2 papers
cs.IR2026
Beyond Similarity: Task-Aligned Retrieval for Language Models
Zhixing Sun, Shenghe Xu, Tao Li
Retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) ranks passages by semantic similarity to the input, implicitly assuming that semantic similarity is a reliable indication of applicability in d…
cs.CL2026
Reducing Conversational Escalation in Large Language Model Dialogue with Nonviolent Communication Constraints
Zhixing Sun, Shenghe Xu, Tao Li
Large language models (LLMs) are increasingly used in emotionally charged situations involving interpersonal conflict, frustration, and distress. While prior safety research has fo…