Dr. Amy Qiu

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Biography

Amy Han Qiu is a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Gothenburg, specializing in the intersection of language and psychology. Her research employs an experimental approach to explore the effects of irony and figurative thought in conversation. She has contributed to various academic publications, including works discussing the quantification of LLM uncertainty in dialogues and the use of metaphorical language in psychotherapy. Her studies also delve into emoji-text mismatches in online conversations, and the impact of disfluencies on metaphor usage. In addition to her research, Amy has been involved in collaborative projects aimed at understanding linguistic creativity and its applications in mental health contexts. She actively participates in conferences and has presented her findings at numerous workshops, focusing on topics such as metaphorical language and trauma symptoms. Her commitment to advancing the field of language processing and its implications for psychological well-being is evident in her diverse body of work and ongoing collaborations with international scholars.

Research Interests

Experience

Postdoctoral Researcher

2021-06-01 — Present

University of Gothenburg • Göteborg, Sweden

Conducting research on the effects of metaphor and irony in language and conversations.

Requirements for University of Gothenburg

Master Program
Requirements
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:18
Reading
Required:18
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 credits) with a major in Political Science English 6/English B from Swedish upper secondary school
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate and transcripts
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Identification document
  • Statement of Intent (if applicable for specific tracks)
Specialization Notes

Administered by the Department of Political Science; focus on International Administration and Global Governance (IAGG).