From Statistics to Individuals: An Exploration of Zoomable Empathic Visualizations

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Main Authors: Chauvergne, Edwige, Prouzeau, Arnaud, Hachet, Martin, Dragicevic, Pierre
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Published: 2026
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author Chauvergne, Edwige
Prouzeau, Arnaud
Hachet, Martin
Dragicevic, Pierre
author_facet Chauvergne, Edwige
Prouzeau, Arnaud
Hachet, Martin
Dragicevic, Pierre
contents Data visualization is a powerful tool for conveying statistical information, but when representing populations, it tends to hide individuals. We introduce Zoomable Empathic Visualizations (ZEVs), interactive experiences allowing users to smoothly navigate between abstract statistical visualizations and more qualitative, relatable representations focused on individuals. We present three use cases of ZEVs and report on a qualitative user study that highlights opportunities for deeper understanding and emotional engagement, while pointing to areas for improvement and further refinement. In summary, ZEVs point toward new approaches for revealing the individuals behind the data.
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spellingShingle From Statistics to Individuals: An Exploration of Zoomable Empathic Visualizations
Chauvergne, Edwige
Prouzeau, Arnaud
Hachet, Martin
Dragicevic, Pierre
Human-Computer Interaction
Data visualization is a powerful tool for conveying statistical information, but when representing populations, it tends to hide individuals. We introduce Zoomable Empathic Visualizations (ZEVs), interactive experiences allowing users to smoothly navigate between abstract statistical visualizations and more qualitative, relatable representations focused on individuals. We present three use cases of ZEVs and report on a qualitative user study that highlights opportunities for deeper understanding and emotional engagement, while pointing to areas for improvement and further refinement. In summary, ZEVs point toward new approaches for revealing the individuals behind the data.
title From Statistics to Individuals: An Exploration of Zoomable Empathic Visualizations
topic Human-Computer Interaction
url https://arxiv.org/abs/2605.31026