Yuan Wang is a dedicated researcher who has a genuine love for language studies. With a solid background in Linguistics, she has earned a Bachelor of Arts degree, and she furthered her expertise by obtaining a Master of Arts degree in TESOL studies. These academic achievements reflect her dedication and proficiency in both linguistic theory and English language teaching methodologies.

Her teaching experiences have been diverse and impactful. As an IELTS Instructor, she has developed customized teaching plans and conducted assessments to enhance students' English proficiency. Additionally, she has served as an Academic Mentor, providing support to undergraduate and graduate students in linguistics and TESOL, assisting them with their coursework and research projects. Through these experiences, she has refined her teaching skills and effectively communicated complex concepts, demonstrating her ability to support and guide students in the field.

Yuan's own PhD research interests lie in the intersection of cognitive linguistics and sociolinguistics. Currently in her first year of the program, she focuses on investigating how young adults in the UK and China linguistically and cognitively express their experiences of depression in the post-pandemic era. Her aim is to provide valuable insights for both patients and healthcare practitioners. While her study is still in progress, she is committed to applying her academic knowledge to address real-world issues and contribute to the understanding and support of individuals dealing with depression. 

Thesis title: A Cross-Cultural Study of Young Adults' Experiences of Post-Pandemic Depression in the UK and China

Abstract: Yuan's PhD research focuses on how young adults in the UK and China express their experiences of depression both linguistically and cognitively in the post-pandemic era. The study explores the cultural factors that may influence the similarities and differences in these expressions. This interdisciplinary research combines cognitive linguistics and sociolinguistics, aiming to provide valuable insights for both patients and healthcare practitioners.

Principal supervisor: Dr. Chris Tang

Secondary supervisor: Dr. Olivia Knapton