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Itamar Francez works as an Associate Professor in the Department of Linguistics at the University of Chicago, focusing on semantics and pragmatics, particularly the intricate interplay between lexical and contextual factors in inferential behaviors. He conducts research that explores morphological and morpho-syntactic patterns, especially within the Hebrew language, while also addressing language ideologies and the socio-cultural and political dimensions of language and discourse. Francez's recent publications delve into the Syntax-Semantics interface and investigate how language can intersect with themes of violence, representation, and social identity through his courses on linguistic meaning. His teaching includes foundational explorations into the structure and use of language, as well as specialized seminars that examine the empirical complexities of meaning in human communication.
Department of Philosophy