Elena Manca

Elena Manca is an Associate Professor at the University of Salento's Department of Humanistic Studies. She holds a PhD in English Language and Translation and has been teaching since 2004/2005. Her roles include teaching Language and Translation - English Language, English Linguistics, and courses in the Science and Technique of Linguistic Mediation program. She coordinates the Teletandem project with Georgetown University and serves on various academic committees.

Her research focuses on corpus linguistics, cross-cultural communication, and applied linguistics in tourism. She directs the 'Linguaggi specialistici e traduzione tecnica' book series and contributes to academic journals like Cultus and Lingue e Linguaggi. She is affiliated with professional organizations including the Italian Association of Anglistics (AIA) and CLAVIER.

Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate courses in translation, interpretation, and English linguistics. She has held roles in academic governance such as membership in the Department of Humanities' Joint Teaching Commission and admissions committees.