International Conference on Historical Linguistics and Language Change

ICH2LC

18th Aug – 19th Aug 2026 Bologna, Italy

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Conference ICH2LC

Date 18th Aug – 19th Aug 2026

Location Bologna, Italy

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Conference Session Tracks

Aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals

The conference's session tracks effectively support the following SDGs.

01 The Evolution of Language: Historical Perspectives +

This track explores the historical trajectories of language evolution, focusing on significant shifts in phonetics, syntax, and semantics. Participants will examine case studies that illustrate the dynamic nature of language over time.

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02 Etymology and Language Change +

This session delves into the processes of word formation and semantic shifts, highlighting the role of etymology in understanding language change. Scholars will present research on the historical roots of words and their transformations across different languages.

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03 Comparative Linguistics: Methodologies and Applications +

This track focuses on comparative methods in linguistics, emphasizing their application in reconstructing proto-languages and understanding language families. Presentations will cover both theoretical frameworks and practical case studies.

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04 Morphological Change in Historical Contexts +

Participants in this session will investigate morphological shifts and their implications for language structure and function. The discussions will include analyses of inflectional and derivational changes across various languages.

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05 Diachronic Studies: Theoretical Approaches +

This track aims to present diverse theoretical frameworks for diachronic linguistics, examining how languages evolve over extended periods. Scholars will discuss the implications of these theories for understanding language history.

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06 Grammar Through Time: A Diachronic Perspective +

This session will explore the historical development of grammatical structures and their evolution across languages. Participants will analyze how syntactic and morphological rules have transformed over time.

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07 Language Contact and Change +

This track examines the effects of language contact on linguistic change, including borrowing, code-switching, and pidginization. Presentations will highlight case studies of languages that have undergone significant transformations due to contact.

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08 Philological Approaches to Language History +

This session focuses on philology as a method for studying historical texts and languages, emphasizing the importance of textual analysis in understanding language change. Scholars will present findings from their philological research.

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09 Sociolinguistic Factors in Language Change +

Participants will explore the social dimensions of language change, including the influence of social networks, identity, and power dynamics. The discussions will highlight how sociolinguistic factors contribute to linguistic evolution.

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10 Language Death and Revitalization +

This track addresses the phenomenon of language death and the efforts toward language revitalization, examining case studies from around the world. Participants will discuss the implications of language loss for cultural heritage and identity.

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11 The Role of Technology in Historical Linguistics +

This session investigates the impact of technology on the study of historical linguistics, including digital tools for data analysis and visualization. Scholars will present innovative methodologies that enhance our understanding of language change.

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