Qeludra, AI-powered qualitative data analysis

The founder of Qeludra is a highly accomplished and experienced professional in the field of qualitative research. She has established herself as a prominent figure in the qualitative research community.

Driven by a strong sense of purpose, Susanne also strives to contribute to the advancement of the field. She stays abreast of the latest technologies and methodologies, incorporating them into Qeludra's services to provide clients with cutting-edge solutions.

She has been a witness and active participant in this development of computer-assisted qualitative data analysis software (QDAS) for over 30 years. With AI as a new player, she firmly believes that we stand on the brink of a paradigm shift:

"We now have the chance to start something new, to begin a new era by creating anew genre of software that revolutionizes the & "how to" aspect of analysing data."

Sidi Lemine in Conversation with Susanne

The Great Unlearning

Based on an interview with Susanne, Side Lemine, CEO of Jade Kite, wrote up this article with the title "The Great Unlearning: making the most of the AI paradigm shift".

CAQDASchat with Christina

In this episode, we discuss my journey into methodology and the use of CAQDAS (Computer-Aided Qualitative Data Analysis), exploring how software has made these methods more tangible for me. We talk about my passion for teaching and the challenges students face in learning and adopting qualitative software within a methodological framework. Additionally, I share insights into my role in shaping software features over the years. The conversation concludes with a look into the future. The interview was recorded in December 2023, shortly after ChatGPT made its public debut. At the time, I had no idea I would soon embark on creating my own AI-based software. It's fascinating to reflect on my predictions from that moment. Listen to it for yourself!

Invite Dr Susanne Friese as a Keynote Speaker

6. September 2024. Impulsvortrag: Forschen mit künstlicher Intelligenz. DVS-Nachwuchsworkshop. Universität Braunschweig. Germany.

4. September 2024. Keynote Schweizer Metthodenfestival in St. Gallen: Künstliche Intelligenz in der qualitativen Forschung: ein neuer Horizont. Switzerland.

24. July 2024. QRCA AI Days. Presentation: The Great Unlearning. Online.

8. July 2024. Lecture University of Bielefeld. Ringvorlesung zur aktuellen mediensoziologische Forschungen: KI in der Qualitativen Sozialforschung: Neue Horizonte und Werkzeuge. Germany.

20. June 2024. Fireside-Chat: Einsatz generativer KI in der qualitativen Forschung – Chancen und Herausforderungen: Ein Kamingespräch, University of Wuppertal. Germany.

4. June 2024. Frühjahrstagung KI und Demokratie. Qualitative Analyse mit generativer KI: Potentiale, Herausforderungen und Datenschutz. Germany.

28. May 2024. Keynote, WU Wien. Advancing Qualitative Methods with AI: Potential, Challenges, and Ethical Implications. Austria.

17. May 2024. Panel Discussion: Qualitative Research and Artificial Intelligence: Questions For Qualitative Data Analysis Software Publishers. 20th International Congress of Qualitative Inquiry. IL, USA.

16. April 2024. Keynote 10th anniversary of the Methods Competence Center at the University of Graz: KI in der Qualitativen Forschung. Austria.

Past and Upcoming Speeches

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