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• Gender Studies
• Basque Studies
• Spanish Literature
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Cristina Ortiz Ceberio serves as a Professor in the Department of Humanistic Studies within the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay. Her academic profile spans interdisciplinary teaching in contemporary culture, Spanish language instruction, and Spanish-language literature courses. Her educational foundation includes: Bachelor's Degree in Humanities from the University of the Basque Country (San Sebastián) PhD in Romance Languages and Literatures from the University of Cincinnati (Ohio, USA) Ortiz Ceberio's research centers on gender dynamics in Hispanic contexts with specialized focus on Basque cultural production. She examines artistic representations of violence through feminist lenses, particularly analyzing how Basque women process political conflict through literature and cinema. Her scholarly work bridges literary criticism, film studies, and critical theory while maintaining strong regional expertise in Iberian and Latin American cultural studies. Analysis of her publication trajectory reveals persistent engagement with memory politics, gendered violence, and cultural identity across diverse media forms. Her work consistently connects historical contexts with contemporary socio-political issues, demonstrating methodological versatility through analyses of diaries, films, literary texts, and cultural spaces like the Basque pelota court. Scientific awards: No awards documented in source materials Regarding academic mentoring and research funding, available documentation provides no specifics about graduate students or grant-supported projects. Her professional activities appear centered on independent scholarship and classroom instruction within the humanities curriculum. No institutional research facilities, laboratories, or collaborative teams were referenced in the source documentation.

• Speech Science
• Phonetics
• Language Revitalization
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Dr Chris Carignan serves as Programme Director for the Language Science MSc at University College London's Division of Psychology and Language Sciences within the Faculty of Brain Sciences. His research focuses on the intricate mechanisms of human speech production, particularly through cross-linguistic phonetic studies and articulatory dynamics using advanced imaging technologies. PhD in Speech Science Specializes in the intersection of language heritage and phonetic research Develops innovative methodologies for speech data collection and analysis His work spans multiple areas including nasal coarticulation , real-time MRI of vocal tract movements , and cross-linguistic phonetic analysis . He has contributed significantly to understanding how speakers produce complex speech sounds across different languages through comparative studies. Dr Carignan's research has led to the development of open-source tools for speech production analysis and pioneered new approaches for ultrasound articulography . His work on vowel nasalization and sibilant contrasts has been particularly influential in speech science. As Programme Director, he oversees a comprehensive curriculum that provides students with methodological training , statistical expertise , and hands-on research experience while allowing specialization through optional modules. His teaching philosophy emphasizes the importance of curiosity-driven research and interdisciplinary approaches in advancing language sciences.

• Catalan Literature
• Poetry Analysis
• Cultural Identity
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Elisenda Marcer Cortés is an Associate Professor in Catalan Studies at the University of Birmingham since 2001. She holds a PhD in Catalan Philology from the University of Barcelona, with a thesis analyzing intertextuality in Gabriel Ferrater’s work. Her research focuses on contemporary Catalan literature, cultural identity, and exile theories. She has co-authored the Historical Dictionary of the Catalans (2011) and co-edited volumes on exile and Catalan cinema. She actively organizes academic events, including the 2017 Anglo-Catalan Society Annual Conference and the Basque-Catalan-Galician Cinema Seasons. She has held leadership roles in Catalan academic organizations, including Secretary and Treasurer of FIAC. Education: PhD in Catalan Philology (University of Barcelona), MA in Hispanic Philology Grants: AHRC, Beca Batista i Roca, Leverhulme Trust Research Interests: Poetry analysis, cultural identity, body representations, transmedia narratives Her recent work explores animality in Catalan poetry and co-edits projects on exile literature. She currently supervises doctoral research on national identity translation and Catalan literature reception in English.

• Anthropology of Sport
• Physical Culture
• Cultural Politics
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Mariann Vaczi is an Associate Professor at the University of Nevada, Reno, affiliated with the Center for Basque Studies and serving as Director of Graduate Studies. Her research explores the intersection of sport, physical culture, and national identity through anthropological frameworks. Ph.D., Basque Studies and Anthropology, University of Nevada, Reno (2013) M.A., English and American Studies, ELTE University, Budapest (2006) M.A., Sociology and Social Anthropology, Central European University, Budapest (2005) B.A., Anthropology, Saint Vincent College (2004) Her academic focus examines the moving body as a site of political struggle, particularly in sub-national contexts like Catalonia and the Basque Country. Key areas include cultural performance in sports, ethnonationalist movements, and the symbolic dimensions of soccer fandom. Recent publications analyze global sport dynamics, traditional physical practices (castells, pelota), and the role of sport in post-dictatorship societies. Her 2023 monograph Catalonia’s Human Towers investigates how bodily labor becomes national symbolism. Vaczi’s work bridges anthropological theory with empirical studies of sport as cultural resistance, emphasizing gender, identity, and the politics of heritage in European regional contexts. She teaches courses on Basque culture and global sport-society relationships.

David Vila DieguezView profile

Assistant Professor

• Contemporary Spanish Culture and Literature
• Iberian Studies
• Basque Culture and Literature
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David Vila Dieguez is an Assistant Professor at California State University, Monterey Bay , affiliated with the School of World Languages and Cultures . He specializes in contemporary Spanish cultural studies, Iberian studies, and subcultural movements, particularly punk and rock music's political dimensions. PhD in Spanish and Portuguese from Vanderbilt University MA in Spanish and Portuguese from Vanderbilt University MA in Modern Languages and Literatures from University of Nebraska-Lincoln Music degrees from Institute of Contemporary Music, University of East London, and others His research explores: Contemporary Spanish literature and culture Basque, Galician, and Portuguese cultural intersections Punk subculture as political resistance Music's role in social movements Gender constructs in Spanish rock Lusophonic cultural networks Major publications include: Spanish Punk: Screaming for Democracy in a Postdictatorial State (2025) analyzing punk's opposition to Spain's democratic transition Studies on the Movida Madrileña's mainstream status vs. punk's subversive role Investigations of music as political mobilization tool in Basque and Galician contexts Critical examinations of hypermasculinity in Spanish rock Discussions on punk pedagogy as resistance to neoliberal academia Research on Galicia's Lusophone identity He actively contributes to cultural discourse through: Founding editor of Furman217 cultural magazine Vocalist in the Latinx Alternative band The Rumba Madre Organizer of academic panels on music and cultural studies

Xabier IrujoView profile

Professor

• Genocide Studies
• Basque History
• Cultural Extermination
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Xabier Irujo is a full professor and chair of the Center for Basque Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. He holds dual PhDs in History and Philosophy, and three master’s degrees in Linguistics, History, and Political Philosophy. His roles include directorships, visiting lectureships (e.g., William Douglass Lecturer), and chair fellowships internationally. He advises graduate students and chairs PhD committees, focusing on genocide studies, Basque history, and cultural extermination. Education: PhDs from University of the Basque Country (2011, Philosophy) and University of Navarre (2004, History); master’s degrees from 1992–1998 Research interests span genocide studies (with a focus on physical/cultural extermination), Basque history and politics, exile dynamics, and transnational identity. He has published over 15 books and numerous articles, including seminal works on the Gernika bombing and Charlemagne’s defeat. Awards include the Gernika Prize for Peace (2018) and recognition from Basque and international institutions. Awards: Royal Basque Society distinction (2023), Gernika Plaque (2017), Chair Fellowships (2015–2022) He mentors graduate students in Basque studies and genocide research. His work is supported through academic press committees and international collaborations. The Center for Basque Studies serves as his primary research hub, focusing on historical preservation and cultural studies.

Susagna Tubau MuntañaView profile

Associate Professor

• Theoretical Linguistics
• Syntax
• Negation Phenomena
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Susagna Tubau Muntaña is an Associate Professor at the Autonomous University of Barcelona (UAB), Department of English Philology and German Studies. She is part of the Center for Theoretical Linguistics and the Theoretical Linguistics Research Group funded by the Generalitat de Catalunya. Her academic roles include tenures as Associate Professor (2020–2023), Interim Associate Professor (2015–2020), and various teaching/research positions at UAB and other institutions since 2001. Education: PhD in English Philology (UAB, 2008) MA in Linguistics (University College London, 2004) MA in English Philology (UAB, 2003) Bachelor's in English Philology (UAB, 2001) Research Focus: Main interest: Theoretical linguistics, syntax, and negation phenomena (simple/double negation, negative agreement, negative quantifiers) Secondary areas: First/second language acquisition, the that-trace effect in English, gender expression in translated texts Key contributions: Studies on Catalan and English negative concord, experimental syntax, and language typology Grants & Projects: Principal Investigator (IP) of a funded project, plus member of 6 other projects and 2 thematic networks Active in projects like La interpretación de las categorías funcionales (2018–2021) and EXPLETIVITAD Y SIGNIFICADO EXPRESIVO (2024–2027) Awards & Recognition: Positive evaluations from CNEAI (National Commission for Research Activity) and AQU (Catalonia's Quality Agency) Speaker at 40+ linguistics conferences Reviewer for journals, La Caixa-British Council grants, and U.S. National Research Foundation projects Lab/Team Affiliation: Member of the consolidated Theoretical Linguistics Group funded by the Catalan government

Juan Carlos CastilloView profile

Associate Professor

• Spanish Linguistics
• Historical Linguistics
• Syntax
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Juan Carlos Castillo is an Associate Professor of Spanish and Spanish Section Coordinator at the University of Northern Iowa. He is affiliated with the Department of Languages & Literatures within the College of Humanities, Arts, and Sciences. His academic background includes a Ph.D. from the University of Maryland, two M.A. degrees from the University of Iowa (in Linguistics and Spanish Linguistics/Literature), and a B.A. from Universidad de Deusto in Spain. Castillo's research interests span multiple disciplines: he explores syntax (particularly Spanish syntax), historical linguistics, old Spanish language studies, language acquisition, and the intersection of sports with Spanish culture and national identity. His teaching portfolio includes courses like Historical Linguistics, Spanish Civilization, and Introduction to Translation. He actively contributes to curriculum development and serves on the Transfer Council. His research often bridges linguistic theory with cultural analysis, such as examining how Spanish sports figures like Federico Martín Bahamontes and Manolo Santana shaped national identity. Recent work highlights the role of sports in promoting cultural narratives and historical memory. Castillo has also published extensively on syntax theory, phonology, and the pedagogical use of sports in language education. Though no specific awards are listed, his scholarly output reflects sustained contributions to both Spanish linguistics and cultural studies. He advises students in linguistics and literature tracks and has been involved in academic governance roles that enhance interdisciplinary collaboration.

• Cognitive Science
• Psycholinguistics
• Multilingualism
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Jon Andoni Duñabeitia is a Full Professor at the School of Languages and Education of Universidad Nebrija in Madrid. He serves as Director of the Centro de Investigación Nebrija en Cognición (CINC) and the International Chair in Cognitive Health . With an h-index of 43 (Scopus), he has published 170+ articles across psycholinguistics, multilingualism, cognitive training, and virtual reality applications in education. His research examines how language processing interacts with cognitive load, emotional modulation, and technological innovation. Principal Investigator for 8+ projects funded by Spanish Government, Basque Government, BBVA Foundation Associate Editor and Editorial Board Member of high-impact journals Recognized among Spain's top 3% scientists across all disciplines Recent publications span topics including: Second-language reading dynamics in VR environments Multilingual cognitive interactions in neurological conditions Emoji/typographic effects on word processing Computerized cognitive assessment and training systems He actively contributes to scientific meetings as invited speaker across Europe, Asia, and Americas. His work bridges basic research in psycholinguistics with applied technologies for cognitive health.

• Irish Literature
• Transcultural Studies
• Dysfunctional Families in Literature
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Asier Altuna Garcia De Salazar is an Associate Professor at the University of Deusto, affiliated with the Faculty of Philosophy and Letters. He teaches at the Bilbao campus, focusing on Modern Languages, Vasque Language and Culture, and English Studies. His courses include Unseen Translation , Socio-cultural History of the Arts through Literature , and English Poetry and Drama , all taught in English, alongside Academic Writing at the doctoral level. His research primarily explores Irish Literature, with recent work addressing transculturalism, dysfunctional families, silence in cultural practices, and Basque representations in Irish literature. Education: Licenciado and PhD in Philosophy and Letters (English Philology) from the University of Deusto. Research Contributions: He participates in projects like INTRUTHS 2: Articulations of Individual and Communal Vulnerabilities in Contemporary Irish Writing (PID2020-114776GB-I00) and prior initiatives such as MINECO’s FFI2017-84619-P and FFI2011-23941. He has also contributed to European Union-funded projects like SPEAQ and TUNING initiatives aimed at enhancing higher education quality and cross-cultural academic frameworks. Labs/Teams: Member of the Comunicación y Género research group. Additional interests include academic writing pedagogy and language tutorials.

Judit GervainView profile

Research Fellow

• Developmental cognitive neuroscience
• Near-infrared spectroscopy
• Information theoretic approaches to speech
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Judit Gervain is a Research Fellow at the French National Centre for Scientific Research (CNRS) and has held the position of Director of Research since 2017. She has been associated with institutions including the Basque Center on Cognition, Brain and Language (San Sebastian, Spain) and the University of British Columbia (Vancouver, Canada). Her academic journey includes a PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience from SISSA, Italy, and dual MA degrees in Theoretical Linguistics and English/French Language and Literature from the University of Szeged, Hungary. Research Focus: Developmental cognitive neuroscience, speech perception in newborns, and early language acquisition using near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS). Grants: ERC Consolidator Grant (2018), ANR grants (2015-2018), HFSP Young Investigator Grant (2014-2018), and others. Scientific Contributions: Her work explores how newborns and infants process speech structure, prosody, and word order, leveraging interdisciplinary methods combining neuroscience and linguistics. She has pioneered the use of NIRS in infant cognitive studies. Key Awards: ERC Consolidator Grant, Lorentz/NIAS Fellowship, Mercator Fellowship, and multiple scholarships including Huygens and Erasmus. Mentoring: Supervised 8 Masters students, 3 PhDs (defended), 3 PhDs (ongoing), and 8 postdocs. Leadership: Deputy Director at the Institute of Neuroscience & Cognition (Paris), Board Member of the International Society for fNIRS, and editorial roles in journals like Neurophotonics and Developmental Science .

Johanna MattissenView profile

Research Fellow

• Linguistic Typology
• Legal Linguistics
• Morphosyntax
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Johanna Mattissen is a Research Fellow in the Department of Linguistics at the University of Cologne, specializing in European Legal Linguistics. Her office is located at Bernhard-Feilchenfeld-Str. 11, 50969 Köln, with postal address Albertus-Magnus-Platz, 50923 Köln. Contact is available by appointment via telephone (+49-221-470-3012) or email. Her research spans: Linguistic typology with focus on polysynthesis, morphological complexity, and endangered languages (Nivkh, Japanese, Laz, Greenlandic, Basque) Legal linguistics analyzing multilingual EU legislation, coordination phenomena, and terminology in European law Cross-linguistic analysis of discourse markers, modality, and reference-tracking in legal texts Machine translation challenges in human vs neural approaches for specialized domains Her recent publications (2021-2023) predominantly examine linguistic structures in EU legal instruments, investigating coordination ambiguity, terminological precision, and multilingual equivalence in binding texts. Earlier works establish foundations in polysynthesis typology and morphological theory.

Vincent HiribarrenView profile

Senior Lecturer

• African History
• World History
• Digital Humanities
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Dr. Vincent Hiribarren is a Reader in Modern History at the Department of History , King's College London , with expertise in African history, archival studies, and digital humanities. He has held visiting positions at UCLA and served as director of IFRA-Nigeria (University of Ibadan). Education : PhD in History (University of Leeds, 2012) Research Interests : African History, Archives, Cartography, Digital Humanities, Borno, Nigeria His research focuses on the history of Borno , colonial archiving , and historical cartography , often informed by fieldwork and interviews. He has published extensively on topics ranging from precolonial Nigerian kingdoms to postcolonial governance and colonial intelligence operations . Recent work includes the 2025 book La France au Cameroun (1945-1971) , analyzing colonial archival policies. His 15 most recent publications span African history, digital humanities, and the intersections of colonialism and cultural identity. Scientific Awards : Leverhulme Teaching Fellowship (2013) Grants and Public Engagement : He has received funding from the British Library Endangered Archives Programme for digitization projects in Madagascar and Benin. He co-edited the Africa4 blog for Libération and developed an online archive catalog for Madagascar.

• Sustainability Education
• Heritage Education
• Citizenship Education
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Anna Serra Salvi serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Specific Didactics at the University of Girona, specializing in Didactics of Social Sciences. She teaches primary and secondary teacher education programs and conducts research through the GRECA group (Research Group in Scientific and Environmental Education) within the Institute of Educational Research. Her academic qualifications include: Doctorate in Education from University of Girona (2019) Bachelor's in Philosophy and Letters (Geography and History) from University of Girona (1998) Teaching Diploma in Primary Education (Social Sciences specialty) from University of Girona (1993) Dr. Serra Salvi's research centers on sustainability education through social dimensions, particularly gender perspectives and vulnerable groups, alongside heritage/citizenship education and landscape didactics. Her work emphasizes integrating Sustainable Development Goals into teacher training while promoting proactive citizenship through gender-sensitive geographical approaches. She examines how urban environments function as learning spaces and investigates emotional dimensions of heritage education in Catalan contexts. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals consistent focus on socially transformative educational practices. Her work demonstrates strong methodological preference for qualitative case studies and intergenerational analyses, particularly examining Girona's urban spaces. Key thematic clusters include pandemic-era adaptations of sustainability education (2020-2023), gender-responsive urban geography pedagogy (2021-2022), and heritage education frameworks for early childhood (2019-2020), all reflecting commitment to contextually grounded, socially just educational praxis. As faculty, she advises undergraduate and master's students in teacher education programs while contributing to GRECA's research on scientific and environmental education. Her professional trajectory spans university teaching (2015-present), secondary education (2011-2024), and primary education (1993-2011) within Catalonia's education system, providing rich practical foundations for her academic work. She actively participates in GRECA's collaborative projects examining science and environmental education innovations, with particular focus on community-based learning approaches in Girona's urban landscape. Her current research continues exploring intersections between educational practice, urban geography, and social justice frameworks.

Anwen EliasView profile

Academic

• Comparative Regionalism
• Nationalism
• Secession
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Anwen Elias is a Reader in Politics at the Department of International Politics, Aberystwyth University. Her research and teaching focus on European politics, comparative regionalism, nationalism, political parties and party systems, and secession. She serves as Director of Research and Co-Director of the Centre for Welsh Politics and Society. BA Hons, University of Cambridge MA, College of Europe, Bruges PhD, European University Institute, Florence Her research explores comparative regionalism, nationalism, and secession in Western Europe. She investigates nationalist/regionalist parties' attitudes toward European integration, their adaptation to constitutional changes, and current projects include analyzing the role of regionalist parties in political/economic/social justice (Horizon2020) and citizen perspectives on secession debates (ESRC). Notable research trends span territorial strategies of regionalist parties (2023), secessionist rhetoric in Catalonia (2021), economic arguments for Scottish independence (2019), and Basque-Catalan political evolution (2017). Earlier works examine EU institutional adaptation (2005) and nationalist party responses to European integration (2006). She leads externally funded projects such as Integrative Mechanisms for Addressing Spatial Justice and Territorial Inequalities in Europe (IMAJINE) and Creating Wales' Constitutional Future . Collaborations include Sophie Bennett, Alexandra Hird, Eli Jones, and Evan Wall (PhD candidates). Her work intersects with political representation, democratic innovations, and party strategies in multinational democracies, reflecting extensive engagement with European regional politics and governance.