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2026-10-16

More than Summarizing: Finding Your Research Voice in Literature Reviews in the Age of AI

More than Summarizing: Finding Your Research Voice in Literature Reviews in the Age of AI Speakers: Amanda (Fang-Ping Yeh), Project Instructor, AWEC Time and Date: 12/10 (Thurs.) 13:30 – 15:00 Sign Up:Registration Link Synopsis: What makes a literature review more than finding and summarizing sources? How do the studies connect or differ? What questions remain unanswered, and what perspective can you bring to the conversation? This talk invites you to rethink what it means to “do” a literature review, and why it still matters when AI can do much of the writing for us.
2026-09-24

Writing Together, Stronger than Ever 

Writing Together, Stronger than Ever Are you struggling with thesis procrastination? Do you feel like your dissertation is never-ending, no matter how much effort you put in? You’re not alone! Writing doesn’t have to be a solo battle—Writing Together is here to support you in overcoming these challenges! Inspired by prestigious universities around the world embracing the power of “collaborative learning and support”, AWEC is introducing Writing Together to foster a positive and productive writing experience tailored to all graduate students in NTU. This spring, we will provide a stress-free writing environment on Friday afternoons where you can focus, stay […]
2026-09-14

Beyond the Prompt: Communicating Effectively in the Age of AI

Beyond the Prompt: Communicating Effectively in the Age of AI Speaker: Amy (Chih-Jou, Hu), Project Instructor, AWEC Time and Date: 11/11(Wed.) 13:30-15:00 Sign Up: Registration Link Synopsis: AI can generate content, refine our wording, and even suggest communication strategies—but knowing what to say is not the same as being able to say it effectively. In face-to-face communication, we cannot simply pause and ask AI what to say next. We need to read the other person, respond in real time, and adjust our tone, register, wording, and communication strategy accordingly. Focusing on spoken communication in the age of AI, this interactive […]
2026-09-08

AI as Your Academic Writing Assistant: Understanding Risks and Blind Spots, and Applying Best Practices

AI as Your Academic Writing Assistant: Understanding Risks and Blind Spots, and Applying Best Practices Speakers: Freddy (Yi-Chi Chen), Project Instructor, AWEC Time and Date: 10/06 (Tue.) 13:30 – 15:00 Sign Up:活動報名系統 Synopsis: Generative AI has reshaped how researchers write and revise academic papers in English; yet it has also introduced a new challenge: ensuring that AI-assisted writing accurately reflects what authors intend to communicate. Drawing on practical writing scenarios, this workshop explores common risks and blind spots in AI-assisted academic writing and introduces practical strategies for using AI effectively. The goal is to help researchers make AI a valuable […]
2026-08-28

AI in the Co-Pilot Seat: Navigating Communication, Writing, and Research

AI in the Co-Pilot Seat: Navigating Communication, Writing, and Research Registration Link: https://my.ntu.edu.tw/actregister/sessionList.aspx?actID=20261260_03 Talk 1 AI as Your Academic Writing Assistant: Understanding Risks and Blind Spots, and Applying Best Practices  (Delivered in Chinese) Time and Date: 10/06 (Tue.) 13:30 – 15:00 Synopsis: Generative AI has reshaped how researchers write and revise academic papers in English; yet it has also presented a new challenge: how to make the best use of AI tools while accurately conveying the researcher’s perspectives and research intent. Drawing on authentic writing scenarios, this workshop explores common risks and blind spots in AI-assisted writing and offers practical […]
2026-08-11

Embracing a New Chapter, Moving Forward Together

Embracing a New Chapter, Moving Forward Together As of August 1, Professor Heng-Tsung (Danny) Huang has officially joined AWEC as our new Director, with Chiao-Ling (Lily) Chen serving as Deputy Director. Together, they will lead AWEC into its next chapter. For AWEC, this summer has been a season of remembrance and transition. Following the passing of our beloved former director, Wei-Yan (Miguel) Li, Lily stepped in as Interim Director from May to July, ensuring the continuity of AWEC’s teaching, administrative work, and student services. We are sincerely grateful for her dedication and leadership during this important interim period. As Deputy […]
2026-07-17

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2026-04-29

From Data to Discovery: A Hands-On Introduction to Julius AI

From Data to Discovery: A Hands-On Introduction to Julius AI Speaker: Kevin Kau, Project Instructor, AWEC Time and Date: 5/29 (Fri.) 14:20 – 16:00 Sign Up: 活動報名系統 Synopsis: In this hands-on workshop, graduate students and researchers will be introduced to Julius AI, an AI-powered platform that helps you explore datasets using simple English prompts without coding. We’ll walk through core features for data cleaning, quick summaries, and instant visualizations, then practice writing effective prompts to generate charts and extract insights from real research-style data. The session culminates in a collaborative, game-like challenge: teams will use Julius AI to investigate a […]
2026-03-30

Upgrading Your Research Toolkit: Practical Applications of AI-Assisted Tools for Reading Journal Articles (Delivered in Chinese)

Upgrading Your Research Toolkit: Practical Applications of AI-Assisted Tools for Reading Journal Articles  (Delivered in Chinese) Speaker: Angela (Yi-Jiun Shiung) , Project Instructor, AWEC Time and Date: 5/08 ((Fri.) 13:30 – 15:10 Sign Up: 活動報名系統   Synopsis: This workshop offers hands-on training in using AI-assisted tools such as SciSpace to support academic reading and research. Participants will learn how to quickly scan research papers, identify key research focuses, and manage useful sources for their studies. Through demonstrations of article analysis tools, the workshop aims to help researchers improve reading efficiency within limited time and reduce the challenges of preparing literature […]