Patrick Leroyer

Patrick Leroyer is an Associate Professor at Aarhus University's School of Communication and Culture, where he has been working since August 2003. He is affiliated with both the Department of Business Communication and the Centre for Lexicography. His academic background includes a Master of Arts and PhD, focusing on specialized communication and lexicography.

Education:

• Master of Arts
• PhD

Dr. Leroyer's research spans specialized lexicography, terminography, and terminology within communication and media contexts. He specializes in the intersection of language, knowledge representation, and specialized fields, particularly in gastronomy and wine sectors. His current major project is 'WORDS4WINE,' conducted in collaboration with Laurent Gautier from the University of Burgundy, focusing on wine terminology and communication. He also collaborates with Anne Parizot from the CIMEOS research lab at the University of Franche-Comté on similar projects related to food and wine sector communication.

His research interests include specialized translation, text production, business communication, and the role of language in organizational contexts. He has made significant contributions to understanding how digital platforms transform lexicographic practices and how specialized vocabulary shapes organizational communication.

Dr. Leroyer's publication record demonstrates a clear trajectory from traditional lexicography toward digital and organizational applications. His recent work increasingly focuses on the power of specialized vocabulary in organizational contexts, digital lexicographic information platforms, and specialized communication in niche sectors like wine and gastronomy. His research bridges theoretical lexicography with practical applications in business and specialized communication fields.

Dr. Leroyer actively collaborates with researchers across Europe, particularly in France and Denmark, working on interdisciplinary projects that combine linguistics, communication studies, and domain-specific knowledge. His work with the Oenolex project has established him as a leading researcher in wine terminology and communication.