International Conference on Language Development, Aging, and Disorders
Shanghai, China
Tongji University, October 25-27th, 2024
Notice: The submmision deadline has been extended to August 31st!
Linguistic research encompassing the full spectrum of human life is rapidly emerging as a significant area of interest, playing a pivotal role in the development of a holistic linguistic theory. Under the support of China Association for Medical Language and Translation Studies, Tongji University will host the International Conference on Language Development, Aging, and Disorders from October 25 to 27, 2024. This conference encourages scholars from relevant disciplines to focus on linguistic research that spans from early childhood to advanced age, addressing key issues in language development and disorders. We hope to foster academic dialogue and collaboration within the field, ultimately serving to advance the welfare of human beings.
CALL FOR ABSTRACTS
The themes of the conference include but are not limited to the following aspects:
ØLanguage Development and Disorders in Children: We focus on the language acquisition process in children at different developmental stages and the various obstacles they may encounter. Research can include early intervention strategies, identification and treatment of language disorders, and the relationship between language and cognitive and social functions.
ØAdult Language Performance and Well-being: We explore how language use in adulthood interacts with physical and mental health. Research can focus on the role of language in screening and intervening both physical and mental health problems.
ØLanguage and Aging: We investigate language changes during the elderly period, including the impact of cognitive decline on language comprehension and production. Special attention is given to language disorders in old age, such as the effects of neurodegenerative diseases on language functions.
Abstracts should be submitted with a maximum of 500 words (not including references) and a title. A second page may be used to present relevant figures and tables. The abstract should clearly state how the paper will contribute to the themes of the conference. It should also provide a clear statement of the aims of the research, including the research question(s), some details about the methods used, and an overview of the results. Please provide the specific information including the author’s name, affiliation, and email address (see below).
Submission Deadline: August 31st, 2024
Submission Email: ageing@tongji.edu.cn
PLENARY SPEAKERS (in alphabetic order)
wAnnette Gerstenberg, University of Potsdam - Gerontolinguistics
wBoyd Davis, University of North Carolina at Charlotte - Gerontolinguistics
wChang Hui, Shanghai Jiao Tong University - Language acquisition and processing, foreign language teaching and testing, aphasia
wDong Yanping, Zhejiang University - Gerontolinguistics
wGu Yueguo, Beijing Foreign Studies University - Gerontolinguistics
wGwen Bouvier, Shanghai International Studies University - Health Discourse
wHu Jianhua, Guangdong University of Foreign Studies - Child Linguistics
wLouise Cummings, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University - Clinical Linguistics
wMa Wen, Shandong University - Clinical Linguistics
wYang Xiaohu, Tongji University - Phonetics
wYang Yiming, Jiangsu Normal University - Neurolinguistics
wYoshiko Matsumoto, Stanford University - Pragmatic Disorders
YOUNG SCHOLAR KEYNOTE SPEECH
Selected from submitted papers.
CONFERENCE FORMAT
The conference will be held in hybrid format: onsite and online. We encourage on-site participation.
IMPORTANT DATES
wDeadline for Abstract Submission: August 31, 2024
wIssuance of Invitation: September 20, 2024
wRegistration Time （for in-person participant）: October 24, 2024
wConference Dates: October 25 to 27, 2024
REGISTRATION FEE
1000 CNY per person (half for full-time students)
Participants are responsible for their own transportation and accommodation arrangements.
Bank Payment:
- Account Name: Tongji University
- Account Number: 033267-00812000848
- Bank: Agricultural Bank of China, Shanghai Xiangyin Branch
After receiving the invitation, please complete the payment before October 1st, 2024, and include a remark “Name + International Conference on Language” when remitting the fee.
LOCATION
The conference will be held in 1239 Siping Road, Tongji University in Shanghai, China.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Recommended hotels for the conference are as follows. Participants can book through online platforms or phone calls, and accommodation costs are settled by the participants.
The nearby hotels are as follows:
① The Kingswell Hotel, Tongji
Address: No. 50, Zhangwu Road, Yangpu District (300m away from Siping Campus)
Transportation: Metro Line 10, Line 18, Line 8
Price: About CNY500
Reservation Telephone: (86) 021-33626888
② Shanghai Wujiaochang Radisson Red Hotel
Address: No. 1251, Siping Road, Yangpu District (350m away from Siping Campus)
Transportation: Metro Line 10, Line 18, Line 8
Price: About CNY600
Reservation Telephone: (86) 021-65986888
③ Hanting Hotel
Address: No. 777, Siping Road, Hongkou District (1.3km away from Siping Campus)
Transportation: Metro Line 8, Line 10, Line 4
Price: About CNY300
Reservation Telephone: (86) 021-66188588
(Note: Prices may fluctuate during peak season.)
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