Research Grant
[Cite as http://purl.org/au-research/grants/arc/DP150100845]Researchers: Dr Michael Proctor (Chief Investigator) , Mark Harvey (Chief Investigator) , Myfany Turpin (Chief Investigator)
Brief description Kaytetye and Prosodic Theory. This project addresses a central question about language. How well do we understand the structure of syllables and words? The project aims to examine the Australian language (Kaytetye), the unusual word and syllable structure of which suggests that models of syllable and word structure may require significant revision. The project aims to consider the implications of Kaytetye sound structure for general theories of phonology, and more importantly for ideas about universals in language. The project involves extensive documentation of Kaytetye, which is an endangered language. The project is expected to provide a detailed description of Kaytetye sound structures and articles addressing the implications of these findings for phonological theory.
Funding Amount $202,135
Funding Scheme Discovery Projects
- ARC : DP150100845
- PURL : http://purl.org/au-research/grants/arc/DP150100845
