Dinuo Zhou
Seattle,WA
Summary
Graduate student in Computational Linguistics with a strong foundation in Linguistics and Data Science. Currently exploring various avenues at the intersection of language and technology, with a long-term interest in speech and language processing. Eager to learn and apply new knowledge efficiently in pursuit of impactful research.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
University of Washington
04.2023 - 05.2024
- Utilize Audacity to annotate audio cough samples for research project aims at developing an algorithm to track patient coughs using a smartphone, with a focus on tuberculosis detection.
- Ensure high-quality data labeling for accuracy and consistency across large datasets.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
University of Washington Department of Linguistics
11.2023 - 04.2024
- Conducting an error analysis to evaluate the performance of large language models (LLMs) in syntactic parsing against gold standard parse trees.
Research Apprentice
University of Washington Department of Linguistics
10.2022 - 06.2023
- Conducted experimental research utilizing an eye tracker device and a recording device to track participants' gaze and spoken responses, respectively.
- Administered participant consent forms, explaining study procedures, and ensuring ethical compliance.
- Entered and organized participants’ responses in the experimental program, ensuring accuracy and completeness of data for analysis.
Undergraduate Research Symposium Presenter
University of Washington
05.2023 - 05.2023
- Successfully delivered a poster presentation at a university-wide undergraduate research symposium.
- Coauthored high-quality abstract and poster content, ensuring clarity and engagement for a diverse audience.
- Demonstrated exceptional communication skills by effectively connecting with and engaging a large, varied crowd, including linguists and non- specialists.
Education
Master of Science - Computational Linguistics
University of Washington
Seattle, WA08.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Linguistics
University of Washington
Seattle, WA06.2024
Skills
Teamwork and Collaboration
Problem-Solving
Time Management
Data Entry
Programming Languages: Python, Java, R
Data Annotation: Proficient in labeling and annotating large datasets
Scientific Computing: Experience with scientific libraries such as NumPy, SciPy, Pandas
Languages
English
Full Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Undergraduate Research Assistant
University of Washington Department of Linguistics
11.2023 - 04.2024
Undergraduate Research Symposium Presenter
University of Washington
05.2023 - 05.2023
Research Assistant
University of Washington
04.2023 - 05.2024
Research Apprentice
University of Washington Department of Linguistics
10.2022 - 06.2023
Master of Science - Computational Linguistics
University of Washington
Bachelor of Arts - Linguistics
University of Washington
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