Josep Quer

About the Author

Josep Quer is a distinguished linguist and researcher specializing in sign language studies, with a career dedicated to bridging theoretical linguistics and empirical investigation. As a professor at the Universitat Pompeu Fabra in Barcelona, he has advanced our understanding of sign languages as fully-fledged natural languages, exploring their syntax, semantics, and acquisition. Quer's work emphasizes the parallels between signed and spoken languages, challenging traditional notions of linguistic universality. He has contributed significantly to international collaborations, including projects on European sign languages, and his scholarship continues to influence both academic discourse and practical applications in deaf education and community advocacy. With a focus on rigorous, interdisciplinary approaches, Quer remains a pivotal figure in the evolving field of sign language linguistics.