جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Beáta Wagner-Nagyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Uralic Linguistics
• Samoyedic Languages
• Language Documentation
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Professor Dr. Beáta Wagner-Nagy is faculty at the University of Hamburg's Institute for Finno-Ugric/Uralic Studies, specializing in Samoyedic languages and Uralic linguistics. She leads corpus development projects for endangered Northern Eurasian languages and teaches courses ranging from introductory linguistics to advanced topics in Uralic studies. Research focuses on language documentation, morphological analysis, and syntactic structures of endangered Uralic languages, particularly Nganasan and Selkup. Her corpus linguistics work enables computational analysis of linguistic structures in indigenous languages. Publications include grammatical descriptions, text editions, and digital language resources. Recent work analyzes clause linkage strategies, negation systems, and predicate structures across Uralic languages using corpus-based methodologies.

Valentine Hacquardمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Formal Semantics
• Syntax
• Pragmatics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Valentine Hacquard is a Professor of Linguistics at the University of Maryland, affiliated with the College of Arts and Humanities. She holds an additional affiliation as Affiliate Professor in Philosophy. Her research focuses on formal semantics, syntax, and pragmatics, with a particular emphasis on modality, attitude reports, and their acquisition. She has supervised numerous PhD students, including notable alumni such as Alexis Wellwood and Aaron Steven White. Hacquard’s work bridges theoretical linguistics and experimental research, investigating how children learn complex linguistic concepts like modal verbs and attitude predicates. Her research interests include the syntax-semantics interface of modals, the role of syntactic and pragmatic cues in language acquisition, and cross-linguistic variation in modal systems. She has received funding from NSF grants for projects on modality and attitude verb acquisition. Hacquard has taught courses such as 'Language and Theory of Mind' and 'Semantics and Pragmatics,' reflecting her interdisciplinary approach to language study. Hacquard’s recent work examines how children discern modal force (possibility vs. necessity) and interpret syntactic structures in attitude reports. Her lab, supported by NSF grants, investigates language acquisition through behavioral experiments and corpus analyses. She collaborates with researchers on projects like the ModSquad, exploring modal variation and change. Hacquard’s contributions have been published in top journals like Journal of Child Language and Natural Language Semantics .

Aron Hirschمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Linguistics
• Syntax
• Semantics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Aron Hirsch is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Linguistics at the University of Maryland. His research focuses on syntax, semantics, and their interfaces, with particular attention to focus particles, quantifier scope, and language acquisition. He investigates topics such as exception marking, scalar implicatures, and form-meaning mismatches in natural language. His work combines formal analysis with experimental methods, exploring cross-linguistic variation and cognitive underpinnings of linguistic structures. Key research areas include: syntax-semantics interface, formal semantics, psycholinguistics, computational linguistics, and language acquisition. His recent studies address questions such as how scalar particles like 'only' interact with logical form, the nature of cumulative readings in focus constructions, and children's quantifier production in German and Italian. Publications span 2011–2024, showing sustained engagement with core issues in theoretical linguistics. Notable themes include syntactic derivation processes (e.g., conjunction reduction), prosodic phrasing effects, and experimental investigations of presupposition projection in disjunction. His research bridges formal theory with empirical methods, contributing to our understanding of linguistic structure and processing. No scientific awards explicitly mentioned in the provided texts. Current advising and grant activities are not detailed in the source materials. Affiliated with labs such as the EEG/ERP Lab and Maryland Neuroimaging Center through departmental resources.

Shevaun Lewisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Autism
• Language Acquisition
• Language Disorders
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Shevaun Lewis is an Associate Research Professor and Assistant Director of the Maryland Language Science Center at the University of Maryland. She also serves as Director of the University of Maryland Autism Research Consortium (UMARC) since 2022. Her academic background includes a Ph.D. in Linguistics from the University of Maryland. Her research focuses on autism, language acquisition, language disorders, and pragmatics. She explores how structural constraints influence language processing, particularly in pronoun resolution and belief report interpretation in children. Her work bridges theoretical linguistics with experimental approaches in psycholinguistics and cognitive science. Lewis’s publications (2011–2017) highlight interdisciplinary themes, including the interaction between syntax and pragmatics, developmental pragmatics, and autism-related language challenges. Her administrative roles emphasize fostering collaboration across disciplines within the university’s language science and autism research communities.

Alex de Carvalhoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Language Acquisition
• Syntax Development
• Language Processing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Alex de Carvalho is an Associate Professor of Psychology at Université de Paris, affiliated with the Laboratoire de Psychologie du Développement et de l'Éducation de l'Enfant (LaPsyDÉ). He holds a PhD in Cognitive Sciences from École normale supérieure, PSL University (2017) and conducted postdoctoral research at the University of Pennsylvania with John Trueswell. His research focuses on language acquisition, syntax development, and cognitive mechanisms in children. Education: PhD in Cognitive Sciences, École normale supérieure, PSL University (2017) M.A. in Cognitive Sciences, École normale supérieure, Paris (2014) B.A. in Linguistics/Education, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (2011) Research Interests: Language acquisition, syntax development, prosody-syntax interaction, and real-time language processing in infants and young children. His work employs methods like eye-tracking and EEG to study how children integrate prosodic, syntactic, and semantic cues during language learning. Collaborations: Partnerships with institutions in the USA (University of Pennsylvania, Temple University, University of Delaware), UK (University of Edinburgh), and Brazil (Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro). Teaching: Leads courses on developmental psychology, language acquisition, and research methods at Université de Paris and École Normale Supérieure. Supervises graduate and undergraduate students in experimental research. Labs: Director of the BabyLab at École normale supérieure, focusing on early language development and cognitive processes.

Alexander Williamsمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Philosophy of Language
• Semantics
• Syntax
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Alexander Williams is an Associate Professor in the Departments of Linguistics and Philosophy at the University of Maryland, College Park. He is also a member of the Maryland Language Science Center. His research focuses on the intersection of semantics, syntax, and philosophy of language, with special attention to event structures, argument relations, and their acquisition and processing in human cognition. Key areas include syntactic bootstrapping in child language, event perception, and formal semantic analysis of quantifiers and control structures. Williams’ work spans theoretical linguistics and empirical psycholinguistics. He has explored how children infer word meanings through syntactic cues, the cognitive limits of visual event representation (e.g., 4-participant trade events), and the psychological reality of syntactic theories like restricted quantification. He co-leads the NSF-funded project Transitivity of Sentences and Scenes in Early Language Development , involving collaborations with students and researchers like Laurel Perkins and Tyler Knowlton. His teaching includes graduate courses on semantics and syntax, and undergraduate philosophy of language. He has advised over 20 graduate students and served on numerous dissertation committees, fostering a vibrant research community in language sciences. Key contributions include redefining event semantics, challenging traditional views of thematic relations, and advancing methodologies for studying implicit control in sentence processing. His work bridges formal analysis with experimental rigor, influencing both linguistic theory and cognitive science.

Masaaki Kamiyaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Japanese Linguistics
• Language Acquisition (First and Second)
• Syntax
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Masaaki Kamiya is an Associate Professor of Japanese and Director of the Linguistics Program at Hamilton College. His research focuses on syntax, semantics, and language acquisition, with a particular emphasis on Japanese linguistics and pedagogy. He holds a Ph.D. in Linguistics from the University of Maryland and has held multiple teaching and administrative roles at Hamilton since 2002. Dr. Kamiya’s academic credentials include a Ph.D. from the University of Maryland, an M.Ed. from East Carolina University, and a B.A. from Dokkyo University. He has also participated in an educational exchange program at Bryn Mawr College. His research explores topics such as first/second language acquisition, syntactic and semantic structures in Japanese, pragmatics, and the role of prosody in language processing. Notable works include studies on Japanese nominalizations, L2 prosody effects, and gesture’s role in resolving scopal ambiguity. Dr. Kamiya has received numerous awards, including the Christian A. Johnson Teaching Award (2011) and multiple Emerson Summer Collaboration Grants. His publications span journals like Natural Language & Linguistic Theory and Journal of Japanese Linguistics . He advises students in linguistics and Japanese studies, coordinates the Japanese Program, and has led initiatives such as the Asia Forum and Phi Sigma Iota honor society. His courses include advanced Japanese language instruction, morphology/syntax, and conversation analysis using Japanese media.

• First and second language acquisition
• Childhood bilingualism
• Reading acquisition
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Belma Haznedar is a full Professor at Boğaziçi University's Faculty of Education, Department of Applied Linguistics. She holds a Ph.D. in Linguistics from Durham University and specializes in childhood bilingualism, language acquisition, and literacy development. Her research examines cognitive and linguistic aspects of bilingual education, particularly in Turkish-speaking populations. Education includes: Ph.D. in Linguistics, University of Durham (1997) M.A. in Applied Linguistics, University of Durham (1992) B.A. in English Language Education, Hacettepe University (1989) Her research explores morphosyntactic development in bilingual children, reading acquisition in transparent orthographies, and teacher training for migrant populations. Recent work focuses on developing digital tools for heritage language preservation and literacy assessment frameworks. Publications demonstrate sustained focus on bilingual cognition, with recent trends emphasizing technology-mediated language learning and cross-cultural educational strategies. She has advised 12+ graduate students on topics spanning reading acquisition, spelling development, and bilingual literacy. Active in EU-funded projects including EU-SPEAK-3 (migrant teacher training) and COST Action ELN (European Literacy Network). Collaborates with international researchers on multilingual education policy.

• Psycholinguistics
• Sentence Processing
• Prosodic Analysis
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Nazik Dinçtopal Deniz is an Assistant Professor at Boğaziçi University's Department of Foreign Language Education, with a secondary appointment in the Cognitive Science program. Her research examines first and second language processing mechanisms, especially the role of prosody in syntactic and morphological disambiguation in Turkish. Research investigates rhythmic influences in sentence processing, prosodic resolution of ambiguities, and cross-linguistic factors in L2 processing. Current projects include a TÜBİTAK-funded study on negative polarity items in Turkish L1/L2 acquisition. Directs the Psycholinguistics Laboratory equipped with eye-tracking technology. Supervised 5 graduate theses on topics including focus processing and agreement asymmetries. No major scientific awards documented.

Alexander Werthمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• German Linguistics
• Dialectology
• Historical Linguistics (Early Modern period)
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Prof. Alexander Werth is a Professor of German Linguistics and Chair holder (W3) at the University of Passau since 2021. He previously held acting professorships at the Universities of Augsburg, Bonn, and Erlangen-Nuremberg (2017–2021). His academic career includes a Dr. phil. (2009) and extensive research roles at the German Language Atlas Research Center (2007–2021) and the Institute for the German Language in Mannheim (2006). His research focuses on German dialectology, historical linguistics (especially the Early Modern period), syntax-morphology interactions, phonology, and psycholinguistics. Key projects include the Fränkisches Wörterbuch , the PhonD2 database, and the DFG-funded Freie und gebundene Variation in der Grammatik (2023–2026). He also leads the DFG-funded Graduiertenkolleg Dynamik und Stabilität sprachlicher Repräsentationen (2022–2025) and collaborates on international double-degree programs in German Studies, such as with the University of South Bohemia and the Turkish-German University Istanbul. Werth serves as Founding Dean of Studies in the Faculty of Humanities and Cultural Studies (since 2023), chairs and holds deputy roles in multiple examination committees, and is Managing Director of the Department of Linguistic Research at the Institute for Cultural Research of Eastern Bavaria and Neighbouring Regions (since 2024). He contributes to editorial roles for journals like Journal of Language Variation and Sociolinguistics and has authored/co-authored monographs on topics like intra-individual variation and phonological word structure. His academic involvement extends to professional associations, including the Society for the History of Germanic Language (Board member), the Franconian Dictionary Project Committee, and the Association for University German Studies in Bavaria (Deputy Chairman since 2024).

• Developmental Dyslexia
• Speech Therapy
• Special Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ekaterina Vatkova Todorova is an Associate Professor at New Bulgarian University's Department of Health and Social Work. She holds a PhD in Psychology and has over 25 years of academic experience, including roles as Dean of the Undergraduate Faculty and Director of multiple programs. Her expertise spans developmental dyslexia, speech therapy, and special education, with a focus on inclusive practices and interventions for learning disorders. Education: Doctor of Psychology (2006): Dissertation on morphological ability in children with dyslexia Master's in Speech Therapy (1995): Sofia University Research Interests: Neurodevelopmental disorders in literacy acquisition Clinical assessment of articulation disorders Technology-based interventions for special needs education Inclusive education policy development Key Projects: Co-developed Bulgaria's first dyslexia screening program at NBU Lead researcher in EU-funded projects addressing communication disorders Designed adaptive literacy programs for physically disabled children Affiliations: Board Member, Bulgarian Dyslexia Association Member, Institute of Mental Health and Development Founder, NBU's Dyslexia Support Program Grants & Leadership: Directed 9国家级 research projects (2007-2020) Secured €1.2M in EU funding for inclusive education initiatives Recipient of NBU's Excellence in Academic Leadership Award (2016)

Giosuè Baggioمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cognitive Science
• Neurolinguistics
• Psycholinguistics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Giosuè Baggio is a Professor of Psycholinguistics at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), affiliated with the Department of Language and Literature within the Faculty of Humanities. His research integrates cognitive science, neurolinguistics, and philosophy to explore language, logic, and music as models of human cognitive complexity. He co-directs the Language Acquisition and Language Processing Lab and coordinates English linguistics teaching. Education: Philosophy (University of Pavia/Strasbourg), MSc in Logic, Language & Computation (University of Amsterdam), PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience (Donders Institute, Nijmegen). Prior to NTNU, he worked at the Max Planck Institute for Psycholinguistics and SISSA (Trieste). Research focuses on semantic composition, neural correlates of language processing, and interdisciplinary theories linking linguistics to neuroscience. Key books include *Meaning in the Brain* (2018) and *Neurolinguistics* (2022, translated into Arabic/Spanish). Recent work explores ERP studies of morphological agreement, computational complexity in quantifier verification, and neural markers of musical perception. Awards: None explicitly listed. However, his impactful publications and book translations indicate scholarly recognition. Supervision spans linguistics and cognitive science topics at all levels. Active in outreach, advocating for evidence-based academic practices and interdisciplinary collaboration. Labs/Teams: Co-director of the Language Acquisition and Language Processing Lab. Teaching includes courses on semantics, pragmatics, and cognitive neuroscience of language.

Tina Louise Ringstadمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• First language acquisition
• Linguistic variation
• Norwegian language
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Tina Louise Ringstad is an Associate Professor in Norwegian/Norwegian didactics at NTNU's Department of Teacher Education, Faculty of Social and Educational Sciences. She holds a PhD in Linguistics (2021) and MA (2014) from NTNU, and a BA from Telemark University College and University of Iceland. Her research focuses on first language acquisition, syntax, and Norwegian linguistic variation. Education: PhD in Linguistics, NTNU (2021) MA in Norwegian, NTNU (2014) BA in Norwegian/Scandinavian, Telemark University College and University of Iceland Research Interests: Her work examines how children acquire syntactic variation in Norwegian embedded clauses, particularly involving negation. She investigates the interplay between innate grammatical structures and input-driven learning. Key projects include the CHILDES Norwegian Ringstad Corpus (3 Trøndelag children aged 1;10-2;8) and the GrammaKiKK project on grammatical competence in education. Teaching: Leads courses in Norwegian language education, research ethics, and scientific methods. Taught Norwegian at University of Edinburgh (2014-2015). Media Engagement: Regular contributor to NRK P2's Språksnakk radio program, discussing language topics. Participated in Forsker Grand Prix science communication competitions (2018). Professional Activities: Organized NoSlip PhD conference (2016) PhD representative in Humanities programme board (2015-2017) Member of Nynorsk network in teacher education

Kevin J. Holmesمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cognitive Science
• Language and Thought
• Categorization
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kevin J. Holmes is Associate Professor of Psychology and Chair of the Psychology Department at Reed College. A cognitive scientist studying knowledge structures, his research examines how language shapes thought and how people reason about complex real-world issues. His work integrates cognitive psychology and linguistics to investigate categorization, framing effects, and spatial cognition. Holmes employs experimental methods to develop theory-driven insights about mind and language, often collaborating with undergraduate researchers. He teaches core courses in cognitive psychology (PSY 366), statistical analysis (PSY 348), and specialized seminars on language-thought relationships (PSY 342). Holmes directs the Thought Lab, examining pragmatic inference in linguistic framing. Honors include the James McKeen Cattell Sabbatical Fellowship and election as Fellow of the Psychonomic Society. Education: Ph.D. in Cognitive Psychology from Emory University Postdoctoral Fellowship in Cognitive Science at UC Berkeley M.A. in Psychology from Stanford University B.A. in Human Biology from Stanford University

Pilar Garcés-Conejos Blitvichمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Conflict/Aggression
• Im/politeness models
• Genre theory
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Pilar Garcés-Conejos Blitvich, Ph.D. is a Professor of English at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNC Charlotte), affiliated with the Department of English in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Her work focuses on pragmatics, (im)politeness studies, and digital discourse analysis. She holds a Ph.D. in English from the University of Valencia (Summa cum Laude), along with a Master’s and Bachelor’s in English Philology with a focus on linguistics. Her research interests include conflict and aggression in discourse, im/politeness models, genre theory, identity construction, and digital/legacy media. She co-edits the Journal of Language of Aggression and Conflict (John Benjamins) and the Focus on (Im)politeness book series (Routledge). She serves on editorial boards for journals like Journal of Pragmatics , Journal of Contrastive Pragmatics , and Internet Pragmatics . Blitvich is a co-founder of the ADDA International Conference on Digital Discourse Analysis and a member of the International Pragmatics Association. Her research explores topics such as Cancel Culture, online identity negotiation, and language aggression. She has authored/co-authored over 50 peer-reviewed publications and edited volumes, with recent work examining moral panics, influencer discourse, and intergroup communication. She actively participates in research projects like DIHIS (Digital Humanities Initiative) and PATDISC (Project on Pragmatics and Digital Discourse). Her teaching spans undergraduate and graduate courses in pragmatics, sociolinguistics, and digital discourse analysis.