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Morphology Circle @ Penn State
Welcome to our homepage! The Morphology Circle is a hub for exploring the architecture of the mental lexicon. Our research integrates traditional linguistic theory with modern computational and experimental tools to test the underlying structure of words and the texture and structure of the mental lexicon. We are eager to collaborate with linguists, language scientists, and clinicians whose research interests intersect with ours! Current direction We are actively shifting our research to incorporate AI-driven analysis alongside our theoretical, experimental, and field-based research. By leveraging Python, NLTK, and SpaCy, we are moving beyond formal descriptions toward dynamic, reproducible models of linguistic phenomena - from morphology to the relationship between syntax, event & lexical semantics, and phonology. Our Focus: Fall 2026 This upcoming semester, alongside the integration of computational methods and tools into our research protocols to better model the predictive, hierarchical nature of lexical structures, our primary thematic focus is on categories and the categorization of lexical items. Bi-weekly lab meetings Our weekly lab meetings are collaborative and hands-on. We focus on:
Interested in joining us? If you are interested in attending, or being involved in our lab group in any capacity, please contact Prof. Mike Putnam ([email protected]). Our lab group is affiliated with The Linguistics Program and The Center For Language Science at Penn State. |
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