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Friedemann Vogel is a full Professor of Socio- and Discourse Linguistics at the University of Siegen, Faculty I (Arts and Humanities), within the German Department. His work bridges linguistics, media studies, and cultural science, focusing on the interplay between language, knowledge, and power. He leads multiple research projects and platforms, including the Diskursmonitor and the DFG-funded subproject on mayoral communication within the Collaborative Research Center 'Transformations of the Popular'.
- University: University of Siegen
- School: Faculty I
- Department: German Department
- Email: friedemann.vogel@uni-siegen.de
- Office: HD 4203, Hölderlinstr. 3, 57076 Siegen
Education:
- Dr. Phil. (summa cum laude), University of Heidelberg (2011)
- Studies in German Linguistics, Psychology, and Philosophy, University of Heidelberg (completed with distinction)
- Technical High School, Carl-Engler-Schule, Karlsruhe
Friedemann Vogel's research centers on discourse analysis, strategic communication, and digital media. He investigates how language shapes collective knowledge, legal systems, and democratic participation. His methodological approach combines empirical analysis with computational tools such as NLP and corpus hermeneutics. Key areas include legal linguistics, computer-assisted analysis of large language datasets, and the role of digital platforms in shaping public discourse. He has pioneered research on authentication practices, online access control, and right-wing discourse in social media.
His recent publications reveal a strong trajectory in analyzing political discourse, particularly during crises, and in developing theoretical frameworks for discourse intervention and public discourse cultivation. Themes of linguistic democracy, freedom of expression, and digital citizenship recur across his work, reflecting a commitment to socially engaged scholarship. The integration of digital tools and open-access platforms underscores his innovative approach to linguistic research.
Scientific Awards and Honors:
- President of the International Language and Law Association (ILLA)
- Appointed to the Board of Trustees of Grimme Research College, University of Cologne (2022)
- Advisory Board member, virTUos project (TU Dresden)
- Vertrauensdozent, Rosa-Luxemburg-Stiftung
- Founder and coordinator of CAL² (Computer Assisted Legal Linguistics)
Friedemann Vogel has secured significant research funding from institutions including the German Research Foundation (DFG), the Federal Ministry of Justice, the Hans Böckler Foundation, and the State of North Rhine-Westphalia. He advises students and leads interdisciplinary research teams, fostering collaboration between linguistics, law, and digital humanities. His projects often involve international cooperation, such as with Beijing Foreign Studies University. He is actively involved in academic service, serving on editorial boards and steering committees.
He leads the Diskursmonitor research group and the CAL² international research network, both of which function as collaborative platforms for interdisciplinary discourse analysis. His work emphasizes open science, digital education, and public engagement, exemplified by initiatives like the 'Reclaim your data' MOOC and virtual privacy awareness projects.
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