Anh Le

Anh Le is an Associate Lecturer (Teaching Specialist) in the College of Nursing and Health Sciences at Flinders University and an Associate Member of the Caring Futures Institute. He is based at the Flinders Medical Centre in Adelaide, South Australia. His academic work bridges theoretical linguistics and clinical speech pathology, with a strong focus on bilingual and multilingual language assessment and therapy.

• PhD in Linguistics, University of Adelaide (Awarded: 12 Oct 2022)
• BA in Linguistics and German Studies, University of Adelaide (Awarded: 31 Dec 2018)

Dr. Le's research centers on the syntax-semantics interface and theoretical frameworks such as Systemic Functional Linguistics (SFL), Role and Reference Grammar (RRG), and Relational Circumstantial Grammar (RCG). He specializes in Mainland Southeast Asian languages, particularly Vietnamese, and investigates tense-aspect-mood systems and grammaticalization. His applied research explores how linguistic theory can enhance clinical tools, including the use of Spontaneous Elicited Narrative for diagnosing language disorders in bilingual adults and phonological awareness techniques in voice therapy for diverse populations.

His recent scholarly contributions include a 2024 open-access review article analyzing the historical evolution of tense marking in Vietnamese since the 17th century, reflecting his deep engagement with both diachronic linguistics and historiographical methods. The work demonstrates interdisciplinary reach, connecting linguistic theory, historical change, and sociopolitical influences such as French colonization.

Scientific Awards and Honors:

• University of Adelaide Research Scholarships (UARS) - International Students (2019–2022)
• Beneficiary of Research Grant by The Walter and Dorothy Duncan Trust (Nov 2019)
• Adelaide Graduate Award, University of Adelaide (Nov 2018)

Dr. Le actively contributes to teaching and academic supervision, serving as Topic Coordinator for SPTH9121 (Professional Studies and Communication Sciences) and as lecturer in several speech pathology courses including Honours Thesis B, Clinical Skills and Practice, and Speech Pathology Skills and Practice. He is involved in professional communities such as the Australian Linguistic Society and the Sydney Southeast Asia Centre. While no formal lab is mentioned, his affiliation with the Caring Futures Institute suggests collaboration in health-focused interdisciplinary research. He has not indicated ongoing grants beyond those awarded during his PhD, but his research trajectory points to continued work in linguistic theory and clinical application.