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Dr. Liu Huiru is a lecturer in Sinology at the Department II of the University of Trier, Germany. He holds a doctorate in German studies and has been teaching Chinese language and literature at German universities since 1992, including positions at Tübingen and Trier. He served as a visiting professor at the University of Mainz (Germersheim) and the University of Göttingen in the fields of Chinese and Sinology during 2013–2014 and 2015–2016. He was also involved in the DFG-funded research project "Poetry in Transition" at the University of Trier in 2017–2018.
His research interests include:
- German and Chinese literature
- Comparative literature
- Classical Chinese
- Confucianism
- German Romanticism
- Rainer Maria Rilke
Liu Huiru's academic and creative work bridges German and Chinese intellectual traditions. His publications span scholarly analysis and literary creation, reflecting a deep engagement with both cultures. The recent articles and books indicate a sustained focus on literary history, philosophical critique, and cross-cultural dialogue, particularly through the lens of German Romanticism and classical Chinese thought. His bilingual publications in Chinese and German highlight his role as a cultural mediator.
His notable works include:
- “Confucius as Critic” (2006), exploring critical dimensions in Confucian philosophy
- “Hou chushibiao de ganga” (2009), a nuanced analysis of a classical Chinese political text
- The History of German Literature. German Literature in the Nineteenth Century (2020), co-authored, representing Chinese scholarship on German literary history
- In the Zodiac Sign of the Camel. Aphorisms and Poems (2020), showcasing his creative output
- Co-editing a Festschrift on Chinese intellectual history (2020)
Dr. Liu advises no formally listed students in the provided texts and has not received any explicitly mentioned scientific awards. He collaborates academically, as seen in co-authored and edited volumes, and has participated in externally funded research projects such as the DFG’s "Poetry in Transition." There is no mention of grants led by him, but his involvement in DFG projects suggests research collaboration. He maintains an office at Campus I, A349, with regular consultation hours, and can be contacted via email.
There is no information about specific labs or research teams led by Dr. Liu. However, his participation in the DFG project indicates integration into broader research networks in Sinology and comparative literature at the University of Trier.





