When you hear "3DCG video production," many people might think of movies or games.However, as of 2026, the field for 3DCG ...
Western University GIS expert Liz Sutherland explains the Mercator map projection, Equal Earth maps and why no map is perfect.
How the world map changed over centuries, why Mercator makes Greenland look huge, why Asia is the largest continent, how map projections work and the truth behind common world map myths.
Equal Earth projection, adopted by the UN last week, provides an alternative to 16th-century Mercator display ...
The UN has passed a non-binding resolution to endorse the Equal Earth Projection, a map which more fairly represents the true ...
This interactive map compares the Mercator projection versus the Equal Earth projection. Use the slide bar to compare the 2 maps. Image via EqualEarthMap.app. Science news, night sky events and ...
The UN has endorsed the Equal Earth projection to provide a more accurate view of landmasses. Experts explain why this matters for global perception.
The process of converting a three-dimensional(3D) spherical globe into a two-dimensional(2D) flat surface creates a problem for the cartographer. A trade-off is required between the accuracy of ...
General Assembly has approved a resolution encouraging the world to move away from the centuries-old Mercator map projection.
Donald Trump’s interest in buying Greenland, citing it’s large size, was likely influenced by the distorted Mercator map ...