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Stanford's hub for the interdisciplinary study of modern Iran
Iran as a civilization is one of the oldest in the world. Modern Iran has been a pivotal force in shaping the crucial region of the Middle East. It is increasingly important for scholars, policy analysts, and decision-makers in every field to understand the intricacies of modern Iranian society, and the interplay between economics, religions, ideologies, and political cultures that together shape Iran’s character and behavior.
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The Iranian Studies Program at Stanford University announces the passing of a towering figure of Iranian literature and art, our esteemed colleague of the past fifteen years, Bahram Beyzaie (1938-2025). He passed away on his eighty-seventh birthday—the fifth of Dey, a date designated as…
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