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• Linguistics
• Morphology
• Phonology
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Ignacio Montoya is an Assistant Professor of Linguistics in the English Department at the University of Nevada, Reno. His research focuses on morphology, phonology, cognitive approaches to grammar, language variation, and the revitalization of Indigenous and endangered languages. He holds a Ph.D. in Linguistics from The Graduate Center, CUNY (2017), alongside degrees in Educational Leadership and Psychology. Education: Ph.D., Linguistics, The Graduate Center, City University of New York, 2017 M.A., Linguistics, The Graduate Center, City University of New York, 2013 M.A., Educational Leadership, Teachers College, Columbia University, 2007 B.A., Psychology, Harvard College, 1997 Research Interests: Montoya combines functionalist theoretical perspectives with applied linguistics, particularly in endangered language preservation. His work spans Romance and Semitic language families, emphasizing usage-based models of grammar and historical language change. He has contributed to studies on Hebrew gutturals, comparative root systems, and bilingual child language acquisition. Advising & Grants: No specific grants or advising roles are listed in the provided text, though his expertise suggests potential involvement in linguistics research initiatives. Labs/Teams: No specific labs or collaborative teams are mentioned in the text.

Leah FabianoView profile

Professor

• Speech Sound Disorders
• Bilingual Language Acquisition
• Equitable Assessment Methods
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Leah Fabiano, PhD, CCC-SLP, is a Professor and Director of the Doctor of Philosophy program in Communication Science and Disorders at the University of Pittsburgh's School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences. Her work focuses on developing equitable diagnostic methods for bilingual children with speech sound disorders, with strong commitments to social justice and dismantling structural inequities in academia. Education: Postdoctoral Fellowship, Center for Research in Language, University of California San Diego/San Diego State University PhD in Communication Sciences, Temple University MS in Speech-Language Pathology, SUNY Fredonia BS in Speech-Language Pathology, SUNY Fredonia Research Focus: Dr. Fabiano leads research on reducing misdiagnosis of speech disorders in bilingual Latinx Spanish-English speaking children. Her lab develops culturally responsive assessment protocols that differentiate typical bilingual development from clinical disorders. She pioneers methods examining language interaction effects, sociolinguistic influences, and cross-linguistic transfer in phonological acquisition. Publication Trends: Recent articles (2020-2024) demonstrate three key themes: 1) Critical analyses of assessment bias and raciolinguistic ideologies in clinical practice, 2) Empirical studies on phonological transfer patterns in Spanish-English bilinguals, and 3) Methodological innovations for equitable service eligibility determination. Her work consistently integrates sociolinguistic frameworks with clinical applications. Awards: Fellowship of the Association, ASHA (2024) Edith Sayer Auslander Emerging Visionary Award (2021) Excellence in Diversity Award, CAPCSD (2018) Academic Leadership: Dr. Fabiano directs a research lab focused on bilingual phonological acquisition and trains graduate students in culturally responsive clinical practices. She has led institutional reforms in graduate admissions through holistic review processes at Hispanic-serving institutions.

Georgina Alvarez MoreraView profile

Lecturer

• Linguistics
• Syntax
• Second Language Acquisition
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Georgina Alvarez Morera is a Language Lecturer in Catalan at the University of Oxford's Faculty of Modern Languages, specifically within the Sub-faculty of Spanish. She holds a PhD in Humanities from Universitat Rovira i Virgili, alongside a double degree in Spanish and English Philology from Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, an Erasmus Mundus Master in Teaching Spanish in Multilingual Contexts from Universidad de Deusto, and a MA in Linguistics from UNED. Her research focuses on syntax and semantics of verb-noun constructions, Catalan-Spanish language contact effects, second language acquisition (particularly Catalan as a heritage language), and pedagogical strategies for adult learners. She has authored Catalan L2 teaching materials and is a member of the Societat d'Ensenyament i Recerca del Català com a Llengua Estrangera (SERCLE). Teaching highlights include Catalan language and culture courses at the University of Oxford, including specialized papers on Catalan poetry/prose and modern linguistics. She has prior teaching experience at the Universität Konstanz, Universität Zürich (2016–2019), Universitat Rovira i Virgili (2021–2023), and Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (2023–2024). Her courses emphasize grammar, translation, writing, and oral communication skills, alongside extended essay supervision in Catalan literature and linguistics. Her research trends, as seen in recent publications, prioritize Catalan syntax and language contact phenomena. She employs corpus-based methods to analyze support verbs and their synthetic correlates, with additional work on historical syntax in 19th-century Spanish in Catalonia and cross-linguistic studies of English and Romance language structures. These works collectively address morphosyntactic variation, diachronic change, and bilingualism's impact on language systems. No scientific awards are explicitly listed in the provided texts. Her advising and grants narrative reflects her focus on teaching and materials development rather than funded research projects or student supervision. She actively contributes to linguistic education through her pedagogical work and academic society involvement, shaping methodologies for heritage language instruction and multilingual contexts.

Karin DonhauserView profile

Professor

• Linguistics
• Sociolinguistics
• Register Variation
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Prof. Dr. Karin Donhauser is a Professor at the Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, affiliated with the Institut für deutsche Sprache und Linguistik. She is a core member of the Collaborative Research Center 1412 (CRC 1412) titled 'Register: Language Users’ Knowledge of Situational-Functional Variation,' which investigates register knowledge and its situational-functional factors. Her research spans theoretical and applied linguistics, integrating perspectives from variationist studies, psycholinguistics, grammatical theory, and computational methods. Her work contributes to understanding how language users deploy register-specific knowledge across contexts. The CRC 1412, launched in 2020, unites interdisciplinary approaches including phonology, typology, and historical linguistics. Donhauser collaborates extensively with scholars like Alexiadou, Egg, and Krifka, emphasizing collaborative frameworks for linguistic inquiry. Publications include foundational texts like the 2020 REALIS series entry, which synthesizes state-of-the-art register research. Her research bridges theoretical models with empirical data, addressing both synchronic and diachronic dimensions of linguistic variation.

• Linguistics
• Multilingualism
• Language Ideologies
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Albrecht Fürste is a Researcher affiliated with the Institute for German Language and Linguistics at Humboldt University of Berlin. He is involved in the project C07: The impact of language ideologies on register distinctions in multilingual contexts , which explores the intersection of sociolinguistic factors and language variation in multilingual settings. His work focuses on understanding how language ideologies shape register differences across linguistic contexts. While no specific educational background or awards are listed, his research interests emphasize sociolinguistic methodologies and the application of linguistic analysis to multilingual environments. His current project highlights contributions to understanding language use dynamics in diverse communities. No publications, grants, or advising activities are explicitly detailed in the provided information.

Valia KordoniView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Computational Linguistics
• Syntax-Semantics Interface
• Grammar Engineering
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PD Dr. phil. Valia Kordoni is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of English and American Studies at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, part of the Faculty of Philology and Literature. She specializes in computational linguistics, syntax-semantics interface, and grammar engineering, with a focus on multiword expressions, treebanking, and language technology applications. Her work bridges theoretical linguistics and applied NLP, emphasizing register analysis and cross-linguistic methodologies. Research Interests: Her research spans computational linguistics, syntax-semantics interface, grammar engineering (e.g., DeepBank project), and register analysis. She has contributed to projects like GeRMaN (German register marking) and collaborated on international initiatives such as the CRC 1412 on language register. Her work often integrates corpus linguistics, discourse analysis, and formal grammar frameworks. Articles Trends: Recent work focuses on register variation across languages, metaphor annotation, and ethical implications of AI. Earlier contributions include studies on Germanic syntax, Greek valence alternations, and treebank construction for spoken language processing. Her publications reflect a blend of theoretical innovation and practical applications in computational linguistics. Grants and Labs: She has been involved in collaborative research centers and EU-funded projects, though specific grants are not detailed here. Her work aligns with interdisciplinary teams exploring language use in situated contexts and technological applications. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the Department’s research initiatives on language technology and register studies, contributing to projects like the TraMOOC consortium for machine translation of educational content.

Tonjes VeenstraView profile

Researcher

• Linguistic Theory
• Sociolinguistics
• Language Contact
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Dr. Tonjes Veenstra is a Researcher and Research Associate at the Leibniz Centre for General Linguistics (ZAS) in Berlin, focusing on linguistic theory and sociolinguistics. He leads the DFG project A02 on speaker choice in creole communities (Bislama/Morisien) within the SFB 1412 'Register' research initiative. As a founding member of SEEPiCLA and President of IACPL, he bridges creole studies with postcolonial linguistics. Roles: Research Associate (ZAS), DFG Project Lead, IACPL President Research Focus: Syntax-morphology interfaces, sociolinguistic modeling of language variation/contact, biocultural diversity in postcolonial societies His work combines fieldwork in creole societies with theoretical insights, emphasizing the role of colonial dynamics in linguistic evolution. Key projects address Bislama (Vanuatu) and Morisien (Mauritius) variation patterns, linking grammatical innovation to social stratification. Publications span creole syntax, language contact, and biodiversity, with recent contributions on multilingualism in creole contexts. He actively engages in global academic networks, presenting at conferences like ICAME and NWAV. Labs/Teams: Involved in SFB 1412 teams and the Leibniz Research Network Biodiversity.

Adib MehrabiView profile

Lecturer

• Audio Signal Processing
• Acoustic Engineering
• Machine Listening
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Adib Mehrabi is an Honorary Lecturer in the Department of Linguistics at Queen Mary University of London and Principal Audio Researcher at Sonos Inc. His research focuses on audio signal processing, vocal imitation systems, and acoustic environment modeling. Mehrabi holds a PhD from Queen Mary University of London and has contributed extensively to spatial audio technologies, room acoustics analysis, and binaural rendering systems. His work bridges theoretical linguistics with applied audio engineering, including projects on vocal mimicry for content retrieval, multichannel audio calibration, and real-time head-tracking systems. Mehrabi's research emphasizes practical applications in smart home audio systems and perceptual audio quality assessment. Key technical contributions include room-informed binaural rendering algorithms, self-calibrating playback device systems, and phase-based acoustic parameter estimation. His publications demonstrate interdisciplinary expertise spanning signal processing, machine learning, and sociolinguistic studies of bilingual speech patterns. Advising and grants: No specific advising roles or grant information provided in source texts. Current affiliations include dual roles at Queen Mary and Sonos Inc., indicating industry-academia collaboration in audio innovation. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with Sonos' research division and Queen Mary's Linguistics department research groups focused on experimental phonetics and computational linguistics.

• Cancer Biology
• Genetics
• Inherited Diseases
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Pragna I. Patel serves as Professor of Cancer Biology in the Department of Cancer Biology at the Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, and holds the leadership role of Director of Instructional Practices and Curriculum. Previously, she was Professor in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine at USC until March 2025, following a 16-year tenure as faculty at Baylor College of Medicine from 1987 to 2003. Her educational credentials include: Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Learning Design and Technology, USC Rossier School of Education, 2019 Dr. Patel's research centers on the molecular genetics of inherited disorders including Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 1A, Friedreich ataxia, and congenital generalized hypertrichosis, with her laboratory pioneering DNA-based diagnostic tests and therapeutic development. She concurrently investigates population genetics through extensive studies of Asian Indian populations across 15 languages, examining genetic structure and the impact of endogamous marital practices. Her educational scholarship focuses on innovative pedagogy, having created USC's first asynchronous graduate course in biochemistry methods and directing active-learning master's programs. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2006-2020) reveals consistent themes in genetic mechanisms of disease, population diversity, and molecular diagnostics, with particular emphasis on congenital disorders, dental anomalies, and spinal cord pathologies. Her work bridges basic science and clinical translation through animal models and human population studies. No specific scientific awards were documented in the source material. Dr. Patel has spearheaded curricular innovation through her M.Ed.-informed development of graduate-level biochemistry methodology courses, though grant funding details remain unspecified. Her leadership in instructional design complements her laboratory research in genetic disease mechanisms. Her research laboratory employs cell culture and animal models to investigate gene regulation in inherited disorders while advancing population genetics research on Asian Indian communities, maintaining a dual focus on disease mechanism discovery and therapeutic development.

Katherine WhiteView profile

Professor

• Developmental Psychology
• Language Acquisition
• Cognitive Development
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Katherine White is a Professor specializing in developmental research, particularly focusing on infant and toddler language acquisition. She leads the Developmental Research Area and directs the Lab for Infant Development and Language. Her academic background includes a BA from Cornell University and a PhD from Brown University. Her research investigates how infants and toddlers perceive and learn speech sounds, process linguistic variability (e.g., accents, disfluencies), and integrate social cues with linguistic information. Key topics include the impact of speaker identity, visual speech cues, and sociolinguistic factors on early language development. She has pioneered studies on accent adaptation, phonological biases, and the role of disfluencies in word learning. Her work often employs large-scale collaborative projects like ManyBabies 5 to investigate universal developmental patterns. She emphasizes methodological rigor, particularly addressing experimenter identity as a confounding variable in developmental studies. The Lab for Infant Development and Language uses advanced tools like SMART-T for anticipatory eye-tracking paradigms to study real-time language processing in infants. Publications span topics from phonetic category acquisition to the sociolinguistic dimensions of childhood language use, with contributions to understanding how children navigate linguistic diversity and social context.

Gita GhiasiView profile

Assistant Professor

• R&D Mapping
• EDI in Research and Innovation
• Gender Analysis
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Gita Ghiasi is an Assistant Professor at the School of Engineering Design and Teaching Innovation (SEDTI) at the University of Ottawa, with an affiliate position as Assistant Professor at the Center for Engineering in Society, Concordia University. She holds a PhD in Industrial Engineering (Concordia University, 2018), MA in International Business (University of Warsaw, 2011), and BA in Electrical Engineering (University of Tehran, 2008). Her research focuses on the societal implications of science and technology, particularly equity-driven innovation, gender analysis in research evaluation, and open access policies. She employs metadata analysis of publications, patents, and industries to assess inclusivity in technological development and align outcomes with UN SDGs. Key themes include gender barriers in scientific rewards, geographic disparities in open access uptake, and diversity in STEM education materials. Her work has been featured in Nature , Science , and Wired , highlighting contributions to global science policy discourse. She explores strategies to integrate equity considerations into R&D frameworks and advocates for gendered innovation approaches in nanotechnology and robotics. Advising and grants: No specific advisees or grants listed in the provided text. She collaborates with interdisciplinary teams and policy stakeholders to advance equity-oriented research agendas. Her work contributes to initiatives like the Gina Cody School’s Center for Engineering in Society. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with SEDTI and the Center for Engineering in Society, focusing on engineering education innovation and societal impact assessment.

Rosey BillingtonView profile

Lecturer

• Experimental Phonetics
• Language Documentation
• Pacific Languages
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Dr Rosey Billington is a Lecturer in Linguistics at the Australian National University (ANU), affiliated with the School of Literature, Languages & Linguistics within the College of Arts and Social Sciences. She holds a PhD in Linguistics from the University of Melbourne and a BA (Hons) in Linguistics from Monash University. Her research focuses on experimental phonetics, language documentation, and sociophonetic variation in Pacific, African, and Australian languages. She has conducted extensive work on Nafsan (Vanuatu), Lopit (South Sudan), and Australian English dialects. Education: PhD in Linguistics, University of Melbourne BA (Hons) in Linguistics, Monash University Research Interests: Phonetics and phonology of Oceanic languages Language documentation and preservation Sociophonetics of English in Australia/Pacific Creole languages and language contact Phonetic typology and articulatory features Advising & Grants: Current supervisees: Shubo Li (PhD), Thomas Powell-Davies (PhD), Saurabh Nath (PhD), Amani Salman (PhD) Past supervisees: Naijing Liu (PhD), Yuchen Li (Honours), etc. Project: Strengthening Foundations in Linguistics Learning & Teaching (2023-2024) Labs & Affiliations: Former affiliation: ARC Centre of Excellence for the Dynamics of Language (Melbourne) Collaborations: University of Melbourne Phonetics Lab, Research Unit for Indigenous Language

Mairi McLaughlinView profile

Professor

• French Linguistics
• Translation Studies
• Romance Linguistics
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Mairi McLaughlin is a Professor of French at the University of California, Berkeley, with affiliations in the Linguistics Department and the Department of Italian Studies. Her primary research focuses on French/Romance Linguistics and Translation Studies, with particular attention to language-media interactions, language contact, and speech reporting mechanisms. She has held a faculty role since at least 2023 and is based in Dwinelle Hall on the Berkeley campus. Her current projects include a monograph on the evolution of French press language from 1631–1789, and a critical digital edition of Urbain Domergue’s Journal de la langue françoise (1784–1795). This digital edition contributes to Garnier’s Corpus des Remarques sur la langue française , with plans for a parallel print publication. Her work bridges historical linguistics, media studies, and translation theory, emphasizing diachronic analysis of language in institutional contexts like journalism and academic commentary. Research themes prominently include syntactic borrowing in translated texts, the sociolinguistics of historical press discourse, and the role of translation in shaping linguistic structures. Her articles frequently address 18th-century language practices, gendered language representation in historical texts, and methodological advancements in corpus-based translation studies. No scientific awards are explicitly listed in her profile. She advises no named students in the provided materials and holds no listed grants. Her academic activities are centered in the Division of Arts & Humanities, reflecting interdisciplinary engagement across French, Italian, and Linguistics departments.

Elizabeth MartinView profile

Professor

• Cross-Cultural Business Communication
• Code-Mixing in Advertising
• Global Marketing Strategies
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Elizabeth Martin is a Professor in the Department of World Languages and Literatures at California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB), where she has taught since 2007. She previously held faculty positions at Georgetown University, George Washington University, and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. As Faculty Coordinator for the French program and CSU International Programs representative, she focuses on fostering cross-cultural competence through language education and study abroad opportunities. Her research emphasizes cross-cultural business communication, code-mixing in advertising, and multilingual marketing strategies. Key interests include global marketing localization, sociolinguistic aspects of advertising, and language policy in Francophone contexts. She has published extensively on topics such as linguistic hybridity in French advertising, Quebec sociocultural strategies, and multilingual web content adaptation. Her work bridges academia and industry, advocating for culturally sensitive advertising practices that respect linguistic diversity. Awards and fellowships are not explicitly listed in the provided materials, but her contributions to language education and global marketing research are widely recognized. She actively collaborates with international institutions to design programs addressing global consumer needs. Elizabeth Martin’s teaching philosophy integrates real-world applications, using advertising case studies to engage students in exploring language, culture, and business dynamics. She advises on international programs and promotes student involvement in global initiatives, reflecting her commitment to preparing future professionals for multicultural workplaces.

Barbara LeMasterView profile

Professor

• Linguistic Anthropology
• Medical Anthropology
• Sociolinguistics
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Barbara LeMaster is a Professor in Anthropology and Linguistics at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB), affiliated with the Department of Anthropology. Her work bridges linguistic anthropology, sociolinguistics, and cultural studies, with a focus on Deaf communities, gender dynamics, and educational language policies. Education: Bachelor’s (1979): Double major in Linguistics & Anthropology, U.C. Berkeley Master’s (1983): Anthropology, UCLA Ph.D. (1990): Anthropology, UCLA Postdoctoral Fellowship (1994): Medical Anthropology at UCLA’s Department of Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences Research Interests: Dr. LeMaster examines the intersection of language, power, and identity. Key themes include: Cultural and gender identity formation in marginalized groups Social control mechanisms in unequal relationships Impact of education policies on linguistic and cultural practices Sign language variation and Deaf community dynamics Gender socialization in educational settings Publications: Her work spans linguistic anthropology and applied linguistics, with notable contributions to understanding language contraction in Irish Deaf communities, gendered discourse in preschool settings, and the sociolinguistics of American Sign Language. Recent trends emphasize ethnographic analysis of communication practices in cultural and institutional contexts. Teaching: She teaches courses ranging from introductory linguistics to advanced seminars in medical anthropology, sociolinguistics, and cultural anthropology. Notable courses include 'Language and Gender' and 'Seminar in Ethnography of Communication.' Labs/Teams: While no specific lab is mentioned, her research engages with Deaf communities, schools, and medical anthropology collaborations.