Events
We have been hosting exciting events that advanced the study of language and cognition through collaboration and innovation.
Essentials of Generative Grammar
A four-day intensive course organized by the Department of Humanities and Social Sciences, IIT Madras, in collaboration with the Central Institute of Indian Languages, Mysuru. The course offered a deep dive into the principles of generative grammar, exploring its theoretical foundations and applications in linguistic research.
Date: June 11–14, 2025
Venue: IC & SR Building, IIT Madras, Chennai
Voice, Category and Copula
A two-day symposium that examined voice, copula, and ergativity in Indian languages through the lens of morphosyntax and category theory. The event featured talks and discussions on mixed categories, predication, and case alignment. Renowned linguists presented research on cross-linguistic patterns and structural variation.
Date: September 16-17 2024
Venue: Department of Humanities and Social Sciences, IIT Madras, Chennai
All About 'Voice': A Crosslinguistic Perspective
The two-day seminar that explored various aspects of voice constructions, drawing from theoretical frameworks, typological comparisons, and perspectives on language acquisition. The event featured insightful talks delivered by eminent linguists and included a series of scholarly paper presentations, academic discussions and cross-linguistic insights.
Date: April 14-15, 2023
Venue: IC & SR Building, IIT Madras, Chennai
Latest News
Congratulations to Gunti Prem Sagar
July 11, 2025
We are delighted to share that Gunti Prem Sagar has successfully graduated as a PhD scholar. He was awarded the degree at the convocation ceremony held on 11 July 2025. We extend our warm congratulations and best wishes for his career ahead.