Modeling of semantic space is discussed with specific reference to the authors' NSFfunded project on knowledge representations in dictionaries, thesauri, and free text. Research findings are discussed in relation to future research needs. Keywords: semantic modeling, computing, text analysis, natural language, symbolic system access.
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