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Brita Wårvik is a Professor in the Department of Languages at Åbo Akademi University, affiliated with the Faculty of Humanities, Psychology and Theology. She holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Phil. Dr.) from the same institution, awarded in 2013, and has been actively contributing to linguistic research for decades. Doctor of Philosophy (Phil. Dr.), Åbo Akademi University, 2013 Her research centers on discourse analysis, pragmatics, and historical English linguistics, with a particular focus on Early Modern and Medieval English texts. She investigates discourse interaction, textual structures, and pragmatic conservatism in religious prose, often employing corpus-based and textual analysis methods. Her work bridges micro and macro perspectives in discourse, exploring how semantic units contribute to broader text worlds. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a consistent trajectory in historical discourse studies, with increasing emphasis on corpus linguistics, manuscript variation, and the evolution of discourse markers. Her editorial work, such as the 2024 volume Structures in Discourse , highlights her leadership in synthesizing interdisciplinary perspectives on language use. Scientific Awards: Teacher of the Year (2001) ÅAU Student Union's Rose (2007) Brita Wårvik actively supervises and mentors academic visitors and collaborators, as seen in her hosting of scholars like Carmen Lee and Lieselotte Anderwald. She is the coordinator of the ongoing Project ICLE (International Corpus of Learner English) , securing research continuity and international collaboration. Her involvement in organizing workshops, such as the ICLE+30 FI-subcorpus Workshop in 2024, underscores her role in fostering academic exchange. In terms of research infrastructure, she is deeply embedded in the ICLE network, contributing to the development of learner language corpora. Her activities reflect strong international collaborations, particularly in the fields of historical linguistics and discourse studies, with a visible presence in both research and academic community-building.

• Discourse Analysis
• Pragmatics
• Historical Linguistics
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Katariina Holma is a Professor and Dean of Research at the University of Oulu's Faculty of Education and Psychology, specializing in the philosophy of education, democratic education, and the philosophy of science. She has held academic positions at the Universities of Helsinki, Tampere, and Eastern Finland, and was a visiting scholar at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Her research focuses on citizenship education, democratic practices, and the integration of philosophical pragmatism into educational frameworks. Holma leads a Research Council of Finland-funded consortium on democratic education (deliberate.fi) and has secured over €2.5 million in grants from institutions like the Academy of Finland and Kone Foundation. Her educational background includes a Ph.D. from the University of Helsinki. Key research interests include education for democracy, critical thinking, and interdisciplinary approaches to citizenship. She has supervised seven doctoral theses, including works on critical thinking, Deweyan intelligence, and Gadamerian hermeneutics. Holma is affiliated with the Philosophy of Education for Democracy and Theory and Philosophy of Education Research Group (TheorEd). Recent publications emphasize democratic social practices, rethinking educational ideals through Paul Hirst’s philosophy, and pragmatic frameworks for citizenship in sub-Saharan Africa. Her work bridges theoretical philosophy with practical educational methodologies, addressing contemporary challenges in global citizenship and moral development.

• Philosophy of Education
• Education for Democracy
• Philosophy of Science
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Sandra Reimann is a Professor of German Philology at the University of Oulu's Faculty of Humanities, leading the German Language and Culture department. She holds a habilitation in linguistic studies of online self-help communication and has held visiting professorships at institutions like Karl Franzens University in Graz. Her career includes roles at the University of Regensburg since 2001 and radio journalism since 1992. Her research focuses on applied linguistics, media communication, business communication (including advertising), and health communication. She investigates technical language in medicine/psychology, emotional linguistics, digital corpus analysis, and interdisciplinary communication challenges. Key projects include leading the Regensburg Advertising Research Archive and exploring sustainability messaging in cross-cultural contexts. Reimann's recent work examines gender language in job advertisements, sustainability communication strategies, and online health information quality. Her publications span 40+ years of advertising analysis, from historical radio spots to modern digital campaigns. She contributes to both academic conferences and practitioner-oriented research through the Regensburger Verbund für Werbeforschung network. Her professional service includes roles as spokesperson for the Regensburg Advertising Research Network and oversees the advertising archives. Though no formal awards are listed, her extensive research collaborations across European universities highlight her disciplinary influence. She actively bridges academic and corporate sectors through applied linguistic studies in branding, health communication, and technical language mediation.

• Applied Linguistics
• Media Communication
• Business Communication
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Sami Pihlström is a Professor of Philosophy of Religion at the Faculty of Theology, University of Helsinki, since 2014. He serves as the Supervisor for the Doctoral Programme in Theology and Religious Studies and holds a Docent title in Theoretical Philosophy at the University of Helsinki. Doctorate (FT/PhD) in Theoretical Philosophy, University of Helsinki (1996) Philosophy Licentiate (FL/Phil.Lic.), University of Helsinki (1994) Master’s (FK/MA) in Theoretical Philosophy, University of Helsinki (1993) Additional Docent titles in Philosophy (University of Turku, 1998; Axiology and Philosophical Anthropology, University of Eastern Finland, 2000) Pihlström’s research spans philosophy of religion, pragmatism, transcendental arguments, and ethical finitude. His work critiques theodicies through a pragmatist lens, explores naturalism’s limitations, and addresses mortality’s philosophical implications. He integrates American Pragmatism with European traditions, focusing on realism, humanism, and antitheodicy. His recent projects include the Secular Theodicies – A Pragmatist Critique (2024–2028, funded by the Research Council of Finland) and collaborative research on mortality and religious recognition. He has led international research networks and hosted sabbatical grants from the Finnish Foundations’ Professorial Pool and the Alfred Kordelin Foundation. Young scholar’s essay prizes (1998) Textbook prize (2001) University of Kentucky philosophy essay prize (2004) Vuoden Märsky alumnus of the year (2018) University of Helsinki Faculty of Theology teacher of the year (2019) Lifetime memberships: Academia Europaea (2015-), Institut International de Philosophie (2016-), Finnish Academy of Science and Letters (2017-), Finnish Society of Sciences and Letters (2020-) As Director of the Helsinki Collegium for Advanced Studies (2009–2015) and the Doctoral Programme in Theology and Religious Studies (2018–2021), Pihlström has mentored 20 doctoral graduates and numerous MA/BA students. His grants include Academy of Finland Postdoctoral Fellowship (1999–2002) and Argumenta Project (2011–2013). He contributes to academic governance as Chair of the Research Council for Culture and Society (Academy of Finland, 2019–2021) and editorial leadership for journals like Ajatus and Sats .

• Philosophy of Religion
• Pragmatism
• Theology
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Corrado Piroddi is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Tampere University's Faculty of Social Sciences and Health Sciences. His research focuses on socio-philosophical and bioethical issues related to vaccine trade agreements, health equity, and pandemic governance. He holds a PhD in Social Ontology from Tampere University (2020), supervised by Prof. Arto Laitinen and Dr. Onni Hirvonen. His work bridges critical theory, social philosophy, and bioethics, emphasizing frameworks rooted in care and cooperation. Current Project: Examines vaccine equity and sustainability through a care/cooperation lens, funded by the Wihuri Foundation. Previous Postdoc: Explored pandemic ethics and health justice using recognition theory. Collaborations: Works with TIPU unit led by Prof. Meri Koivusalo. Research Interests: Public Health Ethics Critical Theory of Social Systems Vaccine Distribution Policies Societal Pathologies Analysis Recognition Dynamics in Social Conflict Publications Trends: Focus on pandemic ethics, social inequality mechanisms, and comparative social theory (Bourdieu/Honneth). His work critiques systemic structures causing health inequities and proposes alternatives. Awards: Graduation Award (2021) from Tampere University Foundation. Grants: Finnish Cultural Foundation, Gyllenberg Foundation, Wihuri Foundation. Labs/Teams: Part of TIPU unit's interdisciplinary health policy research cluster.

• Bioethics
• Critical Theory
• Social Ontology
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Professor Jaana Kolu works at the University of Eastern Finland within the School of Humanities . Her research focuses on language contact , translanguaging , bilingualism , and youth language in the Tornedalen region along the Swedish-Finnish border. She has contributed extensively to studies on multilingual practices in minority language contexts, particularly through her work on the Meänkieli language and its sociolinguistic dynamics. Key Research Themes Translanguaging in border communities Code-switching among bilingual youth Language policies for minority languages Discourse analysis of identity performance Historical language contact patterns Notable Publications Svenskan i Finland 20 (2024) – comprehensive edited volume Translingual Practices and Identity (2023) – book chapter Meänkieli in the Media (2023) – journal article Kolu's work bridges theoretical sociolinguistics with practical language education initiatives, including early Swedish language integration in teacher training. She actively engages with Meänraatio , a minority language radio channel, to study real-world multilingual communication strategies.

• Bilingualism
• Code-switching
• Language contact
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Johanna Vaattovaara is a Professor of Finnish Language and Sociolinguistics at Tampere University’s Faculty of Information Technology and Communication Sciences. She leads the Degree Programme in Languages and serves on the boards of the Research Centre PLURAL and Tampere University’s Education Council. Her work bridges sociolinguistics, language pedagogy, and citizen science, focusing on language variation, language awareness, and the sociocultural dimensions of linguistic change. Education and Qualifications: Docent in Finnish Language (University of Helsinki, 2014) Broad-based Teacher Qualification in University Pedagogy (2015) Research Interests: Language ideologies, dialect perception, Finnish language change, educational sociolinguistics, science communication, and exploratory practice methodologies. Recent projects include studying language awareness among healthcare professionals, dialect variation in Helsinki, and citizen-driven linguistic research through platforms like the 'Murremyytin murtajat' podcast. Key Projects: LANGAWARE (2023–2025): Societal awareness of linguistic variation funded by Kone Foundation EPSULA (2023–2025): EU-funded educational platform for cultural diversity in Latin America Tracing indexicalization of the 'Helsinki s' phonetic feature Awards: 2007 Article Prize for study on urban dialect attitudes 2009 Doctoral Thesis Award from Suomalais-ugrilainen Seura Grants and Advising: Lead investigator of projects on university pedagogy and digital language learning environments. Supervises research on multilingual professionals and language policy in healthcare contexts. Active in interdisciplinary collaborations, including the DARE consortium on language awareness in professional reflection. Labs/Teams: Research Centre PLURAL (Multidisciplinary Research Centre for Languages and Cultures) and the multidisciplinary DDL (Digitally-Mediated Language) consortium.

• Sociolinguistics
• Language Awareness
• Finnish Language in Change
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Liz Marsden is a Postdoctoral Researcher in English Linguistics at the Faculty of Arts, Psychology and Theology, Åbo Akademi University, Finland. She holds a PhD in Pragmatics from the University of Huddersfield (2019) and has completed additional training in Digital Didaktik (2022) and Sketch Engine tools (2023). Her research focuses on pragmatics, digital discourse, and computer-mediated communication. Current affiliation: Åbo Akademi University Role: Postdoctoral Researcher Department: Languages Her work spans subfields like Reddit discourse , WeChat communication , and stancetaking in multimodal environments . Recent projects include analyzing GIF reply posts and Twitter interactions. She contributes extensively to peer-review for journals like New Media and Society and Discourse, Context and Media .

• Pragmatics
• Digital Discourse
• Computer-Mediated Communication
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Daria Dayter is an Associate Professor of English Linguistics at Tampere University, Finland, within the Faculty of Information Technology and Communication Sciences and the Language Studies department. She specializes in discourse analysis, pragmatics, and sociolinguistics with a focus on digital communication, forensic linguistics, and the intersection of language and power. Previously, she held positions at the University of Basel (Switzerland) and the University of Bayreuth (Germany), where she earned her PhD (2014) and habilitation (2021). Her research explores digital discourse in social media and online environments, including studies on pick-up artists’ language, persuasive communication in the attention economy, and forensic linguistic analysis of police interviews. She co-founded the research groups OSSO (Online Selves - Self Online) and copRe (Communicative Practices on Reddit) and directs the PLURAL research center at Tampere University. Her work combines corpus linguistics with qualitative methods, notably analyzing large datasets from platforms like Twitter and Reddit. Key themes include pragmatic variation online, self-praise in digital contexts, and the ethical dimensions of researching controversial communities. She serves as Editor-in-Chief of Pragmatics & Society and has contributed editorial roles to Target: International Journal for Translation Studies and Discourse Studies . Dayter has advised PhD and postdoctoral researchers on topics related to discourse analysis and digital English. Her research groups and academic leadership roles reflect her commitment to advancing interdisciplinary approaches to language studies. She remains active in professional associations such as the International Pragmatics Association and the Finnish Association for Applied Linguistics.

• Digital Discourse
• Discourse Analysis
• Pragmatics
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Martin Gill is an Academic Lecturer in the Faculty of Humanities, Psychology and Theology, specifically affiliated with the unit of Culture, History and Philosophy. His research lies at the intersection of applied linguistics, discourse analysis, and media studies, with a focus on populist rhetoric, authenticity, and public discourse in digital environments. Academic Lecturer, PhD Faculty of Humanities, Psychology and Theology Culture, History and Philosophy ORCID: 0009-0001-3648-978X His research interests include discourse analysis, pragmatics, media discourse, and the ideological dimensions of language, particularly in online political debates and tabloid media. He investigates how authenticity is constructed in populist communication, especially through 'below the line' comments in pro-Brexit British tabloids. His work integrates sociolinguistic and critical discourse frameworks to analyze power, identity, and ideology in public communication. The recent publications of Martin Gill reflect a consistent and evolving engagement with discourse in new media, Brexit, and political rhetoric. His 2024 contributions include chapters on hypocrisy and populism, and vernacular voices in the public sphere, as well as co-editing a volume on discourse structures. These works emphasize discourse interaction, adaptability in digital communication, and rhetorical dynamics, showcasing a strong thematic coherence across time. Martin Gill has no listed scientific awards in the provided text. Martin Gill is actively engaged in research and publication, with no indication of advising students in the provided data. He has not received any listed grants, but his peer-reviewed publications in high-quality series such as Pragmatics and Beyond New Series suggest active scholarly contributions. His editorial roles indicate leadership in academic discourse. Martin Gill is involved in collaborative research networks focused on discourse and pragmatics, as seen in his co-edited volume. His work connects with broader academic communities in applied linguistics and media studies, particularly through conference proceedings and interdisciplinary publications.

• Applied Linguistics
• Discourse Analysis
• Pragmatics
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Debopam Das is a University Lecturer in the Department of English Language and Literature at Åbo Akademi University, Finland, and holds a Docent position in English Discourse Analysis at the University of Turku. Previously, he was a postdoctoral researcher at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin (2018-2023) and University of Potsdam (2016-2018). Education: PhD in Linguistics, Simon Fraser University (2009-2014) Master's in Linguistics, University of Calcutta (2004-2007) Bachelor of Arts in English, University of Calcutta (2000-2004) Research Focus: Specializes in discourse analysis, corpus linguistics, and lexicography. Primary interests include: Discourse relations signaling and continuity Corpus development/annotation for discourse studies Cross-linguistic analysis of relative clauses in L2 learners Lexicon development for discourse connectives Collaborations & Resources: Leads the ICLE-RC project on learner English with Dr. Izabela Czerniak. Developed key linguistic resources including: RST Signaling Corpus DiMLex-Eng/Bangla lexicons RST Continuity Corpus

• Discourse Analysis
• Corpus Linguistics
• Lexicography
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Sanna-Kaisa Tanskanen serves as Professor in the Department of Languages at the University of Helsinki and acts as Supervisor for the Doctoral Programme in Language Studies. Her academic profile centers on applied linguistics, discourse studies, and internet pragmatics, with significant contributions to understanding spoken, written, and digital discourse. Her research interests focus on the intersection of language use and digital communication, particularly examining how linguistic structures function in online environments. Tanskanen investigates lexical cohesion in digital spaces, metapragmatic acts in online forums, and the convergence and controversy patterns in digital discourses. Her work bridges theoretical linguistics with practical applications in language education, especially concerning L2 speech and language teaching methodologies. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong trajectory toward digital discourse analysis, with increasing emphasis on social media platforms like YouTube, discussion forums, and other interactive digital spaces. Her research demonstrates sophisticated methodological approaches to analyzing online interaction patterns, with particular attention to how speakers navigate controversy and establish coherence in digital communication. Tanskanen actively supervises MA and PhD theses while teaching advanced courses on applied linguistic methodology, L2 spoken interaction, and internet pragmatics. She serves as review editor for Internet Pragmatics and sits on the editorial board of Discourse, Context & Media , demonstrating significant scholarly leadership in her field. Her current research projects include leading the 'Kielitaidon tasot - Language Proficiency of Advanced Learners' initiative and co-leading the 'Exploring the Role of Virtual Reality in Language Learning' project (2024-2028), which investigates how simulated classrooms and AI chatbots can enhance multilingual identity and intercultural competence in Finnish secondary schools.

• Applied Linguistics
• Discourse Studies
• Internet Pragmatics
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Vesa Tiitola is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Faculty of Management and Business , Tampere University , specializing in Industrial Engineering and Management . His research focuses on management accounting development, customer value assessment, and digital transformation in service systems. Doctor of Science (Technology), Industrial Management (2025, Tampere University) Master of Science (Technology), Industrial Management (2018, Tampere University) Bachelor of Science (Technology), Industrial Management (2014, Tampere University) His work explores value-in-use creation through digital healthcare technologies, ecological sustainability integration, and pragmatic constructivist methodologies. Current research examines: Reservitization in homecare services Interorganizational management accounting Discourse analysis of digital transformation Stakeholder dynamics in value co-creation Technology-driven business models SDG-aligned service systems Recent publications analyze trends in: 2025: Prescription medication dispensing in homecare 2024: Business feasibility-sustainability alignment 2023: Digital healthcare value assessment 2022: AI-enhanced competitiveness frameworks 2020: Interventionist research methodologies Active in conference presentations and journal reviewing, Tiitola collaborates with: Prof. Timo Laine Prof. Tero Korhonen Dr. Juha Lyly-Yrjänäinen Dr. Mari Tkaczyk Dr. Prakash Thakuri Prof. Jari Holmström He contributes to: Cost Management Center (CMC) research unit NewBI5 and KARHU projects European Conference on Research Methodology Journal of Medical Internet Research peer-review

• Management Accounting
• Customer Value
• Value-in-use
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Alexandre Nikolaev is a University Lecturer in General Linguistics at the School of Humanities, University of Eastern Finland. His research focuses on morphological complexity, paradigmatic defectivity in inflectional systems, and cognitive approaches to language structure. Key methodologies include corpus analysis, behavioral experiments, and computational modeling. Affiliation: University of Eastern Finland Research Areas: Morphology, Corpus Linguistics, Psycholinguistics, Neurolinguistics Prominent Research Themes: Paradigmatic defectivity as dynamic systems rather than static gaps Cognitive load in inflectional choice production Interaction of corpus frequency and subjective acceptability ratings Comparative analysis of Finnish, Czech, and Russian inflectional patterns Methodological Expertise: Network analysis, mixed-effects modeling, optimal string alignment techniques, cross-linguistic corpus studies, multi-lab collaboration frameworks. No scientific awards or student advising details were explicitly mentioned in the provided text.

• Corpus Linguistics
• Morphology
• Neurolinguistics
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Rigina Ajanki-Forslund is a University Lecturer at the University of Helsinki, affiliated with the Department of Finnish, Finno-Ugrian and Scandinavian Studies within the Faculty of Arts. Her research focuses on Finno-Ugric languages, particularly the Mordvinic languages (Erzya and Moksha), Finnish, and their morphosyntactic structures. She specializes in topics such as nominal predication, case systems, historical linguistics, and language typology. Her work involves descriptive linguistics, language documentation, and comparative studies of Uralic languages. She has contributed to projects like the descriptive grammar of Mordvin languages and studies on politeness strategies in L2 Finnish. Ajanki-Forslund actively participates in academic activities, including organizing conferences (e.g., Nordic Dialectologists Conference), peer reviewing for journals like Suomalais-Ugrilainen Seuran Aikakauskirja , and editorial roles in linguistic publications. Her research projects include Mordvalaiskielten deskriptiivinen kielioppi (2016–2020) and A Cognitive Grammar of Finnish in comparison with other Finno-Ugric Languages (2012–2016). She also engages in interdisciplinary work, such as Suomen kieli sanoo tervetuloa (2015–2022), which explores language education and cultural integration. Ajanki-Forslund’s academic contributions span over two decades, with publications in journals like Linguistics Vanguard and Acta Linguistica Hungarica . Her research emphasizes minority language preservation, syntactic variation, and historical language change within the Uralic family.

• Linguistics
• Finno-Ugric Languages
• Morphosyntax
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