Corpus Linguistics: Method, Analysis, Interpretation

Abstract:With the rise in quality of output from Machine Translation, Large Language Models and other AI tools, the future of translation careers appears to be diminishing. Some people claim the arrival of Singularity when machines become better than humans.In my talk I will explore the trajectory of the last hundred years of research into Language Models with the suggestion of pragmatic and theory-driven solutions for the future of translation careers. The pragmatic solutions are based on compl

Call for Papers丨2nd CISMA 2025 International Conference

CISMA 2025 Theme: Unveiling the Power of Technology and Corpora in Discourse, Translation and InterpretingCISMA 2025 focuses on the transformative impact of corpora, big data, and technology in advancing discourse studies, language sciences, T I and interdisciplinary research. The conference underscores the critical role of corpus linguistics, natural language processing (NLP), and big data analytics in addressing contemporary challenges and uncovering opportunities in the humanities and social

Language in Digital Epistemologies

Language in digital epistemologies(SISU, May 24)8:30 Welcome addressDeans of Institute of Language SciencesKeynotes 12, Chair: Qiang Geng8:40 Kay O’Halloran (keynote) - Linguistics and Multimodal Studies in a Datafied World9:20 David Machin (keynote) – Why digital administrative systems create extra work and demoralize us? A study of performativity and decontextualization caused by Unikum in Swedish preschools10:00 Coffee tea break (20 minutes)Session 1: Datafication of knowledge, Chair: …10:20

Corpus-Informed Studies: Methodologies and Applications 2024

The SISU Translation Research Summer School (TRSS) offers advanced, intensive research training that addresses the evolving needs of doctoral and early career researchers in translation and interpreting studies, as well as those of more experienced academics who are new to the discipline or interested in engaging with recent developments in the field. In addressing new themes and revisiting old ones from fresh perspectives, the School provides a solid foundation for conducting research in the fi

[CFP] Fifth International Conference on Translation, Interpreting, and Cognition (ICTIC 5)

2-4 June 2025 | UiA, Campus KristiansandAfter four successful and inspiring conferences in Argentina, Germany, Italy, and Chile, ICTIC 5 will be hosted by the University of Agder in Kristiansand, Norway. We are happy to welcome you from 2-4 June 2025 to Norway’s southern summer destination.The theme for the fifth iteration of the ICTIC conference is Translation and Cognition on the ground.What is now recognized as legitimate empirical phenomena within the field of Translation and Interpreting St

“Artificial Intelligence + Salon” (1st Session) at Shanghai International Studies University (SISU)

ThemeThe Age of Intelligence and Brain ScienceKeynote speakerRao HengyiRao Hengyi, Professor II, Shanghai Distinguished Professor (Oriental Scholar), Doctoral Supervisor, is the Executive Director of the Key Laboratory of Applied Brain and Cognitive Sciencesat Shanghai International Studies University. He has been committed to developing and applying various cutting-edge technologies in brain science and neuroscience to study and understand the neural mechanisms of human information processing a

Large Language Models and the Transformation of Translation Studies

Title: Large Language Models and the Transformation of Translation StudiesSpeaker:Prof. Hu KaibaoAbstractThis talk explores the impact of large language models (LLMs) on translation studies, detailing the evolution and principal attributes of LLMs, and highlighting the substantial opportunities and challenges they present. It examines changes in translation practices and research approaches, highlighting emergent issues like translation ethics, the identity of translators, translation style, and

SISU TRSS 2024

The SISU Translation Research Summer School (TRSS) offers advanced, intensive research training that addresses the evolving needs of doctoral and early career researchers in translation and interpreting studies, as well as those of more experienced academics who are new to the discipline or interested in engaging with recent developments in the field. In addressing new themes and revisiting old ones from fresh perspectives, the School provides a solid foundation for conducting research in the fi

Diplomatic Discourse Research Forum

The SISU Translation Research Summer School (TRSS) offers advanced, intensive research training that addresses the evolving needs of doctoral and early career researchers in translation and interpreting studies, as well as those of more experienced academics who are new to the discipline or interested in engaging with recent developments in the field. In addressing new themes and revisiting old ones from fresh perspectives, the School provides a solid foundation for conducting research in the fi

Speaker: professor WANG Binhua

Call for Papers | CORPUS-BASED STUDIES ACROSS HUMANITIES

Call for PapersCorpus-based Studies across HumanitiesThe study of corpora has largely been considered as a sub-field of linguistics, but growing interest and considerable investment in corpora have encouraged development of corpora of diverse genres, which can be used not only for linguistic analysis but also for machine learning and human behaviour analysis. More recent development in artificial intelligence and machine translation has further expanded the remit of the application of corpora an

First Conference of Corpora and Humanities Studies

Call for PapersCorpus-based Studies across HumanitiesThe study of corpora has largely been considered as a sub-field of linguistics, but growing interest and considerable investment in corpora have encouraged development of corpora of diverse genres, which can be used not only for linguistic analysis but also for machine learning and human behaviour analysis. More recent development in artificial intelligence and machine translation has further expanded the remit of the application of corpora an

SISU International Faculty Forum (SISU IFF) Academic Lecture Series

荟上外·外国专家系列讲座SISU International Faculty Forum(SISU IFF)Academic Lecture Series讲座信息 Lecture Information讲座主题 / Title：One source, multiple stories: What socio-narrative theory, frame and paratexts offer to translation research?一个来源，多个故事：社会叙事理论、框架和副文本可以给翻译研究带来什么？主讲人 / Lecturer：金径惠（Kyung Hye KIM）语料库研究院韩国籍专家时间 / Time：2023年5月19日（周五）14:00—15:30May 19, 14:00 -15:30地点 / Venue：松江校区五教楼136室Room 136 (Near Gate N1), Building 5, Songjiang Campus语言 / Language：英语 English主讲人简介 About the LecturerKyung Hye KIM is Ass

Lecture: Application Scenarios and latest applications of multimodal translation

标题：Lecture: Application Scenarios and latest applications of multimodal translation时间：14:00-15:00 May 10, 2023地点：Lecture Hall 136, ICSA点击图片后进入以下内容：Upcoming Lecture Bytedance Special Lecture series on Language Data Science and Applications in MayIn order to promote the cultivation of talents in the discipline of language data science and application, and explore the service scenarios of language data technology and talents in enterprises, the Institute of Corpus Studies and Applications, Shanghai