Computer-Assisted Literary Translation Professors and Supervisors

Wei ZhaoView profile

Assistant Professor

University of AberdeenUnited Kingdom

Wei Zhao is an Assistant Professor in Natural Language Processing at the School of Natural and Computing Sciences, University of Aberdeen, where he also leads research as a Principal Investigator. He is additionally an invited lecturer at Heidelberg University, Germany. His research focuses on evaluation of NLP systems, cross-temporal research, and applications of large language models in science and humanities. His research interests include: Evaluation of Large Language Models Diachronic and Cross-Temporal NLP AI for Scientific Discovery Lexicography and Lexical Semantics Machine Translation and Human-AI Collaboration Graph-based Representation Learning The recent articles highlight a strong trend in leveraging LLMs for scientific and linguistic tasks, particularly in evaluation, cross-temporal modeling, and human-AI collaboration. His work spans both theoretical foundations (e.g., graph embedding) and practical applications in translation, lexicography, and scientific content generation. Scientific awards and recognitions include: Outstanding Paper Award at NAACL Computing Grant from Google Sponsorship from Artificial Intelligence Journal Research Catalyst Funding from University of Aberdeen Computing Credits from OpenAI Research Collaboration Grant from Royal Society of Edinburgh Wei Zhao actively supervises multiple Master's and Bachelor's students, including Qianchen Luo, Gagan Bhatia, Ran Zhang, and Lydia Körber, among others. He is also co-supervising a PhD student with Steffen Eger. He has served as an Area Chair for ARR, COLING, and CoNLL 2025, and as a reviewer for EPSRC, Leverhulme Trust, and ISPF. His research is funded by Google, OpenAI, Royal Society of Edinburgh, and the Artificial Intelligence Journal. He leads a vibrant research group focusing on LLMs, cross-temporal bias, evaluation, and NLP for science, with ongoing projects in literary translation, lexicography, and multimodal scientific content.

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Andreas van CranenburghView profile

Assistant Professor

University of GroningenNetherlands

Dr. Andreas van Cranenburgh is an Assistant Professor of Digital Humanities and Information Sciences at the University of Groningen, Faculty of Arts. His work focuses on computational linguistics, statistical parsing, and computational literary studies, with expertise in information science, language & linguistics, and artificial intelligence. He leads projects on historical text normalization, authorship attribution, and narrative analysis frameworks like the GOLEM Triple Store. His research integrates NLP techniques with literary analysis, addressing topics such as gender bias in literary prizes, coreference resolution in Dutch literature, and psycholinguistic applications in speech disorder detection. He collaborates on corpora like OpenBoek and Dutch Novels 1800-2000, advancing digital humanities infrastructure. Notable contributions include developing Dutchcoref systems for literary text processing, exploring machine learning approaches to literary quality, and advancing graph-based narrative representations. His work bridges computational methods with humanistic inquiry, impacting both academic research and cultural heritage preservation.

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Ingrid Cáceres WürsigView profile

Professor

University of AlcaláSpain

Ingrid Cáceres Würsig is a Professor of Translation and Interpreting at the University of Alcalá, affiliated with the Department of Modern Philology in the Faculty of Philosophy and Letters. She serves as Vice Dean of Quality and is a key member of the FITISPos and RECEPTION research groups, focusing on public service translation, interpreting, and interdisciplinary reception studies. Her research spans translation history , reception of Spanish-German texts , literary and cultural reception , myth criticism , and translation pedagogy . She has led and participated in numerous national and regional research projects, often integrating digital tools and open knowledge platforms like Wikipedia. Her recent publications and conference presentations reflect a strong interest in digital humanities , AI in language training , and hybrid teaching models . She has advised several PhD students on topics ranging from machine translation to cultural stereotypes in Cold War cinema. Her scholarly output shows consistent engagement with interdisciplinary themes, particularly at the intersection of history, language, and cultural identity. Scientific contributions include: Co-director of the Master’s Program in Conference Interpreting Coordinator of the iDEALE teaching innovation group Collaborator with CSIC, Wikimedia Spain, and digital repositories (POETRY-15, Portal of the History of Translation in Spain) Principal investigator and co-investigator in multiple funded projects (e.g., PID2022-137506OB-I00, AGLAYA) She actively promotes service-learning and digital literacy in translation education, positioning her work at the forefront of modern academic and pedagogical innovation.

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Agustín Santiago Darias MarreroView profile

Associate Professor

University of Las Palmas de Gran CanariaSpain

Agustín Santiago Darias Marrero is a full-time Associate Professor in the Department of Modern Philology, Translation and Interpretation at the University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria , specializing in Translation and Interpreting within the Arts and Humanities. His work focuses on intercultural mediation, political discourse, and technology-assisted translation. His research interests include: Political Discourse Analysis through multimodal and pragmatic approaches Intercultural Communication in translation and training contexts Language Technology for public service and conference interpreting Cultural Identity in literary and tourism translations His publications span 2011–2025 , covering topics from queer theory in Maghreb literature to stress in professional interpreting . Key collaborations include Ana Ruth Vidal Luengo and Claudio Bendazzoli. Journal rankings (e.g., ESCI Q1, SJR Q3) reflect his contributions to Translation Studies and Linguistics . He is affiliated with research groups such as: GIR Translation and Interpreting, Interculturality, Applied Languages and Travel Literature GIR Discourse, Communication and Society

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Fabio CiambellaView profile

Researcher

Sapienza University of RomeItaly

Fabio Ciambella is a Researcher at the Department of European, American, and Intercultural Studies of Sapienza University of Rome . His academic work focuses on Corpus Linguistics , Shakespeare Studies , Translation Studies , and Early Modern English pragmatics. Teaches Second Language Acquisition (first semester) and English Language 3 (second semester) Specializes in dance lexicon analysis, historical translation reception, and CLIL methodology His publications demonstrate interdisciplinary connections between: Shakespearean language and modern media (ads, news, memes) Italian Renaissance dance manuals and English theatrical practices AI-assisted translation of historical varieties Eco-discourse pragmatics in food columns Office hours available via individual scheduling through fabio.ciambella@uniroma1.it

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Aletha StahlView profile

Visiting Assistant Professor

Purdue UniversityUnited States

Aletha Stahl is a Visiting Assistant Professor in Purdue University's School of Languages and Cultures, where she teaches French, Comparative Literature, and Cornerstone program courses. With a PhD in Comparative Literature from the University of Iowa, she previously served as Lead Intercultural Learning Specialist at Purdue for seven years and spent over two decades at Earlham College as Professor of French and Francophone Studies. Specializes in intercultural competence curriculum design Developer of international study programs in Martinique, Haiti, and Montreal Contributor to the scholarship of teaching and learning Her research focuses on intercultural learning in diverse educational contexts, spanning language pedagogy, study abroad innovation, and interdisciplinary approaches to STEM and medical education . Recent publications examine virtual learning environments, gender representation in literature, and citizenship discourse in historical Caribbean contexts. Scientific awards and honors: No awards explicitly mentioned in available texts. Awarded grants for intercultural learning initiatives and study abroad program development , though specific funding sources aren't detailed in the provided content. She has advised students on academic matters and senior capstone projects throughout her career.

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Christian RiegelView profile

Professor

University of ReginaCanada

Professor Christian Riegel serves as Professor of Health and Medical Humanities and English at the University of Regina, where he co-directs the IMPACT Lab (Interactive Media, Psychology, Art Creation, and Technology). His institutional affiliations extend to the International Institute for Critical Studies in Improvisation as a Team Member on the SSHRC Partnership Grant 'Improvising Futures'. Riegel's research synthesizes Health and Medical Humanities, Disability Studies, and technological innovation, with particular focus on ableism, eye tracking applications, point-of-care ultrasound education, and Canadian literary traditions. His interdisciplinary approach bridges humanities scholarship with clinical practice, creating novel methodologies for examining medical education and disability representation through transdisciplinary collaboration. Current research initiatives demonstrate strong funding support, including SSHRC Insight Grants as Principal Investigator for 'Disrupt/ability: Disability, Ableism, Eye Tracking Technology and Art Creation' and as Co-Investigator for SHRF-funded ultrasound education research. These projects reflect his commitment to translating humanities insights into practical healthcare applications while maintaining active literary scholarship. Recognized as a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA), Riegel's scholarly impact spans decades with significant contributions to Canadian literature studies and emerging leadership in medical humanities. His recent publications (2023-2025) show increasing focus on health technology applications while maintaining connections to literary and cultural analysis. As a supervisor, Riegel offers graduate students unique opportunities through the IMPACT Lab to engage in cutting-edge research at the humanities-technology-health intersection. His lab environment emphasizes collaborative creation, methodological innovation, and real-world application of research in medical education and disability justice contexts.

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Jarosław BogackiView profile

Assistant Professor

Opole UniversityPoland

Dr. Jarosław Bogacki serves as an Assistant Professor ( adiunkt ) at the Institute of Linguistics, University of Opole. His academic profile demonstrates a strong focus on linguistic research with particular emphasis on Silesian regional studies, historical texts, and cultural identity markers. With 19 documented publications and a ministerial score of 739, his scholarly contributions represent significant engagement with Polish linguistic academia. His research interests span multiple dimensions of linguistics, with particular focus on text linguistics , Silesian regional studies , toponymy , and historical linguistic analysis . Dr. Bogacki's work frequently examines the intersection of language, culture, and regional identity, particularly in the historical context of Opole and Silesia. His research demonstrates consistent engagement with both Polish and German linguistic traditions, reflecting the complex cultural history of the region. Analysis of his publication record reveals strong thematic consistency across his scholarly output, with recurring focus on historical text analysis, regional identity markers, and linguistic phenomena specific to the Silesian region. His work often incorporates interdisciplinary approaches, connecting linguistic analysis with historical, cultural, and sociological perspectives. Dr. Bogacki maintains an active research profile with recent publications spanning from 2016 to 2023, demonstrating ongoing scholarly productivity. His work appears to contribute significantly to regional linguistic studies, particularly in documenting and analyzing the linguistic heritage of Silesia. His professional activities include participation in academic cooperation and research projects, as indicated by his institutional profile. The University of Opole repository lists his ORCID identifier (0000-0003-4425-9279) and other academic identifiers, supporting his integration into national and international scholarly networks.

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Izabella Adamczewska-BaranowskaView profile

Assistant Professor

University of LodzPoland

Izabella Adamczewska-Baranowska is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Theory of Literature, Faculty of Philology, University of Lodz. She has been working at the Institute of Contemporary Culture since 2009, after defending her doctoral dissertation in 2007 titled "Evolution of the environmental novel in contemporary Polish literature." She teaches courses including Literature Promotion and Publishing Market, Fact and Fiction, Text Editing, Narrative Techniques, and Reportage Laboratory. Her primary research interests focus on literary theory, particularly the theory of the novel and reportage, literary journalism, and biopoetics. She has published three monographs: "Jacek Hugo-Bader. Włóczęga" (2022), "False Reportages and True Fictions. Journalistic Novel and Reportage in the Post-Truth Era and Performative Turn" (2020), and "Landscape after Masłowska. Evolution of the Environmental Novel in Contemporary Polish Literature" (2011). Her work explores the boundaries between fact and fiction, especially in journalistic and reportage literature. Her recent scholarly output demonstrates a consistent focus on contemporary reportage, autotheory, and the intersection of literature with urban studies, ecocriticism, and gender studies. She frequently examines how reportage functions in the post-truth era and how performative approaches transform traditional journalistic forms. Her work shows particular interest in Polish authors like Jacek Hugo-Bader and the international reception of Polish literature. Nagroda Rektora UŁ II stopnia za monografię "Krajobraz po Masłowskiej" Nagroda Rektora UŁ II stopnia za cykl publikacji o reportażu i powieści dziennikarskiej Nagroda Rektora UŁ II stopnia za książkę "Jacek Hugo-Bader. Włóczęga" Złote Pióro im. Jerzego Katarasińskiego – "Redaktor sezonu 2017/2018" She has supervised two theses and has been actively involved in the "Leksykon terminów medialnych" project funded by the Ministry of Education and Science. Beyond academia, she works as a journalist for the Lodz branch of "Gazeta Wyborcza" since 2002, reviewing theater performances and books, and maintains a literature blog "Wchodzę w słowo" on Facebook.

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Radia HannachiView profile

Senior Lecturer

University of Southern BrittanyFrance

Radia Hannachi is a Senior Lecturer in Language Didactics at the University of Franche-Comté, affiliated with the research team Heritage and Creation in Text and Image (HCTI). Her work bridges language pedagogy and digital innovation, emphasizing: AI-driven writing assessment and generative tools Multimodal grammar instruction Collaborative digital literacy frameworks Her research, often co-authored with international collaborators, examines technology's role in reshaping language education. Recent publications highlight trends in generative AI applications, scientific text simplification, and social media discourse analysis. She actively contributes to CLEF initiatives, focusing on accessibility in academic communication. Key research domains include: Language Didactics : Active learning methodologies enhanced by digital tools Digital Writing : From mind mapping to AI-assisted co-creation Multimodal Communication : Integrating text, image, and data visualization She maintains a focus on practical pedagogical innovations, as evidenced in her development of virtual collaborative environments and strategies for technology integration in curricula.

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CHEN Yi-Chiao 陈枻樵View profile

Assistant Professor

National University of SingaporeSingapore

CHEN Yi-Chiao 陈枻樵 serves as an Assistant Professor at the National University of Singapore, teaching foundational and specialized translation courses including Basic Translation (TRA2101), Film and Television Subtitling Translation (TRA3203), Literary Translation (TRA3204), and Computer-Assisted Translation Tools (TRA3205). Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with technological applications in translation practice. Education Ph.D. from Imperial College London Research Interests Dr. Chen's research integrates Translation Theories and Translation Strategies with computational methodologies, emphasizing Corpus-based Translation Studies and Translation Technologies . She specializes in Audiovisual Translation for film/TV subtitling and Literary Translation , while advancing Computer-assisted Translation Tools to enhance workflow efficiency. Her interdisciplinary approach connects linguistic analysis, digital humanities, and cross-cultural communication. Contact Email: chscy@nus.edu.sg | Office: AS8/05-35 | Tel: 65-6516-6007

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Jose Badillo CarlosView profile

Assistant Professor

Queens University of CharlotteUnited States

Dr. Jose Badillo Carlos serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of World Languages within the College of Arts & Sciences at Queens University of Charlotte. His academic journey includes a Ph.D. in Hispanic and Cultural Studies from Michigan State University, complemented by advanced degrees in Spanish Language and Literature from Northern Illinois University. Ph.D., Hispanic and Cultural Studies, Michigan State University M.S., Spanish Language and Literature, Northern Illinois University B.A., Spanish Language and Literature, Northern Illinois University Dr. Badillo Carlos specializes in the analysis of Mexican cultural productions examining state violence and corruption through contemporary literature, music, and film. His research particularly focuses on narcocorridos (drug ballads), cinematic satires like Luis Estrada's works, and representations of Chicanx/Latinx communities in media and higher education. He actively investigates how violence manifests in cultural narratives through mediums ranging from Narcos to Breaking Bad , while connecting these analyses to broader societal structures. His recent work has expanded into digital humanities, exploring AI integration in language pedagogy and technological tools for translation learning. His scholarly output demonstrates consistent engagement with Mexican political representation across multiple platforms—peer-reviewed publications in MIFLC Review and Aula lírica , book reviews, and frequent conference presentations at venues like SAMLA and MIFLC. These works collectively trace evolving methodologies from traditional literary analysis toward digital scholarship. Summer Support Fellowship (Michigan State University, $4,500.00, 2021) Dissertation Completion Fellowship (Michigan State University, $8,000.00, 2019) Dr. Johannes Sachse Memorial Award (Michigan State University, $1,128.00, 2018) Outstanding Graduate Student Award (Northern Illinois University, 2014) As an active academic citizen, Dr. Badillo Carlos serves as Faculty Advisor for the Latin American Student Organization (LASO), sits on Queens' Student Experience Committee, and contributes to editorial boards including Revista Letral and Label Me Latina/o Journal . He produces the student-centered podcast Descubriendo Momentos , which highlights student narratives both on and off campus. His community engagement extends to keynote speeches for organizations like ORGULLO at JELD-WEN and Somos Uno for Tepper Sports & Entertainment, where he addresses Latino representation in Hollywood and immigration policy impacts.

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Renata KamenickáView profile

Assistant Professor

Masaryk UniversityCzech

Renata Kamenická, Ph.D. , born January 5, 1970 in Brno, is an active Assistant Professor at the Department of English and American Studies, Faculty of Arts, Masaryk University. She has held this position continuously since November 2005, following an earlier appointment from 1996-1999 (with maternity leave from 1999-2005). Her academic home is firmly established at Masaryk University where she contributes to both teaching and research missions. Dr. Kamenická earned her Ph.D. in translation studies from Charles University in Prague (2007), an M.A. in English Language and Literature from Masaryk University (1996), and an Mgr. in teaching mathematics and physics from Masaryk University's Faculty of Science (1993). Her academic journey reflects a strong foundation in both linguistic studies and pedagogical training. Her research centers on translation theory with particular focus on explicitation and implicitation phenomena in literary translation, translator style, and cultural conceptualizations across languages. She has developed significant expertise in contrastive English-Czech analysis, investigating how linguistic structures and cultural concepts transfer between these languages. Her work bridges theoretical translation studies with practical applications in translation pedagogy, examining how translation universals manifest in both professional and student work. Recent research extends into digital translation environments, exploring the implications of machine translation and post-editing in contemporary translation practice. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2014-2024) reveals a consistent trajectory from traditional literary translation studies toward more technologically engaged research. While maintaining her core interest in translator behavior and stylistic choices, she has increasingly addressed machine translation outputs, post-editing practices, and the cognitive dimensions of translation in digital environments. Her work demonstrates sophisticated methodology combining corpus analysis, contrastive linguistics, and cognitive approaches to examine both intralingual and interlingual translation phenomena. Dr. Kamenická has served on editorial boards for Brno Studies in English (since 2008) and Philologica Pragensia (since 2008), and has provided peer reviews for the Ostrava Journal of English Philology . Her university activities include leading student subtitling workshops in collaboration with Cinema Mundi festival and supervising student translations for anthologies. Her teaching portfolio is extensive, including a two-semester Translation Theory course, Text and Discourse Analysis for Master's students in Translation Studies, literary translation courses focusing on style, and specialized workshops on poetry translation, subtitling, and translation universals. She has also presented internationally, including at the University of Eastern Finland (2010) and provided training for translators at the European Commission's Translation Directorate-General in Luxembourg (2010, 2011).

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Brandon HawkView profile

Professor

Rhode Island CollegeUnited States

Dr. Brandon Hawk is a Professor in the Department of English at Rhode Island College, where he has been teaching since 2015 after joining as an Assistant Professor. His academic journey progressed through Associate Professor (2020-2024) to his current full Professor position (2024-present), with prior experience as a Post-Doctoral Teaching Associate at the University of Tennessee (2014-2015). Dr. Hawk's educational foundation includes a Ph.D. in Medieval Studies from the University of Connecticut (2014), an M.A. in Medieval Studies from the same institution (2009), and a B.A. in English from Houghton College (2007), supplemented by specialized training at the First Summer School on Christian Apocryphal Literature at Université de Strasbourg (2012). His research centers on biblical apocrypha in Anglo-Saxon England, particularly the Gospel of Pseudo-Matthew and related texts, examining how medieval communities adapted, translated, and transmitted religious narratives. He has pioneered the concept of 'transmission studies' to analyze textual circulation across cultural boundaries. Notably, Dr. Hawk bridges academic scholarship with public engagement through his analyses of Star Wars and medieval manuscript traditions, making medieval studies accessible to broader audiences. His scholarly output reveals a clear evolution from focused textual studies toward interdisciplinary approaches combining traditional philology with digital humanities tools. Recent publications demonstrate increasing attention to transmission networks, digital methodologies for manuscript analysis, and cross-cultural reception of religious narratives, while maintaining his core focus on how medieval communities engaged with texts beyond the biblical canon. Dr. Hawk's contributions have been recognized through numerous prestigious awards: Multiple Faculty Scholarship and Development Grants from Rhode Island College for digital research initiatives Book Subvention Award from the Medieval Academy of America Most Valuable Professor Award from the Rhode Island College Athletics Department University of Connecticut Humanities Institute Dissertation Fellowship As an educator, Dr. Hawk has developed innovative courses spanning traditional medieval literature to specialized topics like 'Star Wars and Theory.' He currently serves as Director of the Liberal Studies Program and Director of Graduate Studies in English at Rhode Island College. His grant activity reflects a sustained commitment to building digital infrastructure for medieval studies, including the Sources of Old English and Anglo-Latin Literary Culture project. Dr. Hawk co-directs the Digital Research Center at Rhode Island College and serves as Director of the Sources of Old English and Anglo-Latin Literary Culture project. His collaboration with Dot Porter at the University of Pennsylvania on the 'Sacred Texts: Codices Far, Far Away' video series has gained significant public attention, appearing in Forbes , Space.com , and The Daily Pennsylvanian . This work exemplifies his unique ability to connect academic medieval studies with contemporary popular culture through media appearances, podcasts, and contributions to major outlets like The Washington Post and The Conversation .

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