Richard K. Larson is a Distinguished Professor of Linguistics at Stony Brook University, specializing in syntax and semantics. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin-Madison (1983). His research focuses on syntactic structures, quantification, clausal complementation, and cross-linguistic phenomena in languages like Warlpiri, Japanese, Turkish, and Mandarin. He is recognized for pioneering the Grammar as Science Project , developing educational software Syntactica and Semantica , which earned him the 1998 EduCom Medal. Education: Ph.D. in Linguistics, University of Wisconsin-Madison, 1983 Research Interests: Larson’s work spans syntax-semantics interface, quantifier scope, NP adverbs, psych-verbs, and formal linguistic theory. He emphasizes scientific rigor in syntax, advocating for linguistics as an experimental science. Current projects include rethinking syntactic cartography and Ezafe constructions in Iranian languages. Awards: EduCom Medal (1998) MIT Graduate Council Teaching Award SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching Stony Brook Dean’s Award for Excellence in Graduate Teaching Advising & Grants: Larson has advised numerous graduate students and contributed to NSF-funded initiatives like the Accelerated College Education (ACE) program. His grants focus on computational linguistics tools and language education outreach. Key Contributions: Authored foundational textbooks including Grammar as Science (2010) and Knowledge of Meaning (1995). His work on AP-de adverbs in Mandarin and Ezafe construction has reshaped syntactic analysis. Active in promoting linguistics education at secondary/higher education levels through AP Linguistics initiatives.
- Formal Linguistics
- Syntax
- Semantics
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