rates of asthma hospitalization in the south western region](/sites/g/files/omnuum10826/files/styles/hwp_21_9__1920x825/public/datasmart/files/dc_gis.png?itok=14haZijt) 

 



 

#  Using Spatial Data to Build an Equitable Sensor Network 

 





November 18, 2024

 

 

 [ Muen Zhang ](https://datasmart.hks.harvard.edu/using-spatial-analytics-address-localized-environmental-harm#muenzhang) Alex Adame 

This StoryMap is an accompanying piece to the paper [Using Spatial Analytics to Address Localized Environmental Harm](/using-spatial-analytics-address-localized-environmental-harm). Explore below to see how the framework from that paper was applied to hyperlocal air pollution work in Washington, DC.

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##  About the Author 

### Muen Zhang

   ![Headshot of Muen Zhang](/sites/g/files/omnuum10826/files/styles/hwp_1_1__100x100_scale/public/datasmart/files/muen-zhang-2.jpg?itok=3M7A9Um-) 

 

Muen Zhang is a third-year Master in Landscape Architecture student at the Harvard Graduate School of Design, with a strong focus on leveraging data analytics and information technologies to address complex urban and environmental challenges. Prior to pursuing her current studies, Zhang gained diverse experience across architecture, NGOs, and impact investing. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Architecture from the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, where she specialized in building technology.



 

##  Helping cities create healthier futures 

 Environment and Public Health 

This was produced as part of the Community Data Health Initiative, generously funded from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.



 

 [ Learn more about the Initiative  arrow\_circle\_right ](/about-community-data-health-initiative) 

 

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 See also:- [ Data Visualization ](/topics/data-visualization)
- [ Environment ](/topics/environment)
- [ GIS ](/topics/gis)
- [ Public Health ](/topics/public-health)
 
 

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