Dr. Nina Khairova

Professor

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Biography

Nina Khairova is a professor specializing in Computational Linguistics at Umeå University. Her research interests encompass computational linguistics, Machine Learning, Text Mining, misinformation detection, large language models (LLM), and responsible AI. She is currently engaged in projects that address critical topics such as assessing the trustworthiness of public information in news articles. One of her ongoing projects, 'Human-AI Approach to Misinformation Detection in the Context of News Reporting during Russia's Invasion of Ukraine,' seeks to develop effective AI tools for detecting misinformation. This includes creating a comprehensive dataset of news articles covering significant events, applying Human-AI solutions to categorize misinformation, and addressing ethical and societal issues related to migration in Europe. As a member of the Responsible Artificial Intelligence research group, Khairova emphasizes the integration of AI algorithms, machine learning, and text analytics in her work.

Research Interests

Experience

Visiting Professor

2020-01-01 — 2023-12-31

Umeå University • Umeå, Sweden

Works as a visiting professor focusing on research in AI and misinformation detection.

Requirements for Umeå University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
PTE
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in relevant field At least 90 ECTS in the main subject area
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Letter of Motivation (certain programs)
  • CV (certain programs)
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standard for Master's programs across Social Sciences and Humanities at Umeå. English 6 proficiency is the general rule.