NetWordS: the European Network on Word Structure (2011-2015) ESF RNP Mid-Term Report (2011-2013)

By networking experts of various research fields (including but not limited to Theoretical Linguistics, Cognition, Brain Sciences and Computing) and of different theoretical inclinations, NetWordS has set itself the fundamental goal of advancing the current awareness of theoretical, typological, psycholinguistic, computational and neurophysiological evidence on the structure and processing of words, with a view to promoting novel methods of research and assessment for grammar architecture and language physiology. The programme is pursued through knowledge sharing, dissemination and transfer, organised over a four year period, from May 2011 to April 2015. Thanks to its highly interdisciplinary profile, the programme promotes training of young scientists through short visits, exchange grants and Summer Schools. It encourages the novel integration of existing methodologies, sets common research priorities, and fosters virtual cross-disciplinary laboratories, partnerships and research infrastructures.