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• Linguistics
• French Grammar
• Syntax
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Magali Rouquier is a Senior Lecturer in Linguistics at Université Toulouse - Jean Jaurès, affiliated with the Patrimoine, Littérature, Histoire (PLH) research unit. She holds an HDR (Habilitation à Diriger des Recherches), the highest French academic qualification that enables her to supervise doctoral research. Her research focuses on French syntax, particularly specialized grammatical constructions including cleft constructions, pseudo-cleft constructions, and linked constructions. She has conducted extensive diachronic analysis of French syntax, examining historical texts such as the Passion de Clermont and the Vie de Saint Alexis to trace syntactic evolution from Old French to Modern French. Her work bridges theoretical linguistics with historical language analysis, providing insights into how syntactic structures emerge and evolve over time. Rouquier's publications reveal a consistent focus on the structural properties of French syntax, with particular attention to how information is structured within sentences. Her research demonstrates expertise in both synchronic analysis of contemporary French constructions and diachronic examination of historical syntactic changes. She has made significant contributions to understanding the emergence and development of complex sentence structures in French. She has collaborated extensively with other prominent French linguists including Christiane Marchello-Nizia, Sandrine Caddeo, and Marie-Noëlle Roubaud, particularly on works honoring Claire Blanche-Benveniste, a leading figure in French linguistics. Her research has been published in major French linguistic journals and reference works including the Bulletin de la Société de Linguistique de Paris and the Encyclopédie grammaticale du français.

Masoud JasbiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Semantics
• Pragmatics
• Language Acquisition
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Masoud Jasbi is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Linguistics at the University of California, Davis, specializing in experimental and theoretical approaches to natural language semantics and pragmatics. His research focuses on: Semantic and pragmatic interpretation of logical connectives (negation, conjunction, disjunction) Cross-linguistic studies across English, Persian, Mandarin Chinese, Spanish, and Hungarian Language acquisition in child and adult populations Integration of generative linguistics with artificial intelligence Experimental methodologies for testing linguistic hypotheses Recent publications demonstrate consistent emphasis on scalar implicature, context effects, and frequency-dependent processing, with increasing exploration of AI-linguistics intersections. His work bridges formal theory with empirical validation through experimental paradigms, examining how prior beliefs and contextual factors shape linguistic meaning across diverse populations. No scientific awards are documented in available sources. Information regarding student advising, research grants, laboratory facilities, or collaborative teams is not publicly specified in current materials.

• Social Psychology
• Psychology of Persuasion
• Vocal Communication
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Dr Thomas Ian Vaughan-Johnston is Lecturer (Assistant Professor) in Social Psychology at Cardiff University’s School of Psychology. He studies persuasion—especially how vocal cues such as intonation, speed, and pitch influence attitude change—and explores how individual differences in personality, self-esteem beliefs, and attitude neutrality moderate these effects. He also investigates methodological issues that affect replication success in psychology. Education & Training PhD in Psychology (Queen’s University, Canada) SSHRC CGS-Doctoral Fellowship (2018-2021) Ontario Graduate Scholarship (2017-2018) SSHRC CGS-Masters Scholarship (2015-2016) Research Interests His work integrates three core domains: Vocal Communication & Persuasion: Examining how variations in vocal confidence, affect, speed, and pitch shape source credibility and message impact. Self & Attitude Processes: Investigating how lay beliefs about self-esteem and the desire to hold neutral attitudes guide self-regulation and receptivity to influence. Methodology & Replication: Studying how recruitment and sampling choices affect replicability in social-personality research. Scientific Awards & Grants BA/Leverhulme Small Research Grant (£10k, 2025) Durham University Research Accelerator Award (£10k, 2023-2025, twice awarded) SSHRC CGS-Doctoral Fellowship (£22k/yr, 2018-2021) Ontario Graduate Scholarship (£6k, 2017-2018) SSHRC CGS-Masters Scholarship (£6k, 2015-2016) Teaching & Supervision Dr Vaughan-Johnston coordinates and lectures on core undergraduate modules, achieving student satisfaction ratings of 4.5/5. He teaches social psychology topics (prejudice, emotion, conformity), supervises undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral research, and has led interdisciplinary initiatives on communication skills. He is currently supervising PhD student Benedict Holden. Laboratory & Team He leads an active research group within the Cardiff School of Psychology, collaborating with international scholars such as Professors Fabrigar, Guyer, Briñol, and Jacobson. The team employs experimental, cross-cultural, and meta-scientific methods to advance understanding of persuasion and self-regulation.

• Applied Linguistics
• Multilingual Writing
• Translingualism
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Brooke Schreiber is an Associate Professor in the Department of English at Baruch College's Weissman School of Arts and Sciences, City University of New York (CUNY). Her academic appointments include coordinating the SWUFE joint degree program and serving as Associate Writing Director for the English Department Writing Program. She holds a Ph.D. in Applied Linguistics from Pennsylvania State University, an M.A. in English Language and Linguistics from the University of New Hampshire, and a B.A. in Sociology from Stanford University. Schreiber's research centers on linguistic justice, transnational writing education, and Global Englishes pedagogy. She investigates multilingual writing practices, translingual approaches, and the sociopolitical dimensions of language teaching. Her work actively challenges linguistic hierarchies and native-speaker biases through innovative pedagogical frameworks. Key research domains include: Transnational composition ethnography and joint degree programs Digital translanguaging and online intercultural exchanges Writing program administration for multilingual writers COIL (Collaborative Online International Learning) pedagogies Her publication portfolio demonstrates a consistent focus on linguistic diversity in writing education, with recent work emphasizing resistance to linguistic nationalism, ethical transnational partnerships, and decolonizing language pedagogies. Methodologically, she employs qualitative approaches including ethnography, discourse analysis, and action research across global contexts. Schreiber has received numerous honors including the Barbara Gluck Teaching Excellence Award (2022) and multiple PSC-CUNY research grants. Notable awards: Elbow Symposium for Teaching and Writing (2018) Melikian Scholar Award (2014) Gil Watz Outstanding Graduate Student Award (2014) Faculty Fellowship Publication Program (2017) She has secured significant research funding for projects including: Disrupting native-speakerism (PSC-CUNY, $5,973) Chinese-American joint degree programs (Lang Fellowship, $6,954) COIL impact studies (PSC-CUNY, $5,990) While no specific lab is mentioned, she collaborates internationally with scholars in Sri Lanka, Lebanon, China, and Serbia through COIL initiatives and transnational research teams.

Renée Lambert-BrétièreView profile

Associate Professor

• Language and Culture
• Documenting Lesser-Known Languages
• Typological Discourse
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Renée Lambert-Brétière is an Associate Professor of Linguistics, French, and Intercultural Communication at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC). She specializes in documenting endangered languages and cross-linguistic typology, with a focus on Fon (Benin), Kwoma (Papua New Guinea), and Innu (Canada). Education: Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics, Université du Québec à Montréal Master of Arts in Linguistics, Université du Québec à Montréal Master of Advanced Studies in Theoretical, Descriptive, and Computational Linguistics, Université de Paris Doctor of Philosophy, Université de Lyon Her research integrates functional-cognitive linguistics with community-engaged methodologies to analyze typologically diverse languages. She investigates polysynthetic morphology (Innu), serial verb constructions (Fon), and language revitalization strategies, particularly through democratizing digital documentation tools for Indigenous communities. Recent publications and conferences highlight her work on Kwoma identity, Innu clause chaining, and Fon grammaticalization. She collaborates with scholars like Lynn Drapeau and Claire Lefebvre, emphasizing Construction Grammar and typological frameworks. Her projects, such as the Documentation linguistique de l’innu featured in The Academic Minute , address ethical challenges in language documentation and leverage technology to bridge gaps between researchers and Indigenous speakers. Key affiliations include UMBC’s Department of Modern Languages, Linguistics & Intercultural Communication. She teaches courses like Syntax , Linguistic Typology , and Contact Languages , reflecting her expertise in language structure, sociopolitical contexts, and creole genesis.

• Linguistic Geography
• Dialectology
• Sociolinguistics
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Vito Matranga is a Full Professor in the Department of Psychological, Pedagogical, Physical Exercise and Training Sciences at the University of Palermo. He teaches courses including Italian Dialectology, Linguistics, and Italian Linguistics and Dialectology for the Cultural Heritage and Primary Education Sciences programs. His office is located in building 15, studio 5.15, where he holds office hours on Mondays from 9:30 am to 1:00 pm and Wednesdays from 12:30 to 15:30. Professor Matranga's research focuses on linguistic geography, dialectology, and sociolinguistics with particular emphasis on Sicilian dialects and Italo-Albanian linguistic varieties. His work explores linguistic variation and change in Sicily, dialect culture between conservation and innovation, language-dialect contact phenomena, and linguistic minorities, especially Italo-Albanian varieties. He has made significant contributions to the understanding of Sicilian dialect geography, phonetics, and lexicography. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on computational approaches to geolinguistic research, Sicilian dialect documentation, Italo-Albanian linguistic relations, and the documentation of traditional vocabulary related to food culture and rural life. Professor Matranga has been instrumental in the Linguistic Atlas of Sicily project and maintains the Archive of Sicilian Dialects. Professor Matranga leads the Linguistic Geography Laboratory and the Archive of Sicilian Dialects, which include specialized computer workstations, dedicated software, recording equipment, and extensive digital archives for dialect documentation and analysis. He has collaborated on major projects including the Mediterranean Linguistic Atlas, BookAlive, and various research initiatives focused on Sicilian linguistic identity and cultural heritage.

Christine Montecillo LeiderView profile

Assistant Professor

• Bilingualism
• Multilingual Learners
• Teacher Education
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Dr. Christine Montecillo Leider is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Multilingual Learner Education at the School of Education, University of Massachusetts Lowell. A Filipina-American second-generation immigrant raised in Southeast Alaska, her work bridges bilingualism, teacher education, and civil rights in language policy through clinical and research roles at Boston University and UMass Lowell. Education: PhD and MA in Curriculum & Instruction from Boston College, BA in Psychology and Spanish from University of Portland. Research: Focuses on bilingual language practices, teacher beliefs about language variation, and equity in multilingual education policy, with recent work on critical disciplinary literacy, duoethnography as a methodological haven for women of color, and humanizing pedagogies for multilingual students. Leadership: Vice-President of Massachusetts Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (MATSOL), chair of the Massachusetts English Learner and Bilingual Advisory Council, and Associate Editor for the Journal of Multilingual Theory and Practice. Publications: Her scholarship includes analyses of state-level teacher credentialing, asset-based approaches in distance education, and linguistic identity frameworks. Recent trends examine equity in college access for multilingual learners and critical consciousness in teacher assessment. Engagement: Dr. Leider actively shares her work via Twitter (@cmleider) and Instagram, and leads federally funded initiatives like ROPESS to support bilingual certification pathways in immigrant communities.

Dmitry IdiatovView profile

Research Professor

• African Linguistics
• Comparative Linguistics
• Diachronic Linguistics
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Dmitry Idiatov is a Director of Research at the French National Center for Scientific Research (CNRS) within the LLACAN laboratory (Language, Languages and Cultures of Africa), focusing on African Linguistics , particularly Mande and Adamawa languages. He holds a PhD in Linguistics and Literature from the University of Antwerp (2007), a Master's degree in Oriental and African Studies from Saint Petersburg State University (2003), and a Bachelor's degree in Oriental and African Studies from the same institution (2001). His research spans comparative/diachronic linguistics , typology , phonetics , and language documentation . His scholarly work emphasizes interrogative pronominals , non-selective markers , and clause-final negation patterns . He explores diachronic typology, linguistic prehistory, and areal diffusion in Sub-Saharan Africa, particularly through studies on labial-velar stops , nasal vowel systems , and logophoricity . He is actively involved in projects like the BULB initiative for under-resourced language documentation and serves on editorial boards for journals such as Folia Linguistica Historica and Mandenkan . His conference organization includes workshops on areal phenomena and negation patterns in African languages. Contact: dmitry.idiatov@cnrs.fr . Official website: Dmitry Idiatov's Academic Profile .

• Berber linguistics
• dialectology
• grammaticalization
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Naït Zerad Kamal is a University Professor at the Institut National des Langues et Civilisations Orientales (INALCO), specializing in Berber linguistics within the Africa and Indian Ocean department. His academic work focuses on the Berber language family, with particular expertise in Kabyle and Tuareg languages. As Head of the Berber section and a member of the LACNAD research board, he plays a significant role in shaping Berber language studies at INALCO. Professor Kamal's research interests span Berber linguistics, dialectology, grammaticalization processes, lexicology, lexicography, translation studies, and linguistic planning. His work demonstrates deep engagement with both theoretical linguistic frameworks and practical language documentation. He has made substantial contributions to understanding the structural properties of Berber languages, their historical development, and their contemporary sociolinguistic status. His publication record reveals a consistent focus on Berber language documentation and analysis over two decades, with a notable intensification of output around 2020-2021. The publications demonstrate expertise across multiple Berber varieties (Kabyle, Tuareg, Libyan Berber), with particular attention to grammatical structures, lexical semantics, and the institutionalization of Tamazight. His recent work shows increasing engagement with digital humanities approaches, as evidenced by the 2020 project digitizing the Arabic-Berber lexicon of Ibn Tunart. Professor Kamal has demonstrated leadership in the field through edited volumes honoring prominent scholars like Salem Chaker and Abdellah Bounfour, indicating his standing within the international Berber studies community. His collaborative work with researchers like D. Merolla, D. Caubet, and S. Djemai shows active engagement with a broader scholarly network.

• Sociolinguistics
• Polish Dialectology
• Dialectal Lexicography
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Dr. hab. Stanisław Cygan, prof. UJK is a linguist affiliated with Jan Kochanowski University. He holds a habilitation in humanities (linguistics-Polish) and has served as a supervisor for doctoral dissertations and reviewer in habilitation procedures. His academic role focuses on Polish philology and dialectological studies. MA in Polish Philology (1989) - Higher Pedagogical University of Kraków PhD in Linguistics (1999) - University of Warsaw Habilitation (2012) - Pedagogical University of Kraków His research focuses on rural language changes, Polish dialectology, linguistic awareness in rural communities, and dialectal lexicography. He has contributed significantly to understanding linguistic transformations in the Świętokrzyskie region and Opoczno dialects. Dr. Cygan's recent publications examine linguistic consciousness in rural populations, dialectal preservation challenges, and historical dialect sources. These works span from 2002 to 2019, with particular emphasis on analyzing rural speech patterns in literary works and regional publications. As an academic, he has supervised two doctoral dissertations and participated in habilitation committees. His editorial work includes multiple volumes exploring the interplay between language and cultural identity.

• Lexicography
• Corpus Linguistics
• Terminology
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Zaida Bartolomé Díaz is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Modern Philology, Translation and Interpretation at the University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, specializing in lexicography and corpus linguistics with a focus on French architectural terminology. She actively contributes to research groups GIR IATEXT (Linguistic Variation and Change) and the Institute for Textual Analysis and Applications (IU). Her educational credentials include: Doctorate in Philology (2022), University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Dr. Bartolomé Díaz's research centers on lexicographic methodology and corpus-based analysis , particularly examining architectural vocabulary evolution in French through historical dictionaries (e.g., 1762 Academy Dictionary), contemporary usage patterns, and metaphorical expressions. She develops bilingual French-Spanish lexicons using computational tools like Sketch Engine and explores AI applications for domain-specific terminology. Her 2020-2024 publications reveal consistent methodological innovation, combining corpus linguistics with digital lexicography to analyze discrepancies between official terminology recommendations and real-world language use. Key thematic threads include architectural metaphor systems, historical lexical change, and interoperable resource design for specialized translation. Dr. Bartolomé Díaz has supervised three 2024 undergraduate theses covering advertising discourse (YSL perfumes), cross-linguistic slang phenomena (verlan/vesre/back slang), and literary representations of modernity, reflecting her expertise in French sociolinguistics and discourse analysis. She maintains active research within GIR IATEXT and the Institute for Textual Analysis and Applications, focusing on corpus-driven studies of linguistic variation and lexicographic resource development for specialized domains.

Predrag SimonovićView profile

Professor

• Ichthyology
• Fisheries Biology
• Fish Morphology and Systematics
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Predrag Simonović is a Full Professor at the Department of Comparative Morphology and Systematics of Animals, Institute of Zoology, Faculty of Biology, University of Belgrade. He has held significant leadership positions including Director of the Institute of Zoology (2005-2010), Vice-Dean for Education (2001-2002), and Head of the Department of Morphology, Systematics and Phylogeny of Animals (2011-2014). He is also the Founder and Head of the Center for Genotyping of Fisheries Resources (2012-2025) and serves as a Scientific Advisor at the Institute for Biological Research "Siniša Stanković". Dr. Simonović earned his Bachelor's degree in Biology (1987), Master's in Biological Sciences (1992), and Doctorate in Biological Sciences (1996), all from the University of Belgrade. His academic career progressed from Student-Demonstrator in 1984 to Full Professor in 2011, with steady advancement through the academic ranks. Simonović's research focuses on Ichthyology, Fisheries Biology, Fish Morphology and Systematics, and Biology of Allochthonous and Invasive Fish Species . His work addresses critical issues in biodiversity conservation, evolutionary biology, and sustainable fisheries management, with particular emphasis on brown trout diversity in the Western Balkans. His research integrates molecular genetics, morphometric analysis, and ecological studies to understand fish population dynamics and the impacts of human activities on aquatic ecosystems. A significant portion of his work examines the threats posed by non-native species introductions and climate change to native fish biodiversity. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on brown trout diversity conservation, invasive species management, and climate change impacts on aquatic ecosystems. His work spans from detailed morphological studies of fish species to broad assessments of ecosystem risks. A notable trend is his increasing engagement with international collaborative research addressing transboundary conservation challenges in the Balkan Peninsula and Adriatic region. Dr. Simonović has led numerous significant research projects including: Conservation of brown trout diversity in Serbia (2001-2005, 2004-2005) Effects of cyanide spill from the Baia Mare gold mine on fish (2000) Evolution in heterogeneous environments (2011-2020) Risk assessment of the River Jadar ecosystem related to mining activities He has also participated in major international projects including EU FP7 project GLOBAQUA and ICPDR's Joint Danube Survey 2. As a visiting professor, he has contributed to academic programs at universities in Banja Luka, Montenegro, and Kragujevac, sharing his expertise in evolution, zoological systematics, and vertebrate morphology. His laboratory work primarily focuses on fish genetics, morphology, and biodiversity assessment, with special attention to the conservation of native fish species in the Balkan region.

Adriana DiazView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Critical Intercultural Language Pedagogy
• Decolonial Theories
• Applied Linguistics
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Dr. Adriana Diaz is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Languages and Cultures , University of Queensland. With a PhD in Critical Intercultural Language Pedagogy, she specializes in challenging Eurocentric language education frameworks through decolonial theories and social justice principles. Education: BA (Hons), Griffith University; PhD, Griffith University. Research Areas: Critical language pedagogy, intercultural communication, sociolinguistics, multicultural education. Her work explores: Intersectional power dynamics in language classrooms Decolonial approaches to Spanish language teaching Resistance to monolingualism in Australian education Open-access educational resources for inclusive pedagogy Gender-neutral language practices in Spanish instruction Coloniality in language textbooks Scientific Awards: UQ Early Career Researcher Open grant (2018–2019) UQ Teaching Innovation Grants Open grant (2016–2018) Supervision: Dr. Diaz currently advises PhD candidates on topics including intercultural capability development, foreign language retention in Queensland, and early literacy policies. She has completed supervision of projects on language assessment, Saudi English teaching, and multicultural community belonging.

Ilana MushinView profile

Professor

• Linguistics
• Discourse Analysis
• Pragmatics
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Professor Ilana Mushin is a linguist affiliated with the School of Languages and Cultures at the University of Queensland . Her research focuses on discourse analysis, pragmatics, and the study of Australian First Nations Languages, particularly Garrwa. She is a Chief Investigator on the ARC Discovery Project 'Conversational Interaction in Aboriginal and Remote Australia' (CIARA) and has authored/edited multiple publications on Aboriginal English, classroom interaction, and linguistic typology. Research Interests : Discourse-Cognition-Grammar Interface, Epistemic Stance, Conversation Analysis, Narrative Structure, Language Maintenance, Indigenous Pedagogy. Supervision : Advised PhD/Master's students on topics including Bahasa Indonesian discourse, Vietnamese social competence, and Hijazi Arabic modals. Grants : ARC Discovery Projects (2018-2024, 2015-2019, 2014-2017), MRFF Indigenous Health Research Grant (2021-2023). Publications : Over 60 works including books on Garrwa grammar, Aboriginal English, and edited volumes on Indigenous language and social identity.

Damian Vergara WilsonView profile

Professor

• Historical Linguistics
• Sociolinguistics
• Sociology of Language
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Damian Vergara Wilson is a Professor in the Department of Spanish and Portuguese at the University of New Mexico and coordinator of the Sabine Ulibarrí Spanish as a Heritage Language Program. His work bridges academic research and practical application, particularly in sociolinguistic and forensic contexts. Education : PhD (2009), MA (2003), and BUS (1999) from the University of New Mexico Research Interests span sociolinguistics, historical linguistics, and forensic linguistics, with a focus on: Language change and variation in Spanish Usage-based theories of linguistic representation Spanish as a Heritage Language in the Southwest Forensic applications of bilingual police interactions His book Categorization and Constructional Change in Spanish Expressions of 'Becoming' (2009) examines constructional evolution over eight centuries. He applies linguistic expertise as a court witness addressing miscommunications in bilingual legal contexts. Contact : damianvw@unm.edu | Office: Room 417, Ortega Hall