María Pilar Castillo Bernal

María Pilar Castillo Bernal is a researcher and academic staff member in the Department of Translation and Interpretation at the University of Cordoba, Spain, specializing in German-Spanish translation. Holding a PhD from the University of Cordoba (2016) with a thesis on specialized language in literature focusing on Bernhard Schlink's Der Vorleser and its Spanish translation, she has established herself as a prominent scholar in multiple translation subfields.

Her research interests span literary translation, legal translation, medical/biosanitary translation, historical translation, phraseology, terminology, and computer-assisted translation. Dr. Castillo Bernal's work demonstrates particular expertise in the translation of specialized texts between German and Spanish, with significant contributions to understanding cultural transfer, terminology management, and the challenges of translating specialized language within literary contexts.

Her publication record shows consistent scholarly output with 38 papers, 4 books, and numerous articles appearing in reputable journals. Her most recent work (2022) examines the translation of sexual offense terminology across European legal systems, reflecting her engagement with contemporary social issues through a translation studies lens. Her research often combines theoretical frameworks with practical applications, particularly in educational contexts where she has developed innovative teaching methodologies for technical translation.

• Doctorate from University of Cordoba (2016)
• Specialization in German-Spanish translation
• Expertise in legal, medical, and literary translation
• Active researcher with publications spanning from 2014-2022
• Contributions to translation pedagogy and specialized translation

Dr. Castillo Bernal's work demonstrates a strong commitment to advancing both theoretical understanding and practical applications in translation studies, with particular attention to the cultural and linguistic challenges inherent in German-Spanish translation across multiple specialized domains.