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• Urban informatics
• Space syntax
• Geometric fractal models
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Claudia Hedwig van der Laag is a Professor at Oslo Metropolitan University's Department of Civil Engineering and Energy Technology within the Faculty of Technology, Art and Design . Previously known as C. Yamu, she specializes in transport land use planning and urban behavior analysis using advanced computational techniques, particularly virtual modeling. Key Expertise: Urban informatics, space syntax, geometric fractal models, digital twins, mixed methods Research Themes: Sustainable cities, walkable urbanism, smart city governance, fractal urbanism Her work bridges theoretical innovation with practical implementation through international projects and advisory roles. She holds two PhDs: one in Architecture from TU Wien (2008) focusing on computational urbanism, and another in Geography and Regional Planning from Université de Franche-Comté (2012) on complexity-based modeling. Recent publications analyze digital twin interoperability , smart city governance , and fractal urban models . These works employ space syntax, GIS, and mixed methods to address sustainability challenges in Austria, Italy, Netherlands, and Indonesia. Scientific Recognition: Prestigious Michael Breheny Prize (2015) for urban fractal modeling contributions Editorial Board Member for Springer's The Urban Book Series She actively contributes to academic evaluation as a reviewer for European and Middle Eastern research funding agencies.

• Sign Language
• Linguistics
• Audipedagogy
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Arnfinn Muruvik Vonen is a Professor at Oslo Metropolitan University's Faculty of Teacher Education and International Studies, specifically within the Department of International Studies and Interpreting Education. His work bridges sign language , linguistics , and special education , focusing on deaf pedagogy , deaf bilingualism , and language typology . His research spans sign language linguistics , deafblindness , and classroom research , with a strong emphasis on language policy and social sciences . Notably, he contributed to the COIL module in sign language and deaf studies , a collaborative project with Gallaudet University. Key trends in his publications include sign-to-speech technology , reduplication patterns in sign languages, and advocacy for sign language legislation . He has authored 38 scientific publications, 3 non-fiction books, and 8 research reports.

• everyday interaction
• interaction and grammar
• agency in interaction
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Marja Etelämäki is an Associate Professor at the University of Oslo , specializing in Nordic Languages . Her academic work focuses on the intersection of interaction and grammar, with particular emphasis on intersubjectivity, agency in interaction, and reference mechanisms. As a scholar, she teaches courses such as: RETKOM1102 - Text and Communication RETKOM2102 - Conversation Analysis RETKOM4122 - Conversation Analysis 1 SPR4110 - Language and Communication in a Multicultural Society LING4170 - Linguistic Specialization on Structure and Form NOR4100 - Scientific Theory and Method in Nordic Linguistics Her research explores how everyday interactions are structured through grammatical and pragmatic elements, particularly in Finnish. Key areas include: Intersubjectivity in conversational design Directive turn-taking and resistance negotiation Clause chaining for joint action formation Demonstrative pronouns as interactional tools Agency distribution in therapeutic communication Anticipatory completions in narrative contexts Recent publications (2021) examine collective identity formation, non-cooperative alignment strategies, and therapeutic discourse. She is a member of the Conversation Analysis and Interactional Linguistics research group and has contributed to Superlinguistics studies.

Christine Meklenborg NilsenView profile

Professor

• Linguistics
• Syntax
• Generative Linguistics
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Christine Meklenborg Nilsen is a Professor and Head of Department at ILOS (University of Oslo) , specializing in theoretical linguistics with a focus on Verb-Second (V2) structures in Old French and Germanic languages. Her work contrasts historical syntax across languages, including topics like topicalization and resumptive structures that challenge V2 constraints. Research Interests : Verb-Second (V2) syntactic constraints Historical evolution of Romance and Germanic languages Clitic clusters and word order changes Cartographic approach to syntax Projects : Led the Traces of History (2013–2017) project on V2 retention in Germanic vs. Romance languages. Currently leads ILOS Department, limiting active research/teaching. Collaborations : Co-edited influential works on V2 languages with Oxford University Press. Active in Grammar and Meaning and Language Change research groups.

Kristin HagemannView profile

Associate Professor

• Romance Philology
• Transition from Latin to Romance Languages
• Syntax of Old Romance Languages
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Kristin Hagemann is an Associate Professor at the Department of Languages, Literature and Culture at Østfold University College. Her research focuses on Romance Philology, the transition from Latin to Romance languages, and the interplay between syntax and pragmatics in Old Spanish. She specializes in embedded clauses and the evolution of Romance languages, particularly Spanish and Italian. Before joining Østfold University College in 2016, she held a Postdoc position at the University of Oslo (UiO), researching the information structure of Old Spanish. She has also taught Modern Spanish grammar and the history of the Spanish language at UiO. Her doctoral thesis explored the Glosas Emilianenses, early examples of Spanish language written records. Hagemann is affiliated with research groups such as Lingvib and Språkdidaktikk, emphasizing language education and cross-linguistic studies. She teaches courses on Spanish grammar and language typology, including Spanish Grammar and Language Typology . Her publications span historical linguistics, syntax, and educational theory, including works on recomplementation in Old Spanish and cross-linguistic grammar teaching. She frequently engages with contemporary issues in language education, such as the role of multilingualism in schools and the impact of artificial intelligence on language studies.

Bruce Timothy Morén-DuolljáView profile

Associate Professor

• Phonology
• Phonetics
• Morphology
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Bruce Timothy Morén-Duolljá is an Associate Professor at Nord University, specializing in linguistics with a focus on endangered and minority languages, particularly Lule Saami. He holds a PhD in Linguistics from the University of Maryland and has held academic positions at institutions such as the University of Tromsø and visiting roles at Cornell University, Boston University, and Georgetown University. His research emphasizes phonology, phonetics, morphology, syntax, and language revitalization, with a central focus on Lule Saami—a minority Scandinavian language spoken in Norway and Sweden. Key projects include the Seagull Spoken Lule Saami Documentation (2011–2015) and the Network for Saami Documentation and Revitalization (2009–2012), funded by organizations like the Research Council of Norway and NordForsk. His publications span theoretical linguistics, language documentation, and historical perspectives on Sami languages. He has advised four doctoral dissertations and multiple theses, contributing to linguistic education and research. His work bridges empirical research with practical applications for language preservation, emphasizing the critical need for documentation to counteract language endangerment. Notable contributions include analyses of Lule Saami phonology and morphology, comparative studies of Sami languages, and advocacy for orthographic standardization. His interdisciplinary approach integrates linguistic theory, fieldwork, and community engagement to address both academic and sociocultural challenges in language revitalization.

• Second Language Acquisition
• Third Language Acquisition
• Multilingualism
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Professor Anne Dahl holds the position of Head of Language Studies with Teacher Education at the Department of Language and Literature, Faculty of Humanities at NTNU. She also serves as Professor II at the Center for Language, Brain & Learning (C-LaBL) at UiT The Arctic University of Norway. Her research focuses on second and third language acquisition, multilingualism, and the intersection of language education with societal contexts. She leads several initiatives including Flere språk til flere Trondheim and chairs the National Academic Council for English. Her academic roles include editorship of the journal ELLA , directorship of research groups like ForMAAL and FANT, and representation on the Board of the Faculty of Humanities. Key areas of expertise include age effects in language acquisition, cross-linguistic influence, and multilingualism in educational settings. Recent research projects include CLIMA (Cross-linguistic Influence in Multilingual Acquisition) and ADIM (Across-domain investigations in multilingualism). She has contributed to over 40 peer-reviewed publications since 2000, with recent work emphasizing genericity in language, L3 acquisition patterns, and language practices in academic institutions. Teaching focuses on language acquisition theories and multilingualism, with supervision opportunities at MA/PhD levels in SLA and applied linguistics. She actively participates in national language policy discussions, notably through contributions to NTNU's language policy committee and public radio discussions on language evolution in Norway.

• Language Acquisition
• Language Processing
• Linguistics
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Professor Mila Dimitrova Vulchanova is affiliated with NTNU's Department of Language and Literature within the Faculty of Humanities. Her research focuses on language acquisition, language processing, and neurodevelopmental disorders, particularly autism spectrum disorders (ASD). She leads major international projects like SCALA (HorizonEurope-UKRI), MultiplEYE (COST Action), and e-LADDA (MSCA ITN). Her work bridges linguistic theory, cognitive science, and clinical applications, emphasizing multilingualism and intervention strategies for developmental language deficits. Recent research explores figurative language processing in ASD, spatial communication universals, and the interplay between statistical learning and language development. She co-directs the Language Acquisition and Language Processing Lab and has coordinated several EU-funded initiatives addressing multilingualism and STEM education. Her publications span journals like Nature Human Behaviour , Autism Research , and Journal of Neurolinguistics , reflecting her interdisciplinary approach to language and cognition. Key grants include the NFR FRIHUM project on situated reference in language acquisition and the EDULANG grant focusing on multilingual education. She actively engages in outreach, including public lectures on language development and digital media's role in education.

• Sign Language Linguistics
• Corpus Linguistics
• Multimodal Communication
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Lindsay Nicole Ferrara is a Professor in the Department of Language and Literature at NTNU. Her research focuses on sign language linguistics, particularly Norwegian Sign Language (NTS), and explores areas such as corpus linguistics, multimodal communication, and the interactional functions of gesture and gaze. She leads the Norwegian Sign Language Corpus project, aiming to document and analyze NTS in diverse ecological contexts. Key research interests include spatial cognition, depiction, and the semiotic diversity of signed language interactions. Her work bridges theoretical linguistics with applied research, emphasizing inclusivity and community-driven scholarship. Ferrara collaborates internationally and has contributed to advancing understanding of reference mechanisms, question-asking strategies, and the role of eye gaze in conversation. Her recent publications highlight cross-linguistic comparisons of signed languages, corpus development methodologies, and the analysis of interactional patterns in signed discourse. Ferrara also supervises doctoral students and teaches courses on signed language linguistics and research methodology. Her outreach activities include public lectures on sign language documentation and its societal impact.

• Linguistics
• Pragmatics
• Semantics
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Kaja Borthen is a Professor at the Department of Language and Literature at NTNU. Her research focuses on the intersection of pragmatics and semantics, particularly non-truth-conditional aspects of linguistic meaning. She investigates how pragmatic principles interact with encoded meaning to shape utterance interpretation in context, with specializations in referring expressions, implicatures, and pragmatic particles. Research Projects: NOT Project (2014-2017): Analyzed Norwegian pragmatic tags Cross-linguistic Nominal Forms Study (2007-2009) BREDT Project (2003-2006): Focused on anaphor resolution PhD Work (1999-2003): Examined Norwegian bare singulars Her recent work explores phenomena like pronominal right-dislocation in Norwegian and regional variation in pragmatic particles. She has contributed to foundational discussions on referential semantics and discourse coherence, integrating insights from relevance theory and cognitive linguistics. Teaching responsibilities include advanced courses in linguistic theory and research methodologies. Publications span journals like Glossa , Nordic Journal of Linguistics , and Journal of Pragmatics , reflecting her commitment to bridging theoretical linguistics with empirical discourse analysis.

• Scandinavian Linguistics
• Syntax
• Morphology
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Kristin Melum Eide is a Professor in Scandinavian Linguistics at NTNU's Department of Language and Literature, Faculty of Humanities, and holds a concurrent position as Professor II at Østfold University College. She has served as an elected member of NTNU's board of directors from 2013 to 2021. Eide earned her MA in Scandinavian linguistics (1996) and a PhD ('Dr. Art.') in linguistics (2002) at NTNU, with a doctoral thesis on Norwegian modals. Her research focuses on syntax, morphology, heritage languages (e.g., American Norwegian), modals, finiteness, and sociolinguistic phenomena. She has advised numerous graduate students in linguistics, focusing on topics like dialectology, language acquisition, and variation. Eide is a prolific author with over 100 publications, including monographs, academic articles, and edited volumes. She frequently contributes to public discourse on language policy and education through articles in Universitetsavisa and Adresseavisen . Her work spans theoretical linguistics (e.g., syntactic theory, finiteness) and applied sociolinguistics (e.g., language endangerment, language contact). Notable contributions include studies on Norwegian dialects, heritage language maintenance, and the role of language in cultural identity.

• Sociolinguistics
• Language didactics
• Language history
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Stian Hårstad is a Professor of Scandinavian Linguistics at the Department of Language and Literature, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). His research focuses on sociolinguistics, language didactics, language history, and digital writing practices. He holds a Cand.Philol. (2004) and PhD in Linguistics (2010) from NTNU, with his doctoral work examining youth speech variation in Trondheim. Previously, he served as an Associate Professor at Sør-Trøndelag University College (2010–2015) and as a visiting scholar at the University of Bern’s Center for the Study of Language and Society (2019). Key research projects include investigations into Norwegian Jewish language history (funded by Fritt Ord ), grammatical gender variation (GenVAC project), and multilectal literacy in education (MultiLit). He contributes to research groups like Language Ecologies – Norwegian Language(s) in Time and Space and Linguistic Diversity in School and Society . His work bridges historical linguistics, sociolinguistic theory, and language education, addressing topics like minority language dynamics, language policy, and media representation. Publications span academic articles in journals like Sociolinguistica and European Journal of Scandinavian Studies , as well as textbooks such as Blikk for språk (Cappelen Damm Akademisk) and edited volumes like Language Variation - European Perspectives V (John Benjamins). His recent work explores language shift among Norwegian Jews and the historical representation of Sami language use in Norwegian media. Teaching responsibilities include courses on sociolinguistics, dialectology, and language variation. He actively engages in public outreach through radio programs ( NRK P2 Språksnakk ) and lectures on topics ranging from Yiddish in Norway to digital writing practices.

• Conversation analysis
• Interactional linguistics
• Forensic linguistics
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Paweł Urbanik is an Associate Professor in the Department of Language and Literature at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). His research focuses on conversation analysis, multimodality in interaction, forensic linguistics, and second language pragmatics. He examines how grammar, gesture, and material resources contribute to meaning-making in spoken language, with particular attention to cross-linguistic comparisons between Norwegian and Polish. His work also addresses legal communication in police interviews and workplace interactions involving non-native speakers. Urbanik holds a PhD in linguistics from NTNU (2017). His research projects include studies on second language communication in workplace settings (e.g., construction sites) and the role of procedural knowledge sharing in manual work environments. He has contributed to improving police interview practices for suspects with limited proficiency in Norwegian through collaborative projects like NorPol. His publications span academic journals and book chapters, addressing topics such as gesture-speech alignment, forensic communication challenges, and the sociocognitive analysis of linguistic particles. He actively engages in outreach, offering training for police investigators and interpreters on effective communication strategies in legal and multilingual contexts.

• Artificial Intelligence in Academia
• Linguistics
• Syntax
• +3 more

Kristin Melum Eide is a Professor at the Department of Language and Literature at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) and the Department of Linguistic, Literary and Aesthetic Studies at the University of Bergen (UiB). Her research spans artificial intelligence in academia, syntax, language variation, and sociolinguistics. She has authored/co-authored articles on topics such as AI’s role in academic diversity, clausal universality, and Norwegian language norms. Her work bridges computational linguistics with sociolinguistic analysis. Recent publications (2024–2025) reflect a focus on both theoretical linguistics and applied AI studies in education. Collaborations include studies on language policy and dialect variation. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly mentioned in available texts. She currently has no listed students or emails.

Diana Sousa Marques SantosView profile

Professor

• Natural Language Processing
• Corpus Linguistics
• Translation Studies
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Roles and Affiliations: Diana Sousa Marques Santos is a Professor of Portuguese Linguistics at the University of Oslo (UiO), affiliated with the Institute for European Languages, Literature, and Area Studies (ILOS) within the Faculty of Humanities. Since 2011, she has held positions as Associate Professor (until 2012) and subsequently Full Professor. Her research focuses on computational linguistics, corpus-based studies, and cultural analysis, particularly in the context of Portuguese and Lusophone literature. Education: She earned a 5-year engineering degree in Electronics and Computers from the Technical University of Lisbon (IST), followed by an MSc in Machine Translation and a PhD in contrastive corpus-based semantics, both from IST. Research Interests: Diana’s work spans computational processing of Portuguese, natural language processing, semantics, translation, and distant reading. She leads the Linguateca project, fostering computational resources for Portuguese and collaborates internationally with institutions like the University of Southern Denmark. Key projects include PANTERA (parallel corpus for Portuguese-Norwegian translation studies) and contributions to the European Literary Text Collection (ELTeC) for distant reading. Teaching: She teaches Portuguese grammar, linguistics, and cultural studies at undergraduate and graduate levels, including courses like Introduction to Statistical Thinking for PhD students. Her pedagogical efforts include co-authoring textbooks such as Viva! for Portuguese language education. Projects and Activism: Diana advocates for open-source software in academia, notably opposing the University of Oslo’s shift to Microsoft Exchange. She promotes Lusophone cultural studies and participates in initiatives like the BILLIG project (GIS and NLP in literary geography). Her work bridges computational methods and humanities, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches. Labs and Teams: She contributes to research groups such as Digital Humanities, Grammar and Meaning Representations, and the Ibero-American Research Hub (IberoARH), fostering collaborative projects in language technology and cultural analysis.