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Dr. Frank Savelsberg serves as a Research Associate at the Seminar for Romance Philology and the Center for Medieval and Early Modern Research at Georg-August-Universität Göttingen. His office is located in SRP 1.221 at Humboldtallee 19, D-37073 Göttingen, with office hours scheduled for Wednesdays 9:00-10:00 a.m. during the winter semester 2025/26 by prior registration. Dr. Savelsberg's research focuses on the linguistic history of Sephardic Jews, specializing in Judeo-Spanish language development from the Middle Ages to contemporary usage. His work examines language contact phenomena, historical lexicography, and sociolinguistic variation within Sephardic communities across different historical periods and geographical locations. He investigates how historical experiences of Sephardic speakers have shaped linguistic structures, with particular attention to medical glossaries, inquisition archives, rabbinic responsa, and recordings of contemporary speakers. His recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward collaborative, interdisciplinary scholarship at the intersection of Jewish studies and linguistic research. The 2024 edited volume explores synchronic and diachronic studies of Sephardic languages, while the 2023 manual provides comprehensive reference work on Judaeo-Romance linguistics. His research addresses crucial issues including language contact effects on linguistic structures, norm possibilities for polycentric languages, and the relationship between lexicon and speech community vitality. Dr. Savelsberg has established significant scholarly collaborations, particularly with Laura Minervini and Guido Mensching, resulting in major reference works in the field of Judaeo-Romance linguistics. His editorial work has facilitated important contributions from international scholars examining diverse aspects of Sephardic linguistic heritage.

• Judeo-Spanish Linguistics
• Sephardic Jewish Language History
• Romance Philology
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Dr. Markus Tönjes is a Researcher at the Department of German Philology, University of Göttingen, where he has served as Head of Department Administration since 2020. His career spans roles as an Analyst/Linguist in IT, Research Assistant in psycholinguistics, and contributor to DFG-funded projects on language acquisition in hearing-impaired children and language in dementia. PhD (2012) in German Linguistics, focusing on reference in dementia patients. Magister Artium (2006) in German Language and Literature, Communications Research, and Phonetics. His research integrates Linguistics with Artificial Intelligence , emphasizing formal semantics and NLP . He explores phonology , morphology , and syntax in hearing-impaired children, language and dementia , and empirical methods . His publications and lectures highlight interdisciplinary work with Star Trek linguistics and forensic authorship analysis . Recent publications and presentations focus on phonological processes , orthographic norms , language in aging , and cross-linguistic syntax . He supervises BA and MA theses on topics like Kiezdeutsch , orthographic competence , and aphasia , reflecting his broad methodology in empirical linguistics. Key supervised works: Lara Meyer (2023): "Prototypical Sprecher des Kurzdeutschen?" Laura Gleixner (2023): "Bilingualism and Cognitive Reserve" Anna Katharina Baumgartl (2024): "Aphasie: Schweigen oder Leben"

• Linguistics
• Phonetics
• Phonology
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Christopher Gabriel (* 30 September 1967) is a German linguist specializing in Romance studies. He currently holds a W3 professorship in Romance Linguistics (Spanish and French) at the Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz , following prior roles as a lecturer and professor at the University of Hamburg and a research assistant at the University of Osnabrück. Education: Technical University of Berlin (doctorate), Hannover University of Music and Theatre, Berlin University of the Arts Research interests center on the interplay between phonology and syntax , particularly in Spanish and French, with a focus on generative syntax , phonetic analysis , and Romance linguistic structures . His habilitation at the University of Osnabrück (2006) formalized his expertise in these areas. Trends in publications highlight his contributions to Romance phonetics , phonology , and generative syntax , often addressing cross-linguistic comparisons and educational frameworks for Romance languages. Scientific awards : Graduate Scholarship (State of Berlin) Current affiliations include the University Mainz and active participation in linguistic research networks. His work bridges theoretical and applied approaches to Romance languages.

• Phonology
• Syntax
• Romance Linguistics
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Yuki Asano is an Associate Professor at Hokkaido University, holding a full-time faculty position since 2019. Her research centers on psycholinguistics, examining how language and music experience shapes speech perception and production through experimental methodologies including eye-tracking and EEG. Her academic background includes: PhD in Linguistics from University of Konstanz, Germany (2016) Master's in Foreign Language Education from Ruhr-University Bochum, Germany (2010) Bachelor's in German and Japanese Linguistics from Tokyo University of Foreign Studies (2007) Asano investigates sound structure acquisition, linguistic information storage/access, working memory dependence on acquired languages, and cross-linguistic influences on speech/music perception. Her methodological expertise spans psycholinguistic behavioral experiments, statistical analysis using R, and experimental design for language research. Her publication portfolio demonstrates interdisciplinary integration of linguistics, psychology, and statistics, with recurring themes in non-native speech processing, phonetic contrasts, and language testing frameworks. Scientific recognition includes: Jung Fellow at Akademie der Wissenschaft und Literatur, Mainz (2016) She teaches advanced courses in Experimental Methodology, Statistics, Speech Perception, Language and Music Acquisition, and Language Testing Theory, emphasizing hands-on data analysis and academic writing skills.

• Psycholinguistics
• Speech Perception
• Phonetics
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PD Dr. Peter-Arnold Mumm serves as scientific staff at the Institute for Phonetics and Speech Processing (IPS) within Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU). Holding the academic title of Privatdozent (PD), he possesses habilitation-level qualifications enabling independent teaching and research supervision in phonetics. His office is located in room 132 at Schellingstr. 3/II (VG), Munich, with regular office hours on Thursdays from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. His research centers on experimental phonetics and speech processing, focusing on acoustic analysis of speech sounds, speech recognition systems, and articulatory modeling. This work bridges theoretical linguistics with applied speech technology, contributing to understanding human speech production mechanisms and developing computational speech analysis tools. Key methodologies include spectrographic analysis, prosody measurement, and corpus-based studies of phonetic variation. As a Privatdozent, Dr. Mumm participates in graduate supervision and advanced seminars at LMU, though specific student details are unlisted. The Institute for Phonetics and Speech Processing provides core infrastructure for acoustic analysis, but no dedicated laboratory under his direction is referenced. Prospective students should contact him directly regarding current research projects and supervision capacity.

• Phonetics
• Speech Processing
• Acoustic Linguistics
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Marit Beyer is a distinguished voice artist and lecturer at the Institute for the Art of Speech at the Stuttgart University of Music and Performing Arts, where she has been teaching since 2015. She studied at both the Stuttgart State University of Music and Performing Arts and the St. Petersburg State Theatre Academy, establishing a strong foundation for her multifaceted career in speech performance and interpretation. Her expertise spans voice artistry, speech performance, and literary interpretation, with particular specialization in German language narration and emotional character portrayal. Beyer's work bridges the gap between academic speech training and professional performance, bringing scholarly precision to her artistic interpretations of literary works. Beyer's extensive performance history includes appearances at major venues such as the Konzerthaus Berlin, Laeiszhalle Hamburg, Cologne Philharmonic, Vienna Konzerthaus, and numerous literature houses across Germany. Her work has been featured by major broadcasters including ARTE, SWR, WDR, ZDF, and 3sat, particularly in cultural programs like 'Kulturzeit' and 'Tracks: The Magazine for Pop Culture'. Longlist German Audiobook Prize (2015, 2016, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023) hr2 audiobook bestseller list (1st place in 2017 and 2018) Audiobook of the Week recognition from BR and WDR across multiple years (2015-2023) 2010 Junge Ohren Prize 2023 AKI Audio Seal Beyer maintains an active performance schedule with upcoming appearances at the Stuttgart Literature Festival, International Animation Film Festival, and various cultural institutions throughout 2024-2025. Her work extends beyond traditional narration to include audio guides for museums like the Richard Wagner Museum Bayreuth and Kunsthalle Mannheim, demonstrating the breadth of her application of speech artistry.

• Voice Artistry
• Speech Performance
• Audiobook Narration
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Takayo Ishizawa is a Lecturer in Japanese Studies at the University of Trier, Department II. She has held teaching positions at multiple institutions, including the University of Mainz (since 1998), Rhein-Main University of Applied Sciences (since 2000), and the University of Bonn (since 2004). From April 2015 to March 2017, she lectured at Goethe University Frankfurt am Main. 1996: BA in Cultural History from Dôshisha University, Kyôto 2003: MA in Comparative Linguistics from the University of Mainz Her research and teaching focus on the phonetics and phonology of the Japanese language, comparative linguistics, and language pedagogy. She has taught Japanese language classes and conducted linguistic seminars, particularly emphasizing phonetic analysis. She operates from Room B112 at the University of Trier, with consultation hours by appointment via email. She also contributes to administrative tasks at the Japanese Studies Department, including assignment registration deadlines and academic guidance.

• Phonetics
• Phonology
• Japanese Linguistics
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Sabine Arndt-Lappe is a Professor of English Linguistics at the University of Trier , Germany. She previously held research positions at the Universities of Marburg, Siegen, and Düsseldorf. As a structural linguist, her work bridges empirical and theoretical approaches to morphology and phonology. Research Focus : Variation and productivity in English lexicon, formal and semantic aspects of word-formation, prosodic morphology, analogy-based and usage-based grammatical models, computational analogical modeling, and Optimality Theory. Projects : Leads the DFG-funded AdvAnTheMorph project (2025–2028) and co-leads the DFG-ANR ERSaF project (2022–2025). Spokesperson for the Trier Center for Language and Communication research group on Patterns/Musterhaftigkeit (2020–2023). Publications span topics like name blending, stress assignment in English verbs, clipping mechanisms, affix rivalry, and cross-linguistic morphological analysis. Her work employs computational models (e.g., Naive Discriminative Learning) and corpus-based methodologies. Editorial Contributions : Editor-in-Chief of Morphology (2022–present), former Editor of Journal of Linguistics (2017–2021), and editorial board member for multiple journals including English Language and Linguistics and Journal of Linguistics . Teaching includes courses like LING 101: Introduction to Linguistic Studies , LING 801: Words in the Mind , and LING 804: Statistics for Linguists . She also mentors doctoral candidates and supervises software development for morphological research (e.g., M2E - Morph2Excel ).

• Linguistics
• Morphology
• Phonology
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Katharina Schuch is a researcher at the Department of Linguistics, College II, Trier University. She joined the department in February 2025, following the completion of her M.Ed. in English, Philosophy, and Educational Studies in 2024. Currently, she works on the project "Advancing Analogical Theory in Morphology" (advnthemorph.uni-trier.de) while completing her PhD thesis under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Sabine Arndt-Lappe. Research Focus: Analogical Theory, Mental Lexicon, Morphophonology, and Interplay between Music Perception and L2 Sound Discrimination. Education: M.Ed. in English, Philosophy, and Educational Studies (2024). Projects: English Root Stress (ersaf.uni-trier.de) and Advancing Analogical Theory in Morphology (advnthemorph.uni-trier.de).

• Analogical Theory
• The Mental Lexicon
• Individual Differences in Language Acquisition, Production and Perception
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Carol Ebbert-Hübner is a Lecturer at the Department of English Studies, specializing in language teaching and academic writing instruction. She has taught courses such as LANG 201 (Academic Writing), LANG 302 (Advanced Grammar), and LANG 401 (North American Culture Studies) since joining in April 2010. Her expertise includes translation, phonetics, and speculative fiction writing. BA in German and History from Western Washington University MA in English and History from the University of Trier State-certified translator with freelance experience Her research interests focus on English language pedagogy, cultural studies, and creative writing frameworks. She has extensive experience in teaching both undergraduate and graduate courses in these domains.

• Language Teaching
• Grammar Translation
• US Cultural Studies
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Prof. Dr. Marion Schulte serves as Professor of Linguistics at the Department of English and American Studies within the Faculty of Philosophy at the University of Rostock, where she holds the Chair of Linguistics at the Institute of English and American Studies (IAA). Her academic credentials include: PhD in English Linguistics from Bielefeld University (2014) for research on "The Semantics of Derivational Morphology: A Synchronic and Diachronic Investigation of the Suffixes –age and –ery in English" Habilitation at Bielefeld University (2020) titled "Sociophonetics of Dublin English: Phonetic Realisation and Sociopragmatic Variation" 1. Staatsexamen (Gymnasiallehramt) in English and Music from the University of Siegen (2010) Her research integrates sociolinguistic frameworks with phonetic analysis , specializing in dialectal variation in Dublin English and diachronic morphosemantic evolution. She examines how social identity shapes phonetic realization through empirical fieldwork, while her historical morphology studies bridge synchronic usage patterns with etymological development. This dual focus positions her work at the intersection of theoretical linguistics and community-based language variation studies. Professional appointments include postdoctoral research at Bielefeld University (2014-2021) and a Visiting Scholar position at University College Dublin (2016), establishing her expertise in Irish English varieties and morphological theory.

• Sociolinguistics
• Phonetics
• Sociophonetics
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Konstantin Sering is a researcher at the University of Tübingen within the Faculty of Philosophy, specifically working at the Seminar for Linguistics as part of the Quantitative Linguistics group. His academic journey bridges physics and psychology with computational linguistics, culminating in his 2023 PhD thesis on the PAULE (Predictive Articulatory speech synthesis Utilizing Lexical Embeddings) model. He maintains active collaborations with the Cognitive Modeling Group led by Martin V. Butz and the Quantitative Linguistics Group led by Harald Baayen. Sering's research interests center on the computational modeling of human speech production, with particular focus on the articulatory aspects of language. He approaches spoken language from the perspective of computer-aided modeling and simulation, extending the VocalTractLab model to produce spontaneous human speech. His work emphasizes the information-bearing nature of language over its meaning-bearing aspects, investigating how language signals contextual states and conditions. He combines artificial neural networks with predictive forward approaches to model vocal tract control parameters across multiple target spaces, including meaning and acoustic representations. Analysis of Sering's publication record reveals a consistent trajectory in articulatory speech synthesis and quantitative linguistics. His work demonstrates increasing sophistication in modeling the human speech apparatus, with recent publications focusing on improving the PAULE model through speech/non-speech classification, somatosensory feedback integration, and benchmarking methodologies. His research spans both theoretical computational linguistics and practical applications, with strong connections to cognitive science and psycholinguistics. The publications show interdisciplinary collaboration across linguistics, computer science, and cognitive psychology. Sering actively contributes to the academic community through teaching and software development. He has taught courses including Introduction to Psycholinguistics, Physics of Human Speech Production, and seminars on Predictive Articulatory Speech Synthesis. As software author and maintainer, he has developed several important tools for the field: Articubench (an articulatory speech synthesis benchmark), PAULE (his namesake speech synthesis model), create_vtl_corpus, and contributions to pyndl and other packages. His technical expertise spans Python, R, and specialized instrumentation for speech analysis. Based in room 188 at Keplerstr. 2 in Tübingen, Sering maintains an active research program with regular publications and software releases since 2013. His work environment benefits from the resources of the University of Tübingen's linguistics infrastructure and collaborative opportunities across disciplines.

• Quantitative Linguistics
• Speech Production
• Articulatory Speech Synthesis
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