Papers & Activities
Working papers listed below are in preparation and have not been published. Events are listed as attendance or academic visits unless stated otherwise.
Working papers
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Pushing Back a Millennium: A New Inquiry into the Origins of the Iranian Qanat and Its Implications for Silk Road Studies
Working paper — not published
A study of the origins of Iranian qanats and their implications for Silk Road studies.
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A Study of the Evolution and Characteristics of Iran–Russia Relations
Working paper — not published
The historical development and defining features of Iran–Russia relations.
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From Travel to Understanding: Field Observations on the Culture, Identity and Political Orientations of the Iranian Diaspora in Canada
Working paper — not published
Field observations of the Iranian diaspora community in Canada.
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Major Problems of Chinese Enterprises Investing in Iran: An Analysis from a Subjective Perspective
Working paper — not published
An analysis of the challenges faced by Chinese enterprises investing in Iran.
Academic translation
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Stories of China's Ancient Capitals (Persian translation)
In progress
Chinese-to-Persian academic translation.
Conferences, lectures and academic visits
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Academic visit and exchange
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Academic visit and scholarly meeting with Professor Claus Pedersen
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Visit to the Islamic art collections
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Lecture by Professor Abbas Amanat: “Anxious Onlookers: Qajar Iran, Tipu Sultan of Mysore & British Colonial Expansion, 1797–1800”
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UBC Asian Studies Graduate Conference 2025: “Asia Through the Ages: Encounters, Narratives, Identities”
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Annual International Seminar, Middle East Research Center