Martin Hinterberger is Professor of Byzantine and Modern Greek Studies at the University of Cyprus since 2002. He holds MA and PhD degrees from the University of Vienna and served as research fellow at the Austrian Academy of Sciences (1995-2001). He has taught at the University of Vienna, Freie Universitaet Berlin, and EHESS Paris. Specializes in emotions in Byzantine literature Expert in Byzantine hagiography and theoretical approaches Focus on language analysis (learned vs vernacular) Collaborator on the bibliography of the Byzantinische Zeitschrift His recent publications explore the synthetic perfect tense in Byzantine Greek, hagiographic metaphrasis, and emotional expressions in literature. He co-edited volumes on Byzantine-Latin intellectual history and serves as a leading voice in Byzantine philology.
Yoryia Agouraki is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Byzantine and Modern Greek Studies at the University of Cyprus since 1994. She holds a B.A. in English Studies from the University of Athens (1986), an M.Phil. in Theoretical Linguistics from the University of Cambridge (1988), and a Ph.D. in Syntax from University College London (1993). Her research focuses on syntactic theory, comparative syntax, and interfaces between syntax and phonology/morphology/semantics. Her academic career includes teaching positions at King's College London (1989-1993) and University College London (1990-1993), followed by a research post at the University of Crete (1993-1994) before joining the University of Cyprus. Her work examines syntactic phenomena in Greek dialects and formal syntactic frameworks, with notable contributions to the analysis of wh-clauses and aspectual categories. Key research areas include: Syntactic theory and comparative syntax Interactions between syntax and other linguistic modules Morphosyntactic variation in Greek dialects Her publications analyze clause structure, aspectual categories, and syntactic phenomena in Standard vs. Cypriot Greek. No grants or awards were explicitly mentioned in the provided text.
Aminreza Iranmanesh is an Associate Professor at Final International University's Faculty of Architecture and Fine Arts. He holds a Doctoral Degree in Architecture from Eastern Mediterranean University (2019), a Master's Degree in Architecture (2012), and a Bachelor's Degree in Architecture from Shahid Bahonar University of Kerman (2009). His research focuses on urban design and spatial analysis, with emphasis on informal settlements, sustainable urban regeneration, digital urban networks, ecological building design, and social sustainability. His work combines space syntax, GIS, and multi-criteria decision-making frameworks to address urban challenges. Recent publications examine slum tourism trends, AI integration in architectural pedagogy, historic preservation methodologies, and pandemic-era urban transformations. The articles reflect interdisciplinary engagement with urban morphology, social equity, and technological innovation. Educational Background: PhD in Architecture (Eastern Mediterranean University, 2019) Master's in Architecture (Eastern Mediterranean University, 2012) Bachelor's in Architecture (Shahid Bahonar University of Kerman, 2009) Scientific Awards:
Dr. Andri Kanikli is an Assistant Professor of Linguistics at UCLan Cyprus, serving as Deputy Course Leader for BA (Hons) English Language and Literature and Research Degree Tutor. She holds a PhD from the University of York (2012) and a PGCert in Teaching and Learning in Higher Education from the University of Central Lancashire (2018). Her research focuses on multilingualism, language disorders, and minority language preservation, particularly Cypriot Maronite Arabic. She leads key roles in academic governance, including ASQAC and Senate representation. Education: PhD in Linguistics, University of York, UK (2012) PGCert in Teaching & Learning in HE, UCLan UK (2018) BA in Philology (Linguistics), National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (2007) Research Interests: Language Acquisition & Disorders Minority Language Transmission Family Language Policy Cypriot Greek Syntax Language Revitalization Her recent work includes developing screening tools for language development (SSLD), leading the Erasmus+ 'Planting Languages' project, and documenting Cypriot Maronite Arabic through syntactic analysis. She has secured over €300,000 in research grants, including projects on family language planning and policy-making. Awards include the UK Alumni Award (2024) and EPOS Quality Label recognition. She actively organizes conferences/seminars on multilingualism and advises PhD students on topics like family language strategies and L2 perception. Labs/Initiatives: MIDEX Research Centre Co-PI, CIELL Research Cluster member, and lead on projects at UCLan's School of Business & Management.
Dr. Asma Al-Hawi is a Research Fellow at the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) Cyprus. She holds a PhD in Applied Linguistics and Language Acquisition from UCLan (2020) and an MA in Linguistics from the University of Jordan (2009). Her research focuses on second/third language acquisition, pragmatics, semantics, and educational psychology, particularly examining English determiner acquisition among Palestinian/Jordanian and Cypriot-Greek speakers. Education : PhD in Applied Linguistics, UCLan, 2020 MA in Linguistics, University of Jordan, 2009 Bachelor's in English Language and Literature, University of Jordan, 1999 Research Interests : Dr. Al-Hawi investigates L2/L3 acquisition of English determiners, pragmatics of linguistic expressions like 'Insha’a Allah,' and educational strategies in language learning. Her work bridges theoretical linguistics with applied educational practices. Publications : Her recent work includes studies on article usage in cross-linguistic contexts and the pragmatic functions of religious expressions in Arabic. Key outlets include the Journal of the European Second Language Association and Journal of Second Language Teaching and Research . Professional Roles : She has taught at Unicaf University (2020–2021), the University of Jordan (2015–2016), and served as an administrator at UNRWA (2001–2006), where she contributed to curriculum development and teacher training. Grants & Collaborations : Active in international research networks, she has presented at conferences such as EuroSLA and the International Symposium on Theoretical and Applied Linguistics (ISTAL).
GÜLSEREN TOR is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Turkish Language and Literature, Faculty of Arts & Sciences, Eastern Mediterranean University. Her research focuses on Turkic dialectology, morphological analysis, and sociolinguistic aspects of Turkish dialects. She has published extensively on regional dialects including Mersin, Karakoyunlu, and Zonguldak varieties. Academic Rank: Assistant Professor Department: Turkish Language and Literature University: Eastern Mediterranean University Office: AS321 Email: gulseren.tor@emu.edu.tr Phone: +90 392 630 1387 Education: PhD in Turkish Language and Literature (1985-1994), Ankara University MS in Turkish Language and Literature (1982-1985), Ankara University BS in Turkish Language (1982), Ankara University Her research interests span multiple dimensions of Turkish dialectology, including morphological variation, phonological patterns, and sociolinguistic aspects of regional dialects. She has conducted extensive fieldwork on Anatolian and Northern Turkish dialects, with significant publications analyzing suffix usage, vowel harmony systems, and lexical variations across different regions. Her academic output shows a consistent focus on dialectal studies, with particular emphasis on Mersin dialect morphology Black Sea region dialect patterns Eastern Anatolian dialect documentation Historical linguistic analysis Cypriot Turkish variations Comparative suffix analysis
Dr. Aretousa Giannakou is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Languages and Literature, University of Cyprus, affiliated with the School of Humanities and Social Sciences. Her research focuses on second language acquisition, bilingualism, speech perception, and heritage speakers. She examines phonological and cognitive aspects of language learning, including vowel discrimination, phonological memory, and anaphora resolution in multilingual contexts. Her work bridges linguistics, psycholinguistics, and education, with notable contributions in analyzing Greek-Albanian heritage speakers' acoustic patterns, bidialectal speech perception, and comparative studies between monolinguals and bilinguals. She has authored a book on advances in second language acquisition (2023) and published extensively in journals like Lingua and Journal of Psycholinguistic Research . Giannakou’s research explores how age, linguistic background, and cognitive factors influence language processing, with implications for educational practices and multilingualism studies.
Gulshen Sakhatova serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Turkish and Middle Eastern Studies at the University of Cyprus, with prior academic appointments spanning eight institutions across Germany, Greece, and Turkmenistan. Her international career includes professorships at Georg-August University Göttingen (2017-2020), Aristotle University Thessaloniki (2015), and multiple German universities, alongside repeated visiting positions at the University of Cyprus since 2007. Her academic foundation includes an MA in Philology (German, English and World Literature) from Magtymguly Turkmen State University and a PhD in Turkology/Linguistics from Friedrich Wilhelm University Bonn (2004). This dual expertise enables sophisticated cross-linguistic analysis between Germanic and Turkic language families. Sakhatova's research centers on the structural intricacies of Turkic languages, particularly verb systems and modality phenomena in Turkish, Turkmen, and Cypriot Turkish variants. She investigates linguistic contact effects in multilingual environments, Turkmen's status as a 'degraded' Turkic language, and pedagogical challenges in teaching Turkish to Greek speakers. Her work bridges theoretical linguistics with practical language acquisition frameworks, emphasizing semantic-pragmatic interfaces and historical development pathways. Current research demonstrates strong productivity with 15+ publications since 2021, primarily in specialized linguistics journals and the Societas Uralo-Altaica series. Her output reveals consistent focus on modality systems (35%), dialectology (25%), and language pedagogy (20%), with growing emphasis on Greek-Turkish language contact phenomena through her two active research projects. She currently leads two major funded initiatives: 'A Manual for Language Instructors of Turkish to Greek L1 Learners' (2023-2025) and 'Teaching/Learning Turkish as SL/FL in Greek language classrooms' (2024-2025). These projects address critical gaps in pedagogical resources for Greek-speaking Turkish learners, examining interference patterns and developing context-specific teaching methodologies. Her international collaborations span institutions in Germany, Greece, Russia, and Turkey through co-authored publications and scholarly networks. Students benefit from engagement with active fieldwork projects, corpus development for endangered Turkic varieties, and participation in international academic exchanges. Her supervision emphasizes empirical research in Turkic linguistics with applications to language preservation and pedagogy, particularly relevant for scholars interested in Mediterranean language contact zones.
Prof. Dr. Vugar Sultanzade is the current Department Head at Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU) within the Faculty of Education , specifically the Department of Turkish and Social Sciences Education . He holds a PhD in Linguistics from the Azerbaijan Academy of Sciences and a BA in Philosophy from Azerbaijan State University. Education 1989-1992: PhD in Linguistics, Institute of Linguistics, Azerbaijan Academy of Sciences 1982-1989: BA in Philosophy, Azerbaijan State University His research spans historical linguistics , focusing on Turkic epics like the Book of Dede Korkut , and sociolinguistics , particularly code-switching in diaspora communities and loanword adaptation. He also explores phonetics and epigraphic analysis of Turkic runic scripts. Publications highlight his work on dialectal valency , orthographic evolution , and language contact in Cyprus and London. No specific scientific awards or grants are mentioned in the provided texts.
