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Dr. Caiwen Wang is a Senior Lecturer in Translation and Interpreting Studies at the University of Westminster, School of Humanities. She holds a PhD in Pragmatics from Loughborough University and a Master's degree in General Linguistics and Applied Linguistics (with Distinction) from Shanghai Jiao Tong University. Her academic credentials are complemented by practical experience as a professional translator and interpreter spanning over two decades.
- Current academic role: Senior Lecturer
- Institutional affiliations: University of Westminster, UCL, Imperial College
- Research expertise: Translation theory, interpreting studies, pragmatics, applied linguistics
Dr. Wang's research focuses on empirical approaches to translation and interpreting, examining cognitive processes, cultural mediation, and technological adaptation. Her recent publications explore topics such as AI's impact on impoliteness interpreting, medical terminology translation, and the historical development of Chinese translation pedagogy. She has co-edited two influential book series:
- Translation and Interpreting as Social Interaction (Bloomsbury Academic)
- Empirical Studies of Translation and Interpreting (Routledge)
She has received recognition for her work in medical translation, including the Rare Dementia Support project that expanded multilingual resources for dementia patients worldwide. Her teaching encompasses:
- PG modules: Chinese Public Service Interpreting, Simultaneous Interpreting, Interpreting Project
- UG modules: Translation theory, Work-integrated Simulation for Translators
- Specialized training: Computer-assisted interpreting tools
As an academic reviewer for journals like Perspectives and Journal of Pragmatics, she contributes to the advancement of translation studies. Her innovative pedagogy includes the Students as Co-Creators Project (2023-2024), which enhanced employability through industry professional interviews.
