Linguistic Structure and Meaning

My theoretical work focuses on complex predicates, event structure, morphology, and the syntax–semantics interface, particularly in Persian and Armenian. I examine how the components of a predicate contribute to meaning and argument structure, and how similar meanings are expressed through different grammatical forms across languages. These questions inform my broader interest in the primitive relations underlying linguistic structure.

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Multilingual & Culturally Responsive AI

I work on language technologies for Persian and other underrepresented languages, including multilingual NLP, AI evaluation, and AI-assisted language learning. I’m interested in how linguistic structure and cultural context affect what systems can interpret and where their performance breaks down. This includes evaluating how language models handle pragmatic conventions, indirect meaning, and differences in social expectations across cultures.

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Narrative & Social Analysis

I use computational methods to identify events, participants, relationships, and timelines in text, and to examine how they combine into narratives. My work includes multilingual narrative analysis, social media discourse, and the relationship between language and online communities. I’m particularly interested in how different accounts organize the same events and convey different perspectives.

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Scientific Knowledge and Research Discovery

I have done some work in scientometrics examining connections among publications, researchers, and ideas. I use NLP and network analysis to explore how research topics develop and intersect, and how those relationships can help people navigate scientific literature. This also connects to my interest in toos for organizing research and synthesizing knowledge.

 

Language Learning & Education
Applying linguistic theory and AI to heritage language analysis, multilingual pedagogy, adaptive instruction, curriculum development, and culturally informed educational technologies.

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