We’re thrilled to announce that Carlos Gussenhoven will be a keynote speaker at the International Conference on Phonetics and AI in Language Education, taking place June 3–5, 2026, in Hong Kong!
Carlos is a world-renowned expert in phonetics, intonation, tone languages, and prosody, with decades of research spanning languages such as Mandarin, Cantonese, Limburgish, and Nigerian English. His work explores how the subtle features of speech—like pitch, tone, and stress—shape meaning and communication across languages.
His keynote, “Dissecting Language Prosody”, will dive into:
- Distinguishing linguistic vs paralinguistic intonation
- Understanding why some languages appear to have stress when they don’t
- How tone contrasts influence perception across different languages
Carlos’ research offers insights into the foundations of speech that are essential for anyone working with language, learning, or technology, making this keynote a highlight of Phonetics 2026 Hong Kong.
With cutting-edge research, an incredible line-up of speakers, and a dynamic international setting, this conference is shaping up to be unmissable for linguists, educators, and language enthusiasts alike.
Check out Carlos’ full profile here: Carlos Gussenhoven – Keynote Speaker
Call for Papers: Phonetics 2026 Hong Kong
The International Linguistic Society invites submissions for Phonetics 2026 Hong Kong, taking place 3–5 June 2026. The conference aims to advance research in phonetics and explore the growing applications of AI in language education.
We welcome contributions across a wide range of topics, including:
- Phonetic research: theoretical, experimental, and applied
- Core areas: speech physiology, acoustics, and perception
- Interdisciplinary work: psycho-, neuro-, socio-, and computational phonetics
- Applications: phonetic education, disorders, technology, and AI-powered tools for language learning
The conference will feature keynotes by leading scholars, oral and poster presentations, and hybrid participation options for in-person and online attendees. Accepted abstracts will be published as expanded 4-page papers in the Linguistic Proceedings.
Venue:
Lecture Hall N203, West Kowloon Campus, Hong Kong Polytechnic University/Hybrid participation available.
How to Submit:
Visit the conference page for submission instructions and updates:
Phonetics 2026 Hong Kong – International Conference on Phonetics and AI in Language Education
Contact:
For inquiries, please contact the Organising Committee at contact@linguistic-society.com.
Join us in Hong Kong to share your research, connect with global experts, and advance the
future of phonetics and AI in language education!
