11th Naxos Summer School on Diachronic Linguistics: Theoretical and Computational Approaches to Diachronic Linguistics

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The 11th Naxos Summer School on Diachronic Linguistics, subtitled Theoretical and Computational Approaches to Diachronic Linguistics, will be held from 19–24 July 2026 on the island of Naxos, Greece, bridging classic theoretical syntax with innovative computational technology in a truly interdisciplinary framework. The summer school is organized by the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens in collaboration with Arizona State University, University of Osnabrück, University of Cambridge, and the CIVIS Course "Diachronic Linguistics in the 21st Century".

Core Focus
Exploring the complexities of language change through theoretical frameworks and computational tools

Course leader

Nikolaos Lavidas, Alexander Bergs, Elly van Gelderen, Ioanna Sitaridou (National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, University of Osnabrück, Arizona State University, University of Cambridge)

Target group

This intensive program is designed for BA, MA, and PhD candidates passionate about this core focus. Whether you are investigating historical syntax, modeling linguistic evolution, or exploring digital corpora, this summer school offers a unique opportunity to engage with leading scholars and expand your research horizons in one of the most inspiring settings in the Mediterranean

Course aim

Participants will explore language evolution through a combination of theoretical courses, computational workshops, and master classes led by international experts. The summer school also features a dedicated workshop and poster session on the latest research in diachronic and computational linguistics. Up to 6 ECTS credits are available for successful participants

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