Department of Linguistics (Stanford University)

The Department of Linguistics at Stanford University is an academic unit dedicated to the scientific study of language. It explores how languages are structured, how they differ and change, and how people use them to communicate. The department combines theoretical research with practical applications, including language acquisition, cognitive processes, and computational modeling. Faculty and students collaborate across disciplines such as psychology, computer science, and anthropology, fostering a comprehensive understanding of language phenomena. Overall, it advances knowledge about human language and contributes to fields like artificial intelligence, language education, and language preservation.