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Antti Arppe is an Associate Professor in the Department of Linguistics at the University of Alberta, Faculty of Arts. His research focuses on computational methods in linguistic analysis, particularly applied to endangered and Indigenous languages. He teaches courses like LING 325 - Writing Systems, exploring the historical and typological dimensions of writing systems and their cognitive impacts. His work integrates formal linguistic theory with advanced computational tools, addressing challenges in morphosyntax, phonology, and language documentation.
Key research areas include: computational modeling of polysynthetic languages (e.g., Plains Cree), finite-state methods for morphological analysis, and developing open-source tools like DescTools for descriptive statistics. Arppe collaborates with Indigenous communities to create language revitalization technologies, including speech databases and interactive learning platforms. His contributions bridge academic linguistics with practical applications in language preservation and pedagogy.
Recent projects highlight innovations in AI for endangered languages, such as evaluating neural ASR robustness for morphologically complex systems and leveraging word embeddings to enhance low-resource language tools. He actively participates in workshops and conferences on computational methods in endangered language studies, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration between linguists, technologists, and community stakeholders.
Teaching emphasizes connecting theoretical linguistic concepts to real-world applications, with courses addressing writing systems’ sociocultural roles and technical dimensions. His publications span over two decades, demonstrating sustained engagement with both foundational linguistic theory and cutting-edge computational methodologies.
