("Design vs emergence". image from scimaps.org)

People have different opinions on the place of mapping in today's activism. It's a "sexy media hook", sure -- but does it actually change anything? Lisa Goldman of Techpresident comes to the conclusion that yes, it most definitely does.

And while we're on the subject of mapping, Scimaps is currently attempting to kickstart discussion on ways to track progress, through providing access to over 100 maps visualizing everything from DNA development to the history of science fiction.