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• Multilingualism
• Translanguaging Pedagogy
• English as an Additional Language (EAL) Education
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Georgios Neokleous is a Professor of English in the Department of Teacher Education at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), within the Faculty of Social and Educational Sciences. He holds a PhD in Education from Saint Louis University (2014), focusing on home language use in EAL classrooms. His career began as an EFL/ESL teacher, with extensive experience across Europe and the U.S., and he has developed specialized courses for diverse learner groups. Neokleous’ research emphasizes multilingualism, translanguaging pedagogy, and inclusive literacy practices in linguistically diverse classrooms. Education: PhD in Education, Saint Louis University, 2014 Masters and Bachelor’s degrees (implied, not explicitly stated) Research Interests: Neokleous explores the integration of students’ home languages in EAL settings, translanguaging as a pedagogical tool, and assessment strategies in multilingual environments. His work bridges theory and practice, addressing challenges in teacher education and classroom diversity. Recent trends in his publications highlight cross-national comparisons (e.g., Norway-Cyprus studies), innovative teaching methodologies, and the role of technology in modern classrooms. Advising & Grants: Supervises students at BA, MA, and PhD levels. Collaborates with international researchers like Anna Krulatz and Sviatlana Karpava. Active in organizing academic events, including TESOL International and ECER conferences. Labs/Teams: Engaged in collaborative research groups focused on multilingual education, such as the ‘Learning and Teaching English in the Multilingual Classroom’ initiative. His work often intersects with institutions like the University of Cyprus and Multilingual Matters publishing.

• Online Learning
• Instructional Design
• Augmented Reality in Education
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Dr. Wanju Huang is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Learning Design and Technology program at Purdue University , where she focuses on enhancing online learning experiences through innovative instructional design and emerging technologies. Prior to joining Purdue in Fall 2016, she served as an instructional design manager at Teaching and Learning Technologies and spent six years as a lecturer and instructional designer at Eastern Kentucky University. Education: Ph.D. in Curriculum & Instruction (Technology concentration) from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Her research interests center on technology-mediated online communities, instructor presence in digital learning, augmented reality applications, and faculty development programs. She has published extensively on these topics, including studies on multimedia interventions for teaching presence, immersive technologies in ESL education, and adaptive cyber training platforms. Dr. Huang's publications reflect a strong focus on EdTech innovation , with trends spanning AI integration in K-12 , model-based systems engineering , and microlearning strategies . Her work bridges theoretical frameworks like social constructivism with practical implementations in professional education. Professional memberships include the American Educational Research Association, Association for Educational Communications and Technology, and Quality Matters. She teaches courses on learning design foundations, e-learning systems, and professional competency demonstrations in LDT.

• Translation Studies
• Reception Studies
• Comparative Literature
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Bruno Echauri Galván serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Modern Philology at the University of Alcalá (UAH), Spain, teaching core translation courses including Introduction to Translation Theory and English-Spanish Translation across multiple degree programs in Alcalá de Henares and Guadalajara. His research centers on Translation Studies and Reception Theory, with significant contributions to intersemiotic translation (particularly in children's literature), healthcare interpreting, and film adaptation reception. As an active member of the Research Group on Interdisciplinary Reception Studies, he investigates cultural reception, literary reception, and translation through frameworks including cultural mediation, censorship studies, and myth reception. Recent publications (2021-2024) demonstrate consistent innovation in translation pedagogy, including color-based translation assessment tools, service-learning translation projects, and pandemic-era teaching adaptations. His work on collaborative writing projects, mental health communication, and Carver-Lish translation controversies reveals methodological diversity across literary, audiovisual, and healthcare domains. Dr. Echauri Galván has participated in multiple research initiatives including the JOB AND MOVE student network project (2018), Homopoly strategic partnership (2016), and InterMed healthcare mediation project (2011), where he contributed expertise in intercultural communication and translation standards. He maintains active research leadership through the Interdisciplinary Reception Studies group, examining reception phenomena across cultural, literary, musical, and translational contexts while addressing contemporary issues like censorship and myth criticism.

Marta González-LloretView profile

Professor

• Technology-mediated Language Learning
• Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT)
• L2 Pragmatics
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Marta González-Lloret is a Professor of Spanish and Applied Linguistics at the Department of Languages and Literatures of Europe and the Americas (LLEA) and an Associated Graduate Faculty member of the Department of Second Language Studies (SLS) at the University of Hawai‘i at Manoa . Originally from Valladolid, Spain, she has resided in Hawaii for over 30 years and holds a PhD in Second Language Acquisition, an MA in Linguistics, an MA in European Languages, and a Licenciatura in English Philology. Education: PhD in Second Language Acquisition, University of Hawai‘i at Manoa (2008) MA in Linguistics, University of Hawai‘i at Manoa (1997) MA in European Languages (Spanish Linguistics), University of Hawai‘i at Manoa (1993) Licenciatura in Filología Inglesa, Universidad de Valladolid (1991) Her research focuses on the intersections of technology and Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT) , as well as L2 Pragmatics and Conversation Analysis . Her work explores how digital environments enhance pragmatic competence and foster intercultural communication. She has co-edited seminal volumes on technology-mediated TBLT and serves as Series Editor for Task-Based Language Teaching and Pragmatics & Language Learning . She has received prestigious awards, including the Board of Regents’ Medal for Excellence in Teaching (2018) and the HALT Excellence in Teaching Award (2010) . Her teaching portfolio includes Spanish language, teacher training, and critical digital literacies, often delivered through hybrid or online formats. Scientific Awards: Board of Regents’ Medal for Excellence in Teaching (2018) College of LLL Excellence in Teaching Award (2013) HALT Excellence in Teaching Award (2010) 'Oihana Maika’i Award for Research Excellence (2005) Top 2% Most-Cited Researchers (2023) Top 400 World Linguists (2023) She has conducted over 80 invited talks and 17 plenary/keynote lectures globally, addressing topics like AI in language education, pragmatic development in digital spaces, and task design for multilingual contexts. Her editorial and leadership roles include co-chairing international conferences and serving on advisory committees for ACTFL Guidelines (2024).

Wesley WillettView profile

Associate Professor

• Information visualization
• Human-computer interaction
• New media
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Wesley Willett is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Calgary, holding the NSERC CRC II Chair in Visual Analytics. His primary research focuses on information visualization, human-computer interaction, and new media applications. He leads the Data Experience Lab and Interactions Lab, exploring innovative methods for data representation and interaction in augmented/virtual reality environments. Education includes a B.S. in Computer Science from the University of Colorado (2006) and a Ph.D. in Computer Science from UC Berkeley (2012). His work bridges technical innovation with user-centered design principles, emphasizing ethical considerations in data visualization and inclusive representation. Key research contributions include: spatial visualization techniques for large environments, gesture-based interfaces for AR/VR, and physical data representations through projects like Cetonia (swarm robotics visualization) and Data Embroidery. His work has been recognized with Best Paper awards at CHI 2015 and Pervasive 2010. Current research emphasizes immersive analytics, wearable visualization systems, and demographically diverse anthropographics. He collaborates with urban designers, neurologists, and environmental scientists to apply visualization in diverse domains like epilepsy surgery planning and air quality monitoring.

Santiago BarredaView profile

Associate Professor

• Speech Perception
• Phonetics
• Acoustic Phonetics
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Santiago Barreda is an Associate Professor in the Department of Linguistics at the University of California, Davis, specializing in speech perception and phonetic analysis. His research examines how acoustic properties of speech convey speaker characteristics including age, gender, and physical attributes. Education: Ph.D. in Linguistics (Phonetics), University of Alberta, 2013 M.A. in Hispanic Studies (Language and Linguistics), University of Western Ontario, 2008 B.A. in Linguistics and Spanish Language and Literature, University of Western Ontario, 2006 Research Focus: Dr. Barreda employs behavioral experiments and statistical modeling to investigate perceptual mechanisms in speech recognition. His work bridges theoretical phonetics with practical applications, particularly in vowel normalization techniques and formant tracking algorithms. Key questions address how listeners extract speaker identity from acoustic cues and interpret social characteristics through vocal signals. Publication Trends: Recent publications (2020-2025) reveal three dominant themes: computational phonetic tools (FastTrack, phonTools), perception of social/physical speaker characteristics from children's voices, and interdisciplinary public health research on speech-related aerosol transmission. His work demonstrates strong methodological consistency in combining acoustic analysis with perceptual validation. Scientific Awards: No scientific awards were mentioned in the source material. Advising and Grants: The provided documentation does not specify graduate student advising roles or external grant funding. Technical Contributions: Dr. Barreda develops open-source phonetic analysis software including FastTrack (Praat-based formant tracking) and the phonTools R package, which have become standard resources in acoustic phonetic research.

Chang PuView profile

Professor

• English as a Second Language Education
• Bilingual Education
• Heritage Language Education
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Dr. Chang Pu is a Professor of Teacher Education and Coordinator of the ESOL endorsement program at Berry College. She specializes in TESOL, bilingual education, and heritage language education, teaching both undergraduate and graduate courses including Multicultural Education and ESOL endorsement classes. Her work emphasizes preparing educators to support culturally and linguistically diverse students through collaborations with schools in Georgia (e.g., New Comer Academy) and China. Education: Ph.D. in Culture, Literacy, and Language (University of Texas, San Antonio) M.A. in TESOL (St. Cloud State University) B.A. in English (University of Electronic Science & Tech. of China) Instructional Technology Certificate (St. Cloud State University) Research Focus: Dr. Pu's research centers on heritage language education, virtual exchange methodologies, and equitable practices for linguistically diverse learners. She investigates how bilingual and bicultural competence can be fostered in K-12 settings and teacher preparation programs. Publications: Her work spans topics like at-risk Latino student success, global teacher education collaboration, and Chinese heritage language instruction. Recent contributions include analyses of biliteracy development and innovative pedagogical strategies in multicultural contexts. Awards: 2019 Longview Foundation Global Teacher Educator Fellow Dr. Pu actively engages in community partnerships, co-designing programs with international schools and bilingual immersion initiatives to bridge educational gaps. Her advising focuses on preparing teachers for multicultural classrooms through service-learning and cross-cultural exchanges.

• Japanese Applied Linguistics
• Second Language Acquisition
• Language Education Policy
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Satoshi Miyazaki is a Professor at Waseda University's Graduate School of Japanese Applied Linguistics and affiliated with the Faculty of International Research and Education . With a Ph.D. from Monash University, his work bridges Japanese language education, second language acquisition, and cross-cultural communication. Education Background: Doctor of Philosophy (Japanese Applied Linguistics) - Monash University (1997) Graduate School of Japanese Applied Linguistics - Waseda University (1982) Research Interests focus on Japanese language pedagogy, natural acquisition mechanisms, and interactional strategies for non-native learners. His innovative use of Eye Mark Recorders (EMR) and Event-Related Potentials (ERP) has advanced understanding of cognitive processes in language learning. Recent Articles (2011-2001) reveal trends in Japanese language education reform, cross-cultural learning challenges, and technology-enhanced teaching methods. Key themes include correctional language programs for foreign inmates, immersion environments, and brain processing studies using advanced neuro-linguistic techniques. Research Projects have received continuous funding from Japan Society for the Promotion of Science, including prison language education programs, foreign care worker competence frameworks, and EMR-based lecture comprehension analysis. His work extends to international collaborations with institutions in Australia, the U.S., and Europe.

• Phonology
• Phonetics
• Automatic Speech Recognition
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Dr. Gábor Pintér holds dual academic appointments as Assistant Professor at Károli Gáspár Reformed University's Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences (Department of Japanology) and as Associate Professor at Kobe University's School of Languages and Communication. Born in Hungary in 1977, he earned his MA (2005) and PhD (2008) in Linguistics from Kobe University, Japan, with a dissertation on asymmetrical segment distributions in Japanese. His research focuses on three interconnected domains: phonological theory (especially Japanese phonology), experimental phonetics, and applications of automatic speech recognition in language education. Specific interests include vowel devoicing patterns, prosodic perception in L2 learners, phonotactic constraints, and diachronic sound changes in Japanese. Pintér actively contributes to international research collaborations, including the JSPS-funded project 'Stochastic & theoretical phonological research' and serves as chair of the Phonology Association in Kansai (PAIK). His 15 most recent publications demonstrate methodological diversity, combining theoretical linguistics with computational approaches and experimental studies, primarily focused on Japanese phonetics and speech technology applications. Professional memberships include board positions in The Phonological Society of Japan and memberships in the International Speech Communication Association and Association for Laboratory Phonology.

Tineke BrunfautView profile

Professor

• Language Testing
• Second Language Reading
• Second Language Listening
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Professor Tineke Brunfaut is a leading academic in Applied Linguistics at Lancaster University 's School of Social Sciences. Her work focuses on language testing , second language reading , listening , and integrated/multimodal skills . She coordinates the Language Testing Research Group and has received prestigious awards including the ILTA Best Article Award , e-Assessment Award , and TOEFL Outstanding Young Scholar Award . Key research areas: Cognitive and affective factors in testing, methodological innovations (eye-tracking, discourse analysis), and language test development. Recipient of multiple grants from the British Council, Trinity College London, and British Academy. PhD supervision interests: Language testing, integrated skills, assessment literacy, and validation. Recent publications explore technology-enhanced assessment , multimodal viewing-to-write tasks , and the impact of delivery modes on test performance . She has consulted for global institutions on test design and evaluation. Scientific Awards : ILTA Best Article Award e-Assessment Award for Best Research TOEFL Outstanding Young Scholar Award Her teaching includes MA programs in Language Testing, TESOL, and Applied Linguistics, covering Test Construction , Research Methods , and Statistical Analyses .

Katalin PinielView profile

Assistant Professor

• Applied Linguistics
• Language Learning
• Emotions in Education
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Katalin Piniel is an Assistant Professor at the Department of English Applied Linguistics within the School of English and American Studies at Eötvös Loránd University, Budapest. Her work bridges applied linguistics and educational psychology , focusing on the dynamic interplay of emotions , including language anxiety , motivation, and self-efficacy in foreign language learning contexts, particularly in Hungary. PhD in Language Pedagogy (ELTE) Associate Editor of Studies in Second Language Learning and Teaching Active reviewer for applied linguistics journals Her research integrates complex dynamic systems theory to analyze longitudinal changes in affective variables and employs meta-analytic techniques to validate anxiety measurement tools like the Foreign Language Classroom Anxiety Scale (FLCAS) . She explores formative and summative assessment practices in Hungarian high schools and investigates flow experiences during language tasks. Her methodological interests include quantitative tools (e.g., Rasch analysis), collaborative research , and cross-cultural comparisons (e.g., Hungarian-Kazakh studies). Recent publications highlight trends in emotion-motivation dynamics , skills-based anxiety measurement , and the impact of online education on affective variables. She collaborates on projects examining special needs learners , including Deaf and hard-of-hearing students , in foreign language acquisition. Contact: brozik-piniel.katalin@btk.elte.hu | ORCID | Google Scholar | ResearchGate

Eva VetterView profile

Professor

• Applied Linguistics
• Language Teaching
• Multilingualism
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Eva Vetter is a full Professor at the University of Vienna , affiliated with both the Department for Teacher Education and the Department of Linguistics . She specializes in multilingualism, language teaching methodologies, and minority language education, with a focus on integrating climate justice themes into linguistic pedagogy. Email: eva.vetter@univie.ac.at Office: Porzellangasse 4, 1st floor, 1090 Vienna Her research interests include: Applied linguistics in educational contexts Minoritized language preservation Language policy and equity Interdisciplinary approaches to multilingualism Recent teaching activities focus on: Developing communication spaces for multilingual learners Empirical research methods in language education Climate justice integration in linguistic curricula Doctoral supervision in applied linguistics She actively mentors educators through professional development programs and leads research initiatives at the intersection of linguistics and teacher education.

Scott FraundorfView profile

Associate Professor

• Cognitive Psychology
• Educational Technology
• Psycholinguistics
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Scott Fraundorf is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Pittsburgh , where he leads the MAPLE (Memory And Psycholinguistics in Learning & Education) Lab . He combines cognitive science and data science to study human behavior prediction, educational program evaluation, and psycholinguistics . His research focuses on student learning and metacognition language processing and educational technology interventions statistical modeling using regression , machine learning , and mixed-effects models as well as open-source tool development for cognitive science. Key technical skills include Python , R , and SQL programming, with 3 patents for intelligent tutoring systems in English grammar. He has mentored over 70 graduate students and faculty in quantitative methods.

Véronique HosteView profile

Professor

• Computational Linguistics
• Natural Language Processing
• Machine Learning
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Véronique Hoste is Senior Full Professor of Computational Linguistics at Ghent University's Faculty of Arts and Philosophy, where she serves as Department Head of Translation, Interpreting and Communication and Director of the LT3 language technology research team. She also holds the position of Research Director for the Faculty of Arts and Philosophy. Her educational background includes a PhD in Computational Linguistics from the University of Antwerp (2005) focused on optimization in machine learning for coreference resolution. Key research areas encompass machine learning for natural language processing, semantic and discourse modeling, including specialized work in event detection, entity/event coreference resolution, irony detection, and emotion analysis. Hoste's publication trends reveal strong interdisciplinary focus, with recent work bridging NLP with crisis communication, digital humanities, and ethical AI. Her team develops high-quality datasets (e.g., EmoTwiCS for emotion trajectories) and collaborates extensively with commercial partners on projects like SentEMO for aspect-based sentiment analysis. Current research emphasizes multimodal emotion analysis, fuzzy rough set methods for sentiment detection, and cross-document event coreference. Elected member of the Royal Flemish Academy of Belgium for Science and the Arts (KVAB) Francqui Chair appointment by Université Libre de Bruxelles (2023-2024) Co-founded LT3 spin-off AlfaSent (2024) for customer feedback analysis Authored first Dutch-language book on NLP: "Taaltechnologie ontrafeld" She actively supervises multiple PhD students on projects including Common-sense knowledge in irony detection (Common-sense), cross-document event coreference (Encore), and empathy modeling in conversational agents (FlandersAI). Her team secures funding through interdisciplinary collaborations like NewsDNA for news recommendation and METRICS for emotion trajectory analysis. Hoste also engages in public outreach through the "AI at school" initiative and advises on language technology integration in high school curricula. The LT3 laboratory under her leadership maintains strong industry partnerships and develops practical NLP tools including EmotioNL and Automatic Term Extraction systems, while advancing core research through projects like CLARIAH-VL for data curation.

Chang XuView profile

Professor

• Big data software engineering
• Intelligent software testing and analysis
• Adaptive and autonomous software systems
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Chang Xu is a Professor and Ph.D. supervisor at Nanjing University, affiliated with the State Key Laboratory for Novel Software Technology, School of Computer Science, and Institute of Computer Software (ICS). He has been a full-time faculty member since 2010, when he joined as an associate professor and was later promoted to full professor in 2015. Education: Ph.D. from The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) in 2008 (advisor: Prof. S.C. Cheung) M.Eng. from Institute of Software, Chinese Academy of Sciences (ISCAS) in 2003 B.Eng. from University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) in 2000 Research Interests: Professor Xu's research focuses on big data software engineering, intelligent software testing and analysis, and adaptive and autonomous software systems. His recent work centers on constructing and providing runtime support for intelligent software in open environments, with emphasis on inconsistency detection and resolution for environments, and quality assurance for adaptive, concurrent, learning-based, smartphone-based, and spreadsheet-based applications. His work bridges theoretical foundations with practical applications in software engineering, particularly in program analysis, software testing, and self-adaptive systems. Scientific Awards: ACM SIGSOFT Distinguished Paper Award from ICSE 2025 Best Student Paper Award from EUROSYS 2025 ACM Distinguished Member in 2024 Best Paper Award from SOSP 2023 Best Paper Candidate from ISSRE 2022 Yangtze River Scholar by the Ministry of Education in 2021 Multiple ACM SIGSOFT Distinguished Paper Awards from conferences including ASE, ICSE National Science and Technology Progress Award (Second Class) in 2011 Academic Service and Advising: Professor Xu has served on numerous program committees for top software engineering conferences including ICSE, ASE, ESEC/FSE, and ISSTA. He is an editorial board member for several journals including Journal of Computer Science and Technology and Frontiers of Computer Science. He has supervised numerous Ph.D. and MSc students, with research topics spanning program analysis, software testing, self-adaptive systems, and more. His students have gone on to successful careers in both academia and industry. Research Groups: Professor Xu is associated with the SPAR research group at Nanjing University and the CASTLE research group at HKUST, focusing on software analysis, reliability, and testing.