Anna Maria Thornton

Anna Maria Thornton is a Professor of Linguistics at the Department of Human Sciences, University of L'Aquila, Italy, where she has held positions since 1992. She earned her Laurea in Lettere (1983) from Sapienza University of Rome and a PhD in Linguistics (1989) from the University of Pisa.

• Research Focus
• Structure of Italian
• Morphology
• Language and Gender

Her work spans morphological theory, overabundance in verb paradigms, literacy acquisition in Italian, and gender-related linguistic norms. Recent publications analyze canonical typology, flexeme challenges, and participial stem evolution.

Scientific Affiliations and Honors:

• President of Società di Linguistica Italiana (2016-2019)
• Corresponding Member of Accademia della Crusca (2022-2024)
• Ordinary Member of Accademia della Crusca (since 2024)

Thornton contributes to linguistic education and standardization as a member of Accademia della Crusca's Advice Centre since 2001. She has held visiting positions at the University of Surrey (2010-present) and University of Paris Diderot (2018).