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Marcelo Barra Ferreiraمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Semantics
• Pragmatics
• Computational Linguistics
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Marcelo Barra Ferreira is an Associate Professor in the Department of Linguistics at the University of São Paulo (USP), with a tenured position. He specializes in Semantics, Pragmatics, and Computational Linguistics. His research focuses on Indo-European languages, formal semantic analysis, and computational processing of natural language. Ferreira coordinates the postgraduate program in Linguistics at USP (2022–2026) and holds a CNPq 1D Research Productivity Scholarship, recognizing his contributions to academic research. He has a PhD in Linguistics from MIT (2005), preceded by a Master’s (2000) and Bachelor’s (1997) in Linguistics from the State University of Campinas (UNICAMP). His academic trajectory includes postdoctoral fellowships at USP (2008) and the University of Maryland (2015). Ferreira’s research explores topics like temporal semantics, modality, aspect, and computational linguistics. He co-leads the Grupo de Linguística Computacional (GLIC) and has authored influential textbooks on formal semantics and computational linguistics. His publications span theoretical linguistics, computational models, and Portuguese language analysis. Key contributions include studies on imperfectivity, necessity modals in Portuguese, and the semantics of determiner phrases. His work bridges formal theory with practical applications in computational linguistics, emphasizing cross-disciplinary collaboration.

• Corpus Linguistics
• Applied Linguistics
• Register Variation
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Larissa Goulart da Silva is an Assistant Professor of Linguistics at Montclair State University (MSU), affiliated with the College of Humanities and Social Sciences. She holds a PhD in Applied Linguistics from Northern Arizona University (2022), an MA in English Language Teaching from Warwick University (2016), and a BA in English and Portuguese Teaching from Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul (2014). Previously, she served as a Lecturer of TESOL at UFRGS and a Visiting Scholar at institutions including the University of Nebraska and NOVA University of Lisbon. Education: PhD in Applied Linguistics, Northern Arizona University (2018–2022) MA in English Language Teaching, Warwick University (2015–2016) BA in English and Portuguese Teaching, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul (2010–2014) Research Interests: Her work focuses on corpus-based approaches to register variation, academic discourse, and second language writing. Her research draws on teaching experiences in EFL/ESL and Portuguese as a foreign/second language in Brazil, the U.S., and the U.K. Key themes include: Linguistic complexity in academic writing Formulaic language use in L2 writing Methodological frameworks for corpus analysis Awards & Grants: Fulbright Language Teaching Assistantship (2017) A.S. Hornby Educational Trust Award (2015) AAAL Graduate Student Award (2020) Advising & Labs: Coordinates the Laboratory for Applied Corpus Linguistics Research at MSU. Supervised graduate and undergraduate research projects on topics like L2 writing development and corpus methodologies. Active in mentoring roles within academic and professional organizations. Labs/Teams: Leads the Laboratory for Applied Corpus Linguistics Research, focusing on corpus-driven investigations of language variation and pedagogical applications.

• Sign Language Linguistics
• Corpus Linguistics
• Multimodal Communication
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Lindsay Nicole Ferrara is a Professor in the Department of Language and Literature at NTNU. Her research focuses on sign language linguistics, particularly Norwegian Sign Language (NTS), and explores areas such as corpus linguistics, multimodal communication, and the interactional functions of gesture and gaze. She leads the Norwegian Sign Language Corpus project, aiming to document and analyze NTS in diverse ecological contexts. Key research interests include spatial cognition, depiction, and the semiotic diversity of signed language interactions. Her work bridges theoretical linguistics with applied research, emphasizing inclusivity and community-driven scholarship. Ferrara collaborates internationally and has contributed to advancing understanding of reference mechanisms, question-asking strategies, and the role of eye gaze in conversation. Her recent publications highlight cross-linguistic comparisons of signed languages, corpus development methodologies, and the analysis of interactional patterns in signed discourse. Ferrara also supervises doctoral students and teaches courses on signed language linguistics and research methodology. Her outreach activities include public lectures on sign language documentation and its societal impact.

• Linguistics
• Pragmatics
• Semantics
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Kaja Borthen is a Professor at the Department of Language and Literature at NTNU. Her research focuses on the intersection of pragmatics and semantics, particularly non-truth-conditional aspects of linguistic meaning. She investigates how pragmatic principles interact with encoded meaning to shape utterance interpretation in context, with specializations in referring expressions, implicatures, and pragmatic particles. Research Projects: NOT Project (2014-2017): Analyzed Norwegian pragmatic tags Cross-linguistic Nominal Forms Study (2007-2009) BREDT Project (2003-2006): Focused on anaphor resolution PhD Work (1999-2003): Examined Norwegian bare singulars Her recent work explores phenomena like pronominal right-dislocation in Norwegian and regional variation in pragmatic particles. She has contributed to foundational discussions on referential semantics and discourse coherence, integrating insights from relevance theory and cognitive linguistics. Teaching responsibilities include advanced courses in linguistic theory and research methodologies. Publications span journals like Glossa , Nordic Journal of Linguistics , and Journal of Pragmatics , reflecting her commitment to bridging theoretical linguistics with empirical discourse analysis.

• Scandinavian Linguistics
• Syntax
• Morphology
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Kristin Melum Eide is a Professor in Scandinavian Linguistics at NTNU's Department of Language and Literature, Faculty of Humanities, and holds a concurrent position as Professor II at Østfold University College. She has served as an elected member of NTNU's board of directors from 2013 to 2021. Eide earned her MA in Scandinavian linguistics (1996) and a PhD ('Dr. Art.') in linguistics (2002) at NTNU, with a doctoral thesis on Norwegian modals. Her research focuses on syntax, morphology, heritage languages (e.g., American Norwegian), modals, finiteness, and sociolinguistic phenomena. She has advised numerous graduate students in linguistics, focusing on topics like dialectology, language acquisition, and variation. Eide is a prolific author with over 100 publications, including monographs, academic articles, and edited volumes. She frequently contributes to public discourse on language policy and education through articles in Universitetsavisa and Adresseavisen . Her work spans theoretical linguistics (e.g., syntactic theory, finiteness) and applied sociolinguistics (e.g., language endangerment, language contact). Notable contributions include studies on Norwegian dialects, heritage language maintenance, and the role of language in cultural identity.

• Sociolinguistics
• Language didactics
• Language history
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Stian Hårstad is a Professor of Scandinavian Linguistics at the Department of Language and Literature, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). His research focuses on sociolinguistics, language didactics, language history, and digital writing practices. He holds a Cand.Philol. (2004) and PhD in Linguistics (2010) from NTNU, with his doctoral work examining youth speech variation in Trondheim. Previously, he served as an Associate Professor at Sør-Trøndelag University College (2010–2015) and as a visiting scholar at the University of Bern’s Center for the Study of Language and Society (2019). Key research projects include investigations into Norwegian Jewish language history (funded by Fritt Ord ), grammatical gender variation (GenVAC project), and multilectal literacy in education (MultiLit). He contributes to research groups like Language Ecologies – Norwegian Language(s) in Time and Space and Linguistic Diversity in School and Society . His work bridges historical linguistics, sociolinguistic theory, and language education, addressing topics like minority language dynamics, language policy, and media representation. Publications span academic articles in journals like Sociolinguistica and European Journal of Scandinavian Studies , as well as textbooks such as Blikk for språk (Cappelen Damm Akademisk) and edited volumes like Language Variation - European Perspectives V (John Benjamins). His recent work explores language shift among Norwegian Jews and the historical representation of Sami language use in Norwegian media. Teaching responsibilities include courses on sociolinguistics, dialectology, and language variation. He actively engages in public outreach through radio programs ( NRK P2 Språksnakk ) and lectures on topics ranging from Yiddish in Norway to digital writing practices.

• Reading Comprehension
• Linguistics
• Educational Psychology
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Julie Van Dyke is an Assistant Clinical Professor at the Child Study Center, Yale University. Her research focuses on reading comprehension mechanisms, linguistics, and educational interventions, employing eye-tracking technology and computational methods. She explores how text formatting, acoustic features, and linguistic structures influence comprehension across populations including ELL students and adolescents. Notable contributions include databases like DerLex and CompLex, analyzing word reading behavior through eye-movement studies. Her work bridges cognitive science with practical educational applications, addressing both theoretical and applied challenges in literacy development. Her academic contributions extend to special issue curation and peer-reviewed publication processes, reflecting her role in advancing scholarly discourse in reading research. While no explicit awards or student advisement are noted in the text, her prolific output since 2019 demonstrates sustained engagement with language processing, phonological awareness, and syntactic-semantic interactions in comprehension.

Marten Lutzمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Linguistics
• Bantu languages
• African languages
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Marten Lutz is a Professor of General and African Linguistics at SOAS University of London, UK. He holds a PhD in Linguistics from SOAS (1999) and additional qualifications in education and philosophy. His academic leadership roles include Head of the SOAS Doctoral School (2020–2023), Dean of the Faculty of Languages and Cultures (2015–2018), and Director of the London Confucius Institute (2015–2019). Research focuses on Bantu languages, comparative linguistics, and morphosyntactic variation in African languages. Fieldwork spans Kenya, Malawi, Namibia, Tanzania, and Zambia. He has received grants from Leverhulme, BA/Leverhulme, and the UK-Africa Academic Partnership. Key awards: SOAS SAAW Award (2020), Senior Fellow of HEA (2020), A.W. Mellon Fellowship (2014) Editor of Transactions of the Philological Society and Founding Chair of the International Bantu Languages Conference Teaching and academic service includes visiting fellowships at institutions like the University of Cape Town and Tokyo's ILLCA, as well as invited lectures at SWL4 (Lyon), ICHL16 (Heidelberg), and AFALA (Nairobi).

Dagmar Muchnováمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Ancient Greek linguistics
• Sentence and textual semantics
• Pragmatics
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Dagmar Muchnová is an Associate Professor at the Institute of Greek and Latin Studies, Faculty of Arts, Charles University in Prague. She has held leadership roles as Head (2010–2016) and Vice-Head of the Institute, and currently serves as Deputy Head of the Office of the Chief Administrative Officer. Her academic career spans over three decades, with key contributions to Ancient Greek linguistics. Education: Master's degrees in Latin/French (1976) and Ancient Greek (1980), CSc (1990), and Habilitation (2011) from Charles University. Research focuses on Ancient Greek syntax, semantics, and pragmatics , particularly negation, subordination, and discourse construction. Her work integrates classical philology with modern linguistic theories, including typology and discourse analysis. Recent publications emphasize negative concord , particle usage (epei, hoti, oun), and conditional clauses in Classical Greek. These align with her broader interests in grammatical thought in antiquity and textual organization. Scientific Awards: 2013 Charles University Prize for monograph quality Teaching and editorial roles include: Introductory and advanced Greek courses Editorial leadership for AUC Philologica and Auriga journals Supervision of doctoral, master’s, and bachelor’s theses She collaborates internationally, including with the Prague Linguistic Circle and Societas Linguistica Europaea , and contributes to projects like the Ministry of Education’s MSM 0021620825 (2005–2011).

G.C. Wakkerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Ancient Greek Linguistics
• Ancient Greek Literature
• Discourse Analysis
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Prof. dr. G.C. (Gerry) Wakker is a Professor of Ancient Greek Language and Literature at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Arts. He specializes in Ancient Greek linguistics, literature, and discourse analysis, with notable contributions to Hellenistic poetry and syntactic studies. His academic leadership roles include serving as Dean of the Faculty of Arts (2009–2019), Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer (2020–2024), and Director of OIKOS (the national research school in Classical Studies). Wakker's research explores topics such as discourse cohesion, conditional clauses, and the interplay between language and cultural context in ancient texts. He has published extensively on Hellenistic poetry, including works on Callimachus, Aristophanes, and the linguistic structures of ancient Greek. His affiliations include membership in the Royal Dutch Institute in Rome (KNIR) and peer review committees for the Netherlands Organisation for Scientific Research (NWO). His work bridges classical philology with modern linguistic theories, emphasizing functional grammar and textual analysis. Wakker’s contributions to the Classics field are further reflected in his editorial roles for journals and conference proceedings, as well as his role in interdisciplinary initiatives like CRASIS, a research institute focusing on classical studies at Groningen.

Joe Blytheمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Australian Aboriginal Languages
• Conversation Analysis and Interactional Linguistics
• Gesture
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Joe Blythe is an Associate Professor in the Department of Linguistics at Macquarie University. He specializes in Interactional Linguistics with a focus on Australian Indigenous languages such as Murrinhpatha, Gija, and Jaru. As co-leader of the Macquarie Linguistics Conversation Analysis Lab, he explores the interplay between linguistic structure and social action, emphasizing how conversational dynamics shape language evolution. Current projects include the ARC-funded CIARA (investigating Aboriginal conversational norms) and OzSpace (examining spatial language and cognition in Indigenous communities). Research Interests: Aboriginal Languages, Conversation Analysis, Kinship Systems, Child Language Acquisition, Language Evolution Teaching: Convenes courses on Indigenous Languages, Morphosyntax, and Language Evidence Leadership: Vice-President (Conferences) of the Australian Linguistic Society His work bridges ethnographic fieldwork with theoretical linguistics, analyzing how social interaction influences linguistic structures. Recent studies focus on multiparty conversation dynamics in endangered languages and the role of environment in shaping spatial semantics.

Petra Hendriksمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Linguistics
• Semantics
• Pragmatics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. dr. Petra Hendriks is a Professor of Semantics and Cognition at the Faculty of Arts, University of Groningen. She leads the Semantics and Cognition group within the Center for Language and Cognition Groningen (CLCG). Her research focuses on semantics, pragmatics, language development, and cognitive science, with a particular emphasis on language abilities in individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). She directs the NWO project 'Unraveling Language Learning in Autism' (2025–2030) and chairs the CLCG (2024–2028). Her academic affiliations include membership in the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (KNAW, since 2016), the Royal Holland Society of Sciences and Humanities (KHMW, since 2013), and Academia Europaea (since 2025). Key research contributions include studies on pronoun interpretation in children and adults, language processing in ASD, and cognitive modeling of reference systems. She has supervised over 20 PhD students and collaborates with institutions globally, including Stanford University and the University of Oldenburg.

• Pragmatics
• Semantics-Pragmatics Interface
• Accessibility Theory
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ariel Mira is a Full Professor in the Linguistics Department at Tel Aviv University, holding this position since 2006. Previously, they served as Associate Professor (1998-2006), Senior Lecturer (1992-1998), and Lecturer (1988-1992). They have held administrative roles including Chair of the Linguistics Department three times (1997-1999, 2003-2008, 2015-2018) and Chair of the Women’s Forum at Tel Aviv University (1997-1999). Education includes a Ph.D. in Linguistics from Tel Aviv University (1986), advised by Tanya Reinhart and Ellen Prince, an M.A. from the University of Pennsylvania (1978), and undergraduate studies at Tel Aviv University (1974-1976). Postdoctoral research was conducted at the University of London (1986-1987). Research focuses on pragmatics, semantics-pragmatics interface, accessibility theory, and grammaticalization. Key areas include scalar implicatures, reference linguistics, and relevance theory. Recent work explores pragmatic interpretations of linguistic constructs like 'or' and 'most', and semantic changes in verbs like 'bring' → 'give'. 2017–2020 Leadership roles in Societas Linguistica Europaea (President-elect, President, Vice-President) Notable publications include monographs on pragmatics (2010, 2008) and a highly cited book on noun-phrase accessibility (1990/2014) Administrative service includes roles in the School of Cultural Studies’ PhD Committee (2003–2007) and Budget Committee (1993–1997). Research has been published in top journals like Language , Journal of Linguistics , and Studies in Language .

• Humanities
• Philology
• Linguistics
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Dalė Roikienė is a Lecturer at the Šiauliai Academy. Her research focuses on Semantic Syntax and Space Relations , with a specialization in linguistics, particularly in English and Lithuanian language structures. She holds a PhD and has over 39 years of academic experience. Roikienė has contributed to numerous publications exploring topics such as ICT in language teaching, cross-linguistic comparisons of syntax and semantics, and translation methodologies. Her educational background includes studies at Vilnius University, and she has authored/co-authored books on pedagogical strategies, including English for Gifted Pupils and guidelines for competence development in English philology. Her work frequently intersects with language acquisition, translation challenges between English and Lithuanian, and the application of technology in educational settings. Research interests also encompass deadjectival verbs , spatial metaphors , and sentence structure analysis . She has presented at international conferences such as the Worldview in Language and Text: Linguistics and Poetics series, contributing to both theoretical and applied linguistics discourse.

• Linguistics
• French Language Studies
• Comparative Discourse Analysis
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Marge Käsper is a Lecturer in French Language and Linguistics at the University of Tartu's Faculty of Arts and Humanities, affiliated with the Institute of Foreign Languages and Cultures. She holds a Doctor's Degree from the University of Tartu (2017) focusing on comparative analysis of French and Estonian academic book reviews. Her career spans over 25 years, including roles as a Research Fellow (2020–2024) and administrative leadership in digital humanities initiatives. Education includes a PhD in French Studies (2017), MA in Phonetics from Paris 3 University (2000), and BA in French Language and Literature from the University of Tartu (1997). She has coordinated projects like the 'Digital Competence Development' initiative (2020–2021) and organized international conferences on discourse analysis and multilingual corpora. Research focuses on comparative linguistic discourse analysis, particularly in French and Estonian academic writing, media discourse during crises, and metaphorical language use. She has co-authored over 75 publications, including articles on pandemic communication, discourse particles, and cross-cultural media framing. Active in academic networks like DiscourseNet and Do.Ri.F, she contributes to international research collaborations such as the French-Estonian PARROT program. Key grants include leading the 'Conceptual Metaphors: Social Relevance and Estonian Database' project (2024–2027). Her work bridges linguistic theory with applied studies in digital humanities and crisis communication, emphasizing multilingual and cross-cultural perspectives.