Eleonora Bernardi

Eleonora Bernardi is a Contract Professor at the Department of Interpretation and Translation, University of Bologna. She holds a PhD in Translation, Interpreting, and Intercultural Studies (2023), focusing on interpreters in conflict zones. Her research explores military perspectives, mental health in interpreting, and pandemic impacts on healthcare communication. She is a freelance conference interpreter accredited by European institutions, working in Italian, English, French, and South Slavic languages.

• Education: Graduated in Conference Interpreting from SSLiMIT Forlì (2013), PhD in Translation Studies (2023).
• Professional Experience: Medical interpreter at AUSL Romagna (2013–2016), contract lecturer at University of Macerata (2011–2016), and DIT Forlì (2017–2019).

Her work emphasizes ethical practices in conflict zones and intercultural mediation. She serves as a sworn translator in Rimini and collaborates with the Croatian Consulate in Milan. Recent publications analyze interpreter training, trauma management, and pandemic challenges in healthcare.