Dr. Gabriele Pergola

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Gabriele Pergola is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Warwick. His current research focuses on the application of statistical models in machine learning and natural language processing (NLP) for text understanding. He is particularly interested in sentiment analysis, question answering, topic and event extraction, and clinical text mining, exploring the intricate relationship between language and information. Previously, he was a Research Fellow under the Turing AI Acceleration Fellowship, working alongside Professor Yulan He, where he developed advanced NLP frameworks in collaboration with law enforcement agencies. His projects aim to enhance investigative capabilities through innovative AI systems designed to detect messages related to violence against women and girls (VAWG) and analyze drug-related communication networks. In addition to his research, he is involved in policy automation projects with the UK government, leveraging NLP for digital immigration systems and providing insights that inform policy-making. He has organized NLP discussion meetings at the University of Warwick, fostering a collaborative environment among students and researchers in the field. Gabriele teaches various modules related to natural language processing and data mining, contributing significantly to the academic community.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2023-01-01 — Present

University of Warwick • Coventry, UK

Teaching and researching in the field of computer science, with a focus on machine learning and natural language processing.

Awards

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Turing Post-Doctoral Enrichment Scheme

2022-01-01
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PhD Thesis Prize

2022-01-01
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Presentation Prize

2019-01-01

Requirements for University of Warwick

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.1
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:92
PTE
Listening
Required:59
Reading
Required:59
Writing
Required:59
Speaking
Required:59
Overall
Required:62
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in Engineering or a related STEM discipline
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Official transcripts
  • Degree certificate
  • Personal statement
  • One academic reference
  • CV/Resume
  • English language proficiency evidence
Specialization Notes

Includes General, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Biomedical, and Manufacturing Engineering. Most programs fall under English Band A.