Dr. Min-Chi Chiu (Qiu Minqi) is an accomplished researcher, educator, and digital innovation specialist in the fields of artificial intelligence, educational technology, and creative digital media. With a multi-disciplinary background combining design, human-computer interaction, and AI-powered learning, Dr. Chiu has consistently contributed to advancing digital learning strategies, generative AI applications, and robotics-integrated education. She serves as a full-time Assistant Professor at the National Taichung University of Science and Technology and has extensive experience in academic research, professional judging, editorial responsibilities, and curriculum development.

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🎓 Education

Dr. Chiu earned her Ph.D. in Applied Science and Technology from the prestigious National Taiwan University of Science and Technology, completing her doctoral studies in just three years (2020–2023). Her academic journey is distinguished by a strong focus on interdisciplinary learning technologies, combining system integration, virtual reality, AI, and creative design. Her research blends theoretical depth with practical innovation, particularly in how digital platforms and AI tools transform education and design learning.

💼 Experience

With a professional career spanning over a decade, Dr. Chiu has contributed to both academic and industry settings. She currently holds dual roles as a full-time Assistant Professor and Special Assistant in the College of Design at National Taichung University of Science and Technology. Previously, she served at Lingdong University of Science and Technology and worked with various technology firms as a web and graphic designer. She has also led and implemented several industry-academic collaborative projects funded by Taiwan’s Ministry of Labor and National Science agencies, reflecting her commitment to integrating educational innovation with industry demand.

🧠 Research Interests

Dr. Chiu’s research interests are broad and deeply impactful. Her core focus areas include artificial intelligence in education, generative AI tools (AIGC), educational robotics, mind-mapping for critical thinking, human-computer interaction, image processing, virtual and augmented reality, and digital creative arts. She explores how these technologies enhance learning outcomes, creativity, and problem-solving capabilities across disciplines. Her research also includes development of deep learning systems for art education, game-based learning strategies, and mobile learning environments.

🏅 Awards

Dr. Chiu’s work has been widely recognized through multiple prestigious awards. Notably, in 2025, she earned the Best Technology Design Paper Award and Best Chinese Paper Award at GCCCE 2025. She also guided her students to national and international honors, including second and third place finishes in the 2025 Industrial Robot Competition and a Gold Award at the Hong Kong Cultural and Creative Festival. In 2023, she received the SHEN Best Researcher Award and was inducted as an Honorary Member of the Phi Tao Phi Honor Society of the Republic of China. These accolades reflect her outstanding mentorship and sustained research excellence.

📚 Selected Publications

• Chiu, M.C., & Hwang, G.J. (2025) – Enhancing student creative and critical thinking in generative AI-empowered creation: A mind-mapping approach, Interactive Learning Environments.
  (IF: 5.4, Cited by: 7)

• Chiu, M.C., & Hwang, G.J. (2024) – Enhancing robot-supported art appreciation and creation, Education and Information Technologies, pp. 22779–22812.
  (IF: 4.8, Cited by: 12)

• Hwang, G.J., Chiu, M.C., et al. (2023) – Promoting art appreciation through digital games, Computers & Education, 194, 104706.
  (IF: 12.0, Cited by: 55)

• Chiu, M.C., Hwang, G.J., & Tu, Y.F. (2022) – Applications of robots in science education, Interactive Learning Environments, 1–26.
  (IF: 5.4, Cited by: 19)

• Chiu, M.C., Hwang, G.J., & Hsia, L.H. (2022) – Virtual reality for artwork appreciation, British Journal of Educational Technology.
  (IF: 6.6, Cited by: 25)

• Chiu, M.C., & Chu, C.H. (2022) – Deep game location acquisition for Pokémon GO, IEEE Transactions on Games.
  (IF: 2.3, Cited by: 11)

• Chiu, M.C., & Hwang, G.J. (2022) – AI-supported art education using deep learning, Interactive Learning Environments, 1–19.
  (IF: 5.4, Cited by: 22)

✅ Conclusion

Dr. Min-Chi Chiu embodies the ideal candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Her pioneering efforts in integrating artificial intelligence with creative education, paired with prolific research outputs, prestigious editorial responsibilities, and student-centered mentorship, reflect not only her academic leadership but also her societal contribution. Her innovations in generative AI, robotics in learning, and immersive educational technologies continue to inspire interdisciplinary applications in both academia and industry. Her outstanding ability to mentor students to award-winning levels further enhances her qualification. Dr. Chiu stands out as a transformative figure whose work is shaping the future of digital learning and technological creativity.