Adrienne K. Ho Rose is an Associate Professor of Instruction in the Department of Classics at the University of Iowa. Her work spans Latin, Greek, and Classical Chinese, with emphases on translation poetics, experimental translation practices, and cross-cultural literary studies. She contributes to the Society for Classical Studies' blog and teaches courses in Classics, Translation, and World Literature. Education : Ph.D. in Comparative Literature, University of Iowa M.F.A. in Literary Translation, University of Iowa Graduate Certificate in Book Arts, University of Iowa Center for the Book B.A. in Classics & English/Creative Writing, Concordia University, Montreal Research Interests : Combines textual analysis with material culture studies, exploring how translation bridges cultural divides and addresses humanitarian issues. Active in multimodal translation practices and the intersection of technology with classical texts. Engagement : Publishes on translation theory and practices, curates public-facing content through her blog, and develops innovative pedagogical approaches in Classics.
Min-Hsiu Liao is an Associate Professor in the School of Social Sciences at Heriot-Watt University, with a dual affiliation in the Languages & Intercultural Studies department. Their research focuses on translation studies, multimodal discourse analysis, and intercultural communication with particular emphasis on museums, heritage sites, and urban linguistic landscapes. They hold a PhD in Translation Studies from Heriot-Watt University and have extensive academic credentials including degrees from the University of Geneva and National Tsing-Hua University. Education: PhD in Translation Studies, Heriot-Watt University MAS in Interpreter Training, University of Geneva MA in Applied Translation Studies, University of Leeds BA in Foreign Literature and Languages, National Tsing-Hua University Key Research Interests: Multilingual museum spaces and placemaking Translation in heritage and memory studies Cultural geography and community translation practices Linguistic landscape analysis in urban contexts Funded Projects: "Facilitating Linguistic Flows in Cities" (2024, British Association for Applied Linguistics) "Counter-translating the City" (2023, Royal Society of Edinburgh) "Translating Taiwan" (2022, Chiang Ching-Kuo Foundation) Awards: BAAL Applied Linguistic Funds (2024) Royal Society of Edinburgh Research Grants (2023) Chiang Ching Kuo Foundation Research Grants (2021) Teaching and Roles: Programme director of MSc Intercultural Business Communication and member of the IATIS training committee. Teaches English-Chinese Translation, Research Methods, and supervises PhD candidates in museum and heritage translation. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with key institutions including Edinburgh & Lothian Regional & Equality Council, Historic Environment Scotland, and Taipei National University of the Arts to advance research on language, space, and community.
Camille LE GALL is a Lecturer in the Department of English-Speaking World Studies at Toulouse Jean Jaurès University, affiliated with the Center for Anglophone Studies (CAS). She has held this position since 2020 and is currently serving as an ATER (Temporary Teaching and Research Attaché) from 2023 to 2025. Her academic work bridges translation studies, American literature, and linguistic analysis, with a strong emphasis on marginalized voices in Southern U.S. literature. Her research focuses on the translation of sociolects, particularly African American Vernacular English, and the representation of queer and disabled identities in literary texts by authors such as Carson McCullers, William Faulkner, and Zora Neale Hurston. She employs interdisciplinary methods combining stylistics, narratology, and sociolinguistics to examine how voice, identity, and cultural specificity are preserved or transformed in translation. The trends in her recent publications reveal a sustained engagement with the challenges of translating linguistic and cultural marginality. Her work spans journal articles, conference communications, and collaborative research, often analyzing the stylistic and political dimensions of literary translation. She investigates temporal aspects of retranslation and explores creative pedagogical approaches, such as bilingual writing workshops, that blur the boundaries between translation and creation. She has presented her research at international conferences including Faulkner and Yoknapatawpha, Retranslation in Context, and the Southern Studies Forum. She is actively involved in organizing academic events, notably the online seminar 'Translating Minority Voices' and study days for young researchers at CAS. Her academic service includes serving as an elected representative of CAS doctoral students from 2022 to 2023. She teaches a range of subjects including translation, written expression, phonetics, and stylistics at undergraduate and master's levels. She also engages in science communication through events like 'Thèse en 180 secondes' and 'Pint of Science'.
Leah Gerber is a Senior Lecturer at Monash University and a core member of the Monash Intercultural Lab (MIL). She holds a PhD in German Studies from Monash University (2008), supported by DAAD funding for research at Humboldt University, Berlin. Her work focuses on literary translation, Australian literature in global contexts, and multilingual communication strategies for culturally diverse communities. Gerber’s research intersects with UN SDGs 4 (Quality Education) and 10 (Reduced Inequalities), emphasizing equitable access to language services and cultural understanding. Education: Bachelor’s in German Studies, Monash University (2002) DAAD Scholarship for studies at Free University, Berlin (2001) PhD in German Studies, Monash University (2008), with DAAD-funded research in Berlin Research Interests: Literary and creative translation methodologies Children’s literature translation dynamics Cross-cultural mediation in multilingual contexts Technology-enhanced translator training (e.g., VR for family violence interpreters) Key Projects: Primary Investigator in initiatives like Building Mental Health Capacity of the Auslan Workforce (2024–2026) and Best Practice Guidelines for Co-designing Community Translations (2024). Her work bridges academic research with practical applications, including training bilingual workers and enhancing healthcare communication for CALD populations. Awards: Recipient of DAAD scholarships for undergraduate and PhD studies, recognizing her contributions to intercultural research. Labs/Teams: Leads the Monash Intercultural Lab, fostering collaborative research on translation, migration, and community engagement.
Dr. Tayfun Nesimoğlu is a faculty member in the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering at Middle East Technical University Northern Cyprus Campus (METU-NCC). His research focuses on advanced RF and microwave engineering, with particular expertise in amplifier design, linearization techniques, and software-defined radio technologies for modern wireless communication systems. His research interests span RF/microwave active and passive circuit design, amplifier linearization techniques, mixer design, tunable RF components, interference suppression, power-efficient transceiver design, and 3G/4G/LTE mobile communication systems. Dr. Nesimoğlu's work bridges theoretical research with practical applications, addressing critical challenges in spectrum efficiency and power consumption in modern communication systems. Analysis of his publication record reveals a consistent focus on solving fundamental challenges in RF design for wireless communications, particularly in amplifier linearization and mixer design. His research has evolved from fundamental linearization techniques to addressing specific challenges in software-defined radio and multi-standard communication systems, demonstrating both theoretical depth and practical relevance to industry needs. Dr. Nesimoğlu has made significant contributions through numerous patents and publications. His work on mixer linearization using frequency retranslation resulted in multiple international patents, and he has published extensively in IEEE journals and conferences on topics related to RF engineering and wireless communications. His research has been supported by major industry collaborations including IST-TRUST project with partners such as Siemens, Motorola, Toshiba, and Kings College London, as well as Toshiba Research Ltd. projects focused on 4G multi-band linear power amplifiers and envelope elimination and restoration techniques. These collaborations highlight the industry relevance of his research in advancing wireless communication technologies.
Dr. Arianna Autieri is a Lecturer in English and Translation Studies at Goldsmiths, University of London. She serves as Programme Co-Coordinator for the BA Media and English, while maintaining active academic roles in interdisciplinary research. With formal affiliations at University of Warwick (where she earned her PhD and PGDip) and current teaching positions at Goldsmiths, Autieri bridges literary analysis, musical interpretation, and experimental translation in both her pedagogy and research pursuits. PhD in Translation Studies (University of Warwick, 2022) Associate Fellow, Advance HE (2021) MA in Languages and Literature (University of Milan, 2017) BA in Music - Classical Guitar (Conservatorio G. Verdi, 2015) Her research explores James Joyce's musical prose through experimental translation frameworks, focusing particularly on "Sirens" and "The Dead" from Ulysses and Dubliners. This work intersects with: musico-literary text analysis creative translation practices interdisciplinary humanities digital translation platforms technology-enhanced literary interpretation globalization and text transfer Autieri's article publications (2018-2024) demonstrate consistent output in: James Joyce Quarterly Studia Translatorica Joys Studies in Italy Ticontre: Teoria Testo Traduzione She has received multiple awards including: Zürich James Joyce Foundation Special Translation Scholarship (2024) International James Joyce Foundation Scholarship (2021) Trieste Joyce School scholarship (2019) Her professional activities include co-organizing: "Breaking down the walls of Babel" interdisciplinary conference "Breaking the glass ceiling: women in translation" event KäTu Symposium on musicalized prose translation
Judit Mudriczki is an Associate Professor at the Department of Art Studies and Art Pedagogy, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Károli Gáspár Reformed University. She holds a PhD in Literary and Cultural Sciences from Pázmány Péter Catholic University (2010) and MA degrees in English Language and Literature (2005) and Hungarian Language and Literature (2004) from the same institution. Her academic career includes affiliations with the University of Pannonia, Hungarian Academy of Sciences, and Budapest Business School. She leads research on code-switching in arts and the Unified Bible Reader project. Education: PhD (2010), MA (2005, 2004) Language Skills: English (C2), Italian (C1), Latin (B2) Her research focuses on intersections of Shakespearean drama, audiovisual translation practices, Hungarian cultural identity formation, and intercultural narratives. Publications analyze how Hungarian literature is mediated in Anglo-Saxon contexts and examine Shakespeare's reception in Hungarian cinema. Her work connects literary theory with practical translation challenges, particularly in post-1989 cultural exchanges. Key publication trends span 2003-2024, covering Shakespearean analysis (1608 King Lear Quarto, Macbeth adaptations), Hungarian poetry translation (Szabó Lőrinc, Tandori Dezső), and intercultural reception studies. Articles frequently address audiovisual translation strategies, narrative innovations, and cultural canonization processes. Scientific Awards: OTDK 1st Prize (2001) Hungarian State Eötvös Scholarship (2010) She has presented at 30+ international conferences, including the European Society for the Study of English, European Society for Translation Studies, and Hungarian Society for the Study of English. Her guest research includes stays at the University of Edinburgh (2011) and Newcastle University (2010).
Sylvie Grimm-Hamen is a Professor at the University of Lorraine, specializing in Germanic and Scandinavian languages and literatures, with a focus on modern and contemporary German-language literature, Austrian literature, and cross-border cultural studies. Her research explores themes such as identity reconstruction in post-war Austria, historical denial, women writers, and the role of translators as cultural intermediaries between France and Austria. She leads the IC-TRANSLOR/ARIANE project, which aims to create a cross-border cultural portal. Her academic credentials include a doctorate (1992) and accreditation to supervise research (2010). Over the past five years, her publications have emphasized literary retranslations, cultural mediation, and the evolution of national identities. Her recent work includes analysis of Stefan Zweig’s 'Schachnovelle' and contributions to debates on memory and identity within European contexts. She is affiliated with the Civitas Europa Institute for Research on the Evolution of the Nation and the State (IRENEE) at the University of Lorraine.
Jorge Braga Riera is a Professor in the Department of English Studies at the Complutense University of Madrid (UCM), where he teaches in the Bachelor's Degree in English Studies, the Master's Degree in Literary Translation, and at the Institute of Languages and Translators. He holds a PhD in English Philology from the University of Oviedo and is accredited as a full university professor. His academic career includes teaching positions at CES Felipe II-UCM (Translation and Interpreting, 2001-2014), the Faculty of Translation of the University of Malaga (2010-2012), and the University of Central Lancashire in Madrid (2011-2014). As a professional translator, he has worked with major Spanish publishing houses including Gredos, Alianza Editorial, and the Spanish University Foundation, with his recent translation of Ezra Pound's The Spirit of Romance published in 2025. Professor Braga Riera's research focuses primarily on translation studies, particularly literary translation (especially drama) and contrastive studies (Spanish-English, English-Spanish). His scholarly output demonstrates a strong trajectory in theatrical translation, with increasing attention to retranslation phenomena, gender representation in translated theatre, and the historical reception of Spanish Golden Age drama in English-speaking contexts. His publications reveal sophisticated analysis of how theatrical texts navigate cultural transitions through the translation process, with particular attention to non-verbal elements, paratextual components, and the evolving portrayal of women's roles across different translations of the same dramatic works. His significant publications include The English Translation of the Comedies of the Golden Age (2009), Classical Spanish Drama in Restoration English (1660-1700) (2009), Tools and Techniques for English-Spanish Translation: Literary Texts (2015, with JP Rica), and Theatre is Different: The Translation of the Dramatic Experience (2024). He has also edited important reference works including the Dictionary of Theatrical Reception in Spain (2020). Professor Braga Riera currently serves as editor of Estudios de Traducción and is an active member of both the Madrid Theatre Institute (ITEM) and the University Institute of Modern Languages and Translators (IULMYT). His research has been supported through participation in significant projects including the INTRAL Literary Translation Research Group and the CARTEMAD-CM and CONSTEMAD-CM projects (funded by CAM/EU). He actively supervises PhD candidates working on translation topics, particularly welcoming proposals related to paratranslation, literary translation, ideology and theatre translation, children's literature in translation, retranslation, and translation history. His supervision approach integrates theoretical frameworks with practical translation concerns, emphasizing the cultural dimensions of translation.
Virginie Douglas is a Senior Lecturer HDR at the University of Rouen Normandy, affiliated with the ERIAC (Research Unit on Children's and Adolescent Literature) and the UFR Letters and Human Sciences. Her academic career spans over two decades with a focus on British Children's Literature, Young Adult Novels, and Translation Studies. She holds a Doctorate (2001) and HDR (2018) from Parisian institutions. Her research explores themes like subversion in non-realist fiction, translation challenges in children's literature, and the evolution of fantasy genres. Notable works include studies on Roald Dahl, Terry Pratchett, and the interplay between literature and media adaptation. Dr. Douglas has organized major international conferences such as the 2013 Retranslating Children’s Literature colloquium and co-edited volumes on family narratives and translation practices. She actively contributes to pedagogical initiatives, including training sessions for educators on using literature in classrooms. Her awards include the 2003 Critics' Prize for work on Victorian children's literature. She supervises numerous doctoral theses and serves on committees for prestigious journals and academic associations like the IRSCL.
Dr. Adrienn Gulyás is an Associate Professor in the Department of Arts Studies and Art Pedagogy at the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Károli Gáspár University of the Reformed Church in Hungary. She specializes in historical linguistics, sociolinguistics, dialectology, French creoles, and translation studies, with particular focus on Martinique Creole language and literary translation between French and Hungarian. Her educational background includes a PhD in Linguistics (Romance Studies) from Université René Descartes (Paris) and Eötvös Loránd University (Budapest) in 2008, with a dissertation on syllabic structure changes from Latin through Middle French to Martinique Creole. She earned her MA degrees in French Language and Literature and English Language and Literature from Eötvös Loránd University (Budapest) in 2000 and 2002, along with a Diplôme d'études approfondies from Université René Descartes (Paris) in 2001. Dr. Gulyás's research focuses on the historical development of creole languages, particularly Martinique Creole, examining phonological changes from Latin through Middle French. Her translation scholarship centers on French literary works into Hungarian, with special attention to Rabelais, Modiano, and contemporary French authors. She has conducted extensive research on translation challenges, particularly concerning colloquial language and cultural adaptation. Her scholarly output demonstrates consistent engagement with creole linguistics, historical language change, and literary translation theory. Recent publications show increasing focus on retranslation of classics and the philosophical dimensions of translation, while maintaining her foundational work on Martinique Creole language structure. Szekeres György Literary Translation Award (2018) Dr. Gulyás has served as an opponent in doctoral defenses, including for Kovalik-Deák Szilvia's dissertation on translator students' associative connections in C language vocabulary. She has received multiple translation grants, including awards from the Centre national du livre (France) in 2009 and 2012, and Babits Mihály Literary Translation Scholarships in 2009, 2010, 2012, and 2014. She has been active in the Hungarian Translators' Association (2010-2020) and served on the board of the Hungarian Association of Literary Translators (2017-2020). She coordinates the professional translation training program at her university and has organized literary translation events, including the Literary Translation Day with Dean Enikő Sepsi and Institute Head Géza Horváth. Her international academic engagement includes guest lectures and research stays at institutions such as Université François Rabelais (Tours), Jagiellonian University (Krakow), and Université Toulouse-Jean Jaures.
Piet Van Poucke is Associate Professor in Russian Language and Culture at Ghent University's Faculty of Arts and Philosophy, where he leads the Russian section within the Department of Translation, Interpreting and Communication. His work bridges Translation Studies and Critical Discourse Analysis, focusing on Russian-Western literary and journalistic translation dynamics. PhD in Russian Literature (1999, Ghent University) Steering committee member, Russia Platform Coordinator, CERISE (Centre for Russian International Socio-political Studies) Research spans retranslation theory, metaphor translation in news media, and ideological impacts on Russian-Dutch literary exchange. He organized the Retranslation in Context III conference (2017) and guest-edited special volumes for International Journal of Literary Linguistics and Cadernos de Tradução . Key projects include: 2024-2030: Women and translational rebellion in Soviet/Polish émigré contexts 2023-2027: Russian émigré journal translation networks 2020-2024: Dutch newspaper translations of Russian literature (1840-1970) His work with the Russian news translation website InoSMI (2014-2016) revealed discursive repositioning through framing strategies, published in Translator and META . Current research explores translation's role in diaspora networks and geopolitical narratives.
Francesca Raffi is an Associate Professor of English Language and Translation at the University of Macerata (Italy) and Honorary Fellow at the University of Liverpool (UK). She holds a PhD in English for Special Purposes from the University of Naples 'Federico II' and has conducted research at institutions including the University of Roehampton (UK). Her academic career includes roles as Senior Assistant Professor (2020-2023) and Post-Doctoral Researcher (2018-2019). Research: Focuses on re(translation), linguistic/sensorial accessibility (including intersemiotic translation), and reception studies of translated media. Key projects include leadership of the UNITE project (AI-powered language learning) and participation in UPSKILLS (curriculum development for linguistics students). She has contributed to FACS (museum accessibility model) and InclusivOpera (cultural impact studies). Teaching: Teaches at undergraduate/graduate levels in Italy and abroad, including courses on audiovisual translation, media interpreting, and translation technologies. Supervised 187 theses across BA/Master's levels. Publications: Over 30 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters on topics like AI in education, subtitling pedagogy, and accessibility practices. Editor for BRIDGE: Trends and Traditions in Translation and Interpreting Studies and ECHO journal. Affiliations: Member of AIA, EST, IATIS, and SUBTLE. Involved in interdisciplinary initiatives bridging translation studies, technology, and cultural heritage preservation.
Daniel Martín-González serves as an Assistant Professor in the English Studies: Language and Linguistics Unit at the Faculty of Commerce and Tourism, Complutense University of Madrid. His academic foundation includes a PhD in English Linguistics (2020) from UCM with international co-supervision by CSIC and Harvard University. His educational credentials feature: Bachelor's Degree in English Studies (2014, UCM) Master's Degree in English Linguistics (2015, UCM) Master's Degree in Teacher Training (2016, UCM) Master's Degree in Language Science and Hispanic Linguistics (2018, UNED) Additional coursework includes Psychology studies at UNED. His research centers on second language acquisition and foreign language pedagogy, with specialized focus on English for Spanish speakers and Judeo-Spanish for English speakers. He integrates cognitive linguistics and dynamical systems theory into language teaching methodology, while maintaining active scholarship in retranslation theory and historical Protestant missionary linguistics. Analysis of his 2019-2023 publications reveals consistent exploration of 19th-century Protestant missionary translation practices in the Ottoman Empire, particularly concerning Sephardic Jewish communities. Key research threads examine theological influences on translation decisions, power dynamics in religious conversion attempts, and cognitive frameworks for understanding language transfer in retranslation contexts. No scientific awards were documented in the source materials. Professional activities include former directorship of Nebrija University's Master's in Applied Linguistics program and research appointments at Harvard University, CSIC, and Israeli institutions. Current advising roles and grant funding details were not specified in available documentation.
Márcia Dias Sousa is a Researcher at the Research Centre for Communication and Culture (CECC) of the Catholic University of Portugal, specializing in the critical analysis of translation practices within journalistic and media contexts. Her work bridges Translation Studies, Media Studies, and Religious Studies through innovative methodological frameworks. Her academic credentials include: PhD in Translation Studies, Catholic University of Portugal (2016-2020, awarded 2021) Master's in Translation and Linguistic Consultancy, University of the Azores (2014-2016) Bachelor's in Communication and Media Studies, University of Lisbon (2002-2006) Dr. Sousa's research centers on how translation functions as ideological rewriting in media, particularly examining papal discourses at international forums like the United Nations. Her signature methodology—the circuit of translation in the journalistic field—reveals how newsrooms reinterpret reality through cultural, historical, and political lenses. Key investigation areas include religious non-sacred texts, Holy See diplomacy, Estado Novo press censorship, and food studies as cultural connectors. Analysis of her publication trajectory shows consistent focus on Portuguese media's representation of global religious-political figures, with increasing attention to Global North/South media disparities in covering events like World Youth Day. Her work demonstrates how translation choices construct ideological narratives around Catholicism, international politics, and cultural heritage. Her recognition includes: Travel grant EUARE2019 (2019) Dr. Sousa actively shapes academic discourse through conference presentations, peer review, and committee work. Her research directly supports UN Sustainable Development Goals related to peace, justice, and strong institutions. As part of CECC, she contributes to interdisciplinary projects analyzing media's role in societal transformation, with ongoing investigations into pandemic reporting and historical translation practices in Portuguese media.
