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Maria Gomez-Bedoya is Associate Professor in Spanish and Applied Linguistics at the University of East Anglia's School of Media, Language and Communication Studies, with additional affiliations at University of Oxford and Universidad Autonoma de Barcelona. Her research examines empathic communication in forensic and educational contexts.
Research interests focus on rapport management in interpreter-mediated police interviews with victims, cross-cultural aspects of forensic communication, and inclusive language pedagogy. As a certified trainer for Spanish police forces, she bridges academic research and investigative practice.
Award recognition includes being finalist for UEA Innovation and Impact Award. Teaching responsibilities include modules in Second Language Teaching, Forensic Linguistics, and Spanish language instruction while serving as Year Abroad Coordinator.
