Centre for Language Studies

The Centre for Language Studies (CLS) is a research institute dedicated to the understanding of language and the way we use it. Our researchers study this fascinating topic from different perspectives and in several contexts, using a variety of innovative research methods. CLS aims to conduct research that is also valuable for organisations and audiences outside the academic world.

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Karin Roelofs and Mark Dingemanse appointed members of the Royal Holland Society of Sciences and Humanities

26 February 2026 News item

The Royal Holland Society of Sciences and Humanities (KHMW), the oldest scientific academy in the Netherlands, recently appointed Karin Roelofs and Mark Dingemanse as new members.

Felix Ameka joins CLS advisory board

26 February 2026 News item

The faculty board of Radboud University has appointed Felix Ameka as a member of the advisory board of the Centre for Language Studies (CLS). His appointment takes effect on 1 March and consists of a period of three years.

Mirjam Broersma appointed Professor of Second Language Acquisition: Linguistic and Communicative Skills

23 February 2026 News item

As of December 1, 2025, Mirjam Broersma has been appointed Professor of Second Language Acquisition: Linguistic and Communicative Skills at the Faculty of Arts