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Elena AnagnostopoulouView profile

Professor

• Theoretical syntax
• Comparative syntax
• Formal linguistic typology
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Elena Anagnostopoulou is a Professor of Theoretical Linguistics at the Department of Philology, University of Crete, where she has been a faculty member since 1998. Her academic career spans theoretical linguistics with a focus on syntax, morphology, and historical linguistics, particularly in the context of Greek language. Dr. Anagnostopoulou earned her PhD from the University of Salzburg in 1994, followed by postdoctoral research at the MIT Institute of Linguistics (1997-1998). She served as Assistant Professor (1998-2005), Associate Professor (2005-2009), and has been Professor of Linguistics at the University of Crete since 2009. She was a Visiting Professor at MIT in 2007 and received the prestigious Friedrich Wilhelm Bessel Research Award from the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation in 2013. Her research focuses on theoretical and comparative syntax, formal linguistic typology, morphology and historical morphosyntax, with particular emphasis on the interface of syntax, morphology and lexicon. She has made significant contributions to understanding argument alternation, declension, agreement, person, gender, inflections, control and autopathic structures. Her work often centers on Greek language but extends to cross-linguistic comparisons. Anagnostopoulou's recent publications demonstrate her ongoing research in gender features, case theory, argument structure, and the historical development of Greek syntax. Her work bridges theoretical linguistics with historical and comparative approaches, examining how linguistic features evolve across time and space. She has increasingly incorporated evolutionary biology methods into linguistic research. Friedrich Wilhelm Bessel Research Award (2013) Elected member of Academia Europaea (since 2019) As scientific director of multiple research projects funded by the Hellenic Research Foundation, including 'Using tools from Evolutionary Biology to reveal relationships among languages' (2019-2023) and 'Modeling language genesis,' she has secured significant research funding. She co-directs the 'Open Generative Syntax' series and serves on the editorial boards of the Journal of Greek Linguistics, Linguistic Inquiry and Syntax. Her work extends to educational applications, with research on learning disabilities, remedial intervention programs, and language acquisition in socioeconomically diverse populations in Greece.

Eleni ManolakakiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Philosophy of Language
• Propositions
• Ethics
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Eleni Manolakaki is an Assistant Professor in the Department of History and Philosophy of Science (IFE) at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Her academic focus lies at the intersection of Philosophy of Language, Ancient Greek Philosophy, and Moral Psychology. She specializes in topics such as propositions, belief-desire structures, and the philosophical analysis of ethical concepts. Her research explores foundational questions about linguistic meaning, including the nature of propositions and their relationship to mental states. She also investigates ancient Greek thinkers like Anaxagoras and Aristotle, particularly their conceptions of the nous (mind). Methodologically, her work combines empirical studies (e.g., analyzing student understanding of philosophical concepts) with traditional philosophical analysis. Key themes in her publications include the semantics of propositions, moral agency, and the role of emotions in ethical reasoning. Recent work (2025) re-examines contemporary foundational accounts of propositions, while earlier studies (e.g., 2000) address truth evaluability in radical interpretation theory. Her scholarship bridges historical philosophical traditions with modern analytical frameworks, offering interdisciplinary insights.

Grammatiki KarlaView profile

Associate Professor

• Ancient Greek Literature
• Ancient Novel
• Fictional Biography
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Grammatiki Karla is an Associate Professor of Ancient Greek Literature at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens , affiliated with the Department of Classics under the Philosophical School. She specializes in the ancient novel, fictional biography, and textual criticism, with a focus on Late Antiquity and Byzantine literature. B.A. and M.A. in Classics, University of Athens Ph.D. in Classics, Freie Universität Berlin (2000) Dissertation: Die Fassung der Handschriften BPThSA des Aesopromans Her research explores: The ancient novel and its evolution in post-Classical periods Fictional biography traditions, including lives of Aesop and Alexander the Great Ancient rhetoric from the Imperial era to Late Antiquity Textual editions and diachronic analysis of Greek language Her publications include critical editions like Vita Aesopi (2001) and co-edited volumes such as Fiction on the Fringe (2009). She has contributed to lexicography, diachronic linguistics, and Samian studies. Key awards: Centenary Bursary (2011-2012), British School at Athens Onassis Foundation Doctoral Scholarship (1996-1999) Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG) Research Grant (2002-2003) Prof. Karla serves on editorial boards for Byzantinische Zeitschrift and Brill's International Studies in the History of Rhetoric . She co-organized workshops on Late Antique literature and contributed to academic committees at the Academy of Athens and University of Athens.

• Early Modern Greek
• Language Contact and Change
• Language Policy
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Eleni Karantzola is a Professor of Linguistics at the Department of Mediterranean Studies (Archaeology, Linguistics, International Relations) at the University of the Aegean, part of the School of Humanities. She has held leadership roles including President of the Department (2010–2012), Director of the Southeast Mediterranean Linguistics Laboratory (since 2008), and Secretary General of Lifelong Learning at the Ministry of Education (2012–2013). Her research focuses on Early Modern Greek (16th–17th centuries), language contact, writing systems, language policy, and adult education. Education: Bachelor’s in Philology and Linguistics at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki Postgraduate studies in Sociology of Communication (Paris VII) and Speech Sciences (École des Hautes Études en Sciences Sociales) PhD with a three-year Onassis Foundation scholarship Her work bridges historical linguistics and sociopolitical contexts, emphasizing language standardization, literacy networks, and multilingual education. She has coordinated curriculum committees, managed e-learning initiatives, and led collaborative projects like the UNESCO-supported Literacy Network and study groups on Early Modern Greek. She contributed to national and EU programs (EPEAEK, NSRF, Reprise, Modeval) addressing language education and policy. Her publications span monographs, edited volumes (e.g., Language – Education – Society series), and journals like Journal of Pragmatics and Journal of Greek Linguistics , focusing on language change, sociolinguistic factors, and educational policies.

Stephanos MatthaiosView profile

Associate Professor

• Ancient Linguistics
• Homeric Scholarship
• Ancient Commentaries and Scholia
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Stephanos Matthaios is an Associate Professor of Ancient Greek Literature at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens . He has held academic positions at the University of Cologne, University of Cyprus, and Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. BA in Classics, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (1988) PhD in Classics, University of Göttingen (1998) His research spans five key areas: Ancient Linguistics , Homeric Scholarship , Ancient Commentaries , Hellenistic Science , and Byzantine Lexicography . His work focuses on text-critical methodologies and intellectual history of classical scholarship. Publications include two seminal edited volumes on ancient Greek scholarship (2015, 2011) and foundational research on Aristarchian grammar (1999). Key disciplinary trends include diachronic analysis of grammatical concepts and integration of epistemological frameworks in classical studies. Spinoza Visiting Fellowship, University of Leiden (2014) He has maintained active academic collaborations through visiting professorships at University of Freiburg (2010) and University of Leiden (2014). His editorial work with Brill and De Gruyter demonstrates sustained engagement with classical philology.

• History of the Greek Language
• Language Policy
• Sociolinguistics
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Eleni Karantzola is a Professor in the Department of Mediterranean Studies (Archaeology, Linguistics, International Relations) at the University of the Aegean. She holds expertise in the history of the Greek language, sociolinguistics, language policy, and literacy education. Her academic journey includes studies at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Université Paris VII, and École des Hautes Études en Sciences Sociales, where she completed her PhD with Onassis Foundation support. Research interests focus on Early Modern Greek (16th-17th centuries), language contact phenomena, writing systems, and language policy related to adult education and multilingualism. She has directed the Southeast Mediterranean Linguistics Laboratory since 2008, establishing initiatives like the 'Literacy Network' and early modern Greek study groups. Her administrative roles include Department President (2010-2012) and Secretary General of Lifelong Learning (2012-2013). She has contributed to national and EU projects (EPEAEK, NSRF, Reprise) addressing language education and policy. Her publications span monographs, edited volumes, and journals like Journal of Pragmatics and Revista de Estudios Neohellenicos . She co-edited the series 'Language – Education – Society' and authored works on Greek immigrant education, linguistic diversity, and language change. Her work bridges historical linguistics with contemporary educational challenges, emphasizing multilingualism and literacy in sociopolitical contexts.

• Greek and Latin papyrology
• literary papyri
• documentary papyri
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Nikos Litinas is a Professor at the University of Crete, affiliated with the Department of Philology and the Department of Classical Studies. He operates from office 108 and can be reached at litinasn@uoc.gr or via telephone at 28310-77380. Ph.D. in Classics (1994) from University College London Postgraduate Diploma in Philology (1991) from the University of Crete Degree in Classical Philology (1989) from the University of Crete Secondary education at 5th High School of Piraeus His research focuses on Greek and Latin papyrology, literary and documentary papyri, epigraphy (inscriptions and graffiti), Greek mythology, and the ancient Greek novel. He has contributed extensively to the study of Hellenistic and Roman prose, ancient epigrams, and prosopography projects like the Prosopography of the Cynopolite Nome , which catalogs individuals connected to Roman Egypt. His recent publications explore topics such as therapeutic practices in papyri, relative pronouns in Greek texts, animal trade documentation, and legal terminology in private letters. These works reflect his engagement with both linguistic analysis and cultural-historical interpretation of ancient sources.

Xiaokang QiuView profile

Associate Professor

• Programming Languages
• Software Engineering
• Program Verification
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Xiaokang Qiu serves as Associate Professor in Purdue University's Elmore Family School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, specializing in Programming Languages and Software Engineering with core expertise in program verification, program synthesis, and automated deduction. His research establishes critical bridges between enumerative and deductive synthesis methodologies, developing novel frameworks for verified program generation. Key contributions include string transformation synthesis with concurrency guarantees, bit-vector manipulation optimization via syntax-guided enumeration, and network design automation through comparative learning techniques. This work consistently advances formal verification foundations while addressing practical software engineering challenges. Publication trends from 2017-2025 reveal escalating complexity in synthesis targets—from basic data-structure manipulations to concurrent string operations and network configurations. His approach increasingly integrates machine learning elements with formal methods, demonstrating how query-based learning can drive near-optimal system design while maintaining provable correctness guarantees across diverse computational domains.

• Linguistics
• Morphosyntax
• Phonology
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Giorgos Markopoulos is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Mediterranean Studies, University of the Aegean. He has also taught at the Democritus University of Thrace, the University of Nicosia, and the interinstitutional MSc Program "Language Technology" (Department of Informatics and Telecommunications, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, in collaboration with the Institute for Language and Speech Processing). Bachelor's Degree in Philology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki Master's Degree in Philology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki PhD in Linguistics at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki His research interests focus on the morphosyntax-phonology interface, with particular emphasis on the comparative study of grammatical structures and phenomena at a cross-linguistic level, especially in South-Eastern Mediterranean languages. His research spans various aspects of theoretical and comparative linguistics, including expressive suffixes, stem allomorphy, phonological constraints, and morphological evolution. His recent publications (2016-2025) demonstrate a consistent focus on morphosyntax-phonology interface issues across languages, particularly examining expressive suffixes (in Russian, German, Spanish, and Greek), root allomorphy (in Greek), phonological constraints (sonority levels, nasals), morphological evolution (fusion to agglutination), and artificial language learning. The broader fields represented by his publications include theoretical linguistics, comparative linguistics, morphosyntax, phonology, psycholinguistics, and language technology. Giorgos Markopoulos has been awarded scholarships from IKY (the State Scholarships Foundation) for his doctoral and post-doctoral research. While not explicitly listed in the bios, his involvement in international research projects and interinstitutional programs implies additional recognition and funding. He has participated in international research projects such as Cross-Linguistic Artificial Grammar Learning, Vocalect, and Education of Immigrant and Repatriate Students. His research career has taken him beyond Greece as he has been a visiting scholar at University College London and Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin.

• Theoretical Linguistics
• Syntax
• Morphology
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Anna Roussou serves as Professor of Linguistics at the Department of Philology, University of Patras since 2012, specializing in theoretical syntax and its interfaces. Her academic journey includes faculty positions at Bangor University (1992-1998) and University of Cyprus (1998-2001) before her current appointment. Her research focuses on Theoretical Linguistics with expertise in syntax, morphology, and semantics. Key research areas include complement clauses, complement markers, questions, empty subjects, transitivity, voice alternations, grammaticalization, and psycholinguistics. Her methodological approach combines theoretical analysis with comparative and diachronic perspectives. Her publication profile shows consistent output in high-impact venues with a clear trajectory toward increasingly complex syntactic phenomena. The articles demonstrate specialization in Greek syntax while maintaining cross-linguistic relevance, particularly in Balkan and Indo-European languages. Recent work shows expansion into markedness theory and complexity metrics. Academic Visiting Fellow, MIT Linguistics and Philosophy (1997, 2009) Honorary Research Fellow, UCL Linguistics (2006-2007) Visiting Professor, University of Florence (2018) Lewis-Gibson Research Fellow, Cambridge Centre for Hellenic Studies (2022) British Academy Academic Visiting Fellow, University of Cambridge (2013) Roussou has held significant administrative roles including Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs at University of Patras (2010-2013), Vice-President for Research at Hellenic Open University (2017-2019), and Director of the Greek Language and Culture Laboratory (2016-2022). She served on the National Council for Research and Innovation (2016-2019) and Lifelong Learning Council (2013). She directed the Greek Language and Culture Laboratory at University of Patras from 2016-2022, which focused on theoretical and applied linguistics research with emphasis on Greek language structure, acquisition, and teaching methodologies. The laboratory fostered collaborations between theoretical linguists and language educators.

• Linguistics
• Psycholinguistics
• Neurolinguistics
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Georgia Andreou is a Professor of Linguistics and Special Education at the University of Thessaly, specializing in neurolinguistics, psycholinguistics, and educational interventions for neurodevelopmental disorders. She holds leadership roles, including former Head of the Department of Special Education (2019–2024) and current Board member of the University. Her research focuses on language acquisition, bilingualism, and assistive technologies like eye-tracking for assessing cognitive and linguistic deficits in conditions such as autism, dyslexia, and Down syndrome. She has coordinated numerous EU-funded projects, including the Greek Diaspora Program and international collaborations on inclusive education. Andreou earned her PhD in Neurolinguistics from the University of Thessaly, following degrees in English Literature (University of Athens) and Language Disorders (University of Sheffield). She has authored over 20 books and 150 peer-reviewed articles, with a strong emphasis on practical applications of research in education and clinical settings. Her work has been cited over 2,150 times (h-index 28), and she serves on editorial boards of journals like International Journal of Disability, Development and Education and reviews for high-impact outlets like Perceptual and Motor Skills . Her funded projects include investigating bilingual transfer in learning disabilities, eye-tracking for reading disorders, and integrating technology for students with ADHD. Recent awards include the European Language Label 2012 for a Greek language course for immigrants. She is actively involved in policy-making, serving on the Hellenic Foundation for Research Innovation and leading initiatives like the EmpowerEd mental health and inclusion program.

• Applied Linguistics
• Comparative Linguistics
• Second Language Acquisition (SLA)
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Hasan Kaili is an Assistant Professor of Linguistics at the Department of Mediterranean Studies, University of the Aegean. He earned his BA and MA in English Philology from Ege University and a PhD in Linguistics from the National & Kapodistrian University of Athens. His teaching career spans Turkish and Modern Greek instruction at multiple Greek universities. Research Interests : Applied linguistics, comparative linguistics, second language acquisition, language contact phenomena, and grammatical description of languages. Key Research : Ethnographic study of the bilingual Greek-Turkish Muslim community in Rhodes, focusing on language contact, code-alternation, and sociolinguistic identity. Publications : Peer-reviewed articles in journals like Second Language Research and Journal of Greek Linguistics , contributions to edited volumes, and four books on teaching Greek/Turkish to foreigners. Notable Contributions : Analysis of Rhodian Turkish dialects, contrastive grammar studies between Greek and Turkish, and pedagogical frameworks for teaching Turkish as a foreign language.

Konstantinos KotisView profile

Associate Professor

• Knowledge Engineering
• Semantic Web
• Internet of Things (IoT)
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Konstantinos Kotis is an Associate Professor and Team Leader at the Department of Cultural Technology and Communication, University of the Aegean, and a Research Associate at the AI Lab of the University of Piraeus. He leads the Semantic Web of Things group and directs the Postgraduate Studies in Cultural Informatics. Kotis has held roles including IT Manager at regional governmental bodies (2000–2018) and committee member for entry-level exams and procurement since 2019. He is also Deputy Manager for student placements in industry and government sectors. Education: BSc in Computation from the University of Manchester, UK, and PhD in Information Management (Knowledge Representation/Management) from the University of the Aegean, Greece. Postdoctoral roles include positions at the University of the Aegean’s AI Lab (2010–2015), VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland as an ERCIM fellow (2011–2012), and the University of Piraeus’s AI Lab (2013–2018). Research interests span Knowledge Engineering , Semantic Web technologies , Semantic Data Management , and IoT . He focuses on ontology development for domains like healthcare (e.g., Wear4PDmoveOnto for PD patient monitoring), cybersecurity in IoT (IoT Trust Ontology), and semantic integration of cultural heritage data. Kotis has authored over 100 peer-reviewed publications (h-index 21) and contributed to projects such as Grid4All (FP7, 2008), iCore (FP7, 2012), and Time Machine (H2020, 2019). Scientific awards include the ERCIM ‘Allain Bensoussan’ post-doctoral fellowship (2011–2012). His work bridges academic research and practical applications, emphasizing semantic interoperability, fairness in AI, and ontology-driven decision support systems. He actively supervises graduate/postgraduate research and collaborates on ontology frameworks like the Semantic Social Network of Things.

• Theoretical Linguistics
• Comparative Linguistics
• Semantics
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Evangelia Vlachou is a Lecturer of Linguistics in the Department of Mediterranean Studies at the University of the Aegean, specializing in Comparative Linguistics with emphasis on Southeastern Mediterranean languages. She has taught Linguistics courses at the University of the Aegean, University of Athens, and University of Paris-Sorbonne since 2008. Her educational qualifications include: First degree in French Language and Literature from Athens University (1998) Master's in Linguistics from University of Paris 7 (2000) PhD in Linguistics from Paris-Sorbonne and Utrecht Universities via co-tutelle arrangement (2007) Dr. Vlachou's research centers on theoretical and comparative analysis of language semantics, extending to syntax, pragmatics, and language acquisition. Her work specifically investigates (in)definites, free choice items, negation, quantifiers, modals, and verbal aspect. She developed a comprehensive theory of free choice items' distribution examining French, Greek, and English linguistic structures, emphasizing interactions between lexical semantic properties and contextual pragmatics. Her significant research contributions include: Scholarship from the Dutch National Organization for Scientific Research (NWO) during doctoral studies Rubicon grant from NWO for postdoctoral research at Stuttgart University Dr. Vlachou has led substantial research initiatives including external research for the Paris-Sorbonne project Dire et laisser inférer since 2010, research for the University of the Aegean's Multi-Islandism program in 2013, and scientific coordination of the I.S. Latsis Foundation-sponsored Yevanic dialect documentation project Before the flame goes out in 2014.

• Syntax
• Greek Linguistics
• Semantics
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Christos Vlachos serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Philology (Specialization in Linguistics) at the University of Patras since 2021, with over a decade of teaching experience across Greek institutions including the University of Ioannina, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, and Hellenic Open University. His academic credentials include: PhD in Linguistics, University of Patras M.Phil. in Linguistics, University of Cambridge Philology (Linguistics), University of Patras His research centers on theoretical and experimental syntactic analysis of modern Greek, specializing in movement phenomena, ellipsis, and complement selection structures through comparative studies with English and French. He employs empirical validation via grammaticality judgment experiments and natural speech corpus analysis, bridging formal linguistic theory with experimental methodology. Key recognitions include: Marie Skłodowska Curie Fellowship (2015-2017) at Queen Mary University of London As an academic advisor, he currently supervises one doctoral thesis on Greek tense, aspect, and case systems while mentoring numerous graduate and undergraduate students. His research leadership encompasses: Scientific Director of a Marie Skłodowska Curie research program Scientific Director of a national EL.IDEK research program Collaborator in multiple international research projects Evaluator for State Scholarships Foundation programs (since 2020) Evaluator for European Commission Marie Skłodowska Curie actions (since 2020) He is contracted by Cambridge University Press to co-author a monograph on Greek Syntax and annually contributes review articles to The Year's Work in Modern Language Studies published by Brill.