The Conference on Laboratory Approaches to Spanish Phonology draws researchers from North America and Europe interested in experimental work that offers insight into the sound structure of Spanish. This may include, but is not limited to, data from phonetic, perception, language acquisition, psycholinguistic, and speech disorder studies.Abstracts are invited for 20-minute presentations in English or Spanish on any area of Spanish phonology from an experimental perspective. The phrase 'laboratory approaches' is intended in its broadest possible sense and includes any experimental work that offers insight into the sound structure of Spanish. This may include, but is not limited to, data from phonetic, perception, language acquisition,psycholinguistic, and speech disorder studies.A special session on the use of technology, including software, databases, and imaging techniques, will be held as part of the conference.Abstracts should not exceed one-page in length, Times (New Roman), 12 point with 1'' margins. A second page for references may be included.Two electronic copies (PDF format) must be provided, including one anonymous version. On a separate sheet, please include the following information: author's (i) name; (ii) affiliation; (iii) mailing address; (iv) e-mail address and (v) fax number.Authors should indicate whether they wish their presentation to be considered for the main session or workshop. Please send abstracts to:E- mail: lasp@utoronto.caInvited Speakers:John Kingston, University of MassachusettsEugenio Martínez Celdrán, Universitat de BarcelonaGeneral Inquiries Regarding the ConferenceLaura Colantoni(laura.colantoni@utoronto.ca)Jeffrey Steele(jeffrey.steele@utoronto.ca)Telephone: +1 416 813 4080Fax: +1 416 813 4084
