Tannaz Karimi

: A Review of the Necessities and Functions of Regulatory Networks

A Review of the Necessities and Functions of Regulatory Networks

An Examination of the History of the Establishment of Regulatory Networks and Identification of the Necessities, Functions, and Tools of Regulatory Networks in the Country Abstract Regulatory agencies are nowadays considered an undeniable necessity for modern governance. Following the widespread adoption of the regulatory state concept, the number of such agencies has grown significantly across […]

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Mapping the Iranian Public Mind During Wartime Crisis: An Analysis of a Three-Phase Public Opinion Survey

Mapping the Iranian Public Mind During Wartime Crisis: An Analysis of a Three-Phase Public Opinion Survey

The public response in Iran during the intense 12-day war was not merely a momentary reaction—it was a complex map of cognitive, emotional, and behavioral transformations as Iranian society faced external threats. The findings of this study reveal that public opinion during crises behaves like a living, dynamic entity—shifting from waves of anger and sorrow

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Rethinking the Training of Policy Researchers: Requirements, Challenges, and Solutions

Rethinking the Training of Policy Researchers: Requirements, Challenges, and Solutions

In the country’s ecosystem of intellectual development, training thoughtful, policy-oriented individuals is not a short-term educational project but a foundational strategy for cultivating soft power and reinforcing the knowledge base of governance. The first session of the “Taraz” series (Comprehensive Model for Training Think Tanks) aims to revisit existing institutional experiences and initiate a strategic

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The Necessity of Disease Prevention through Physical Activity and Exercise

The Necessity of Disease Prevention through Physical Activity and Exercise

Examining the Importance of Physical Activity and Exercise in Preventing Diseases and Their Impact on Reducing Healthcare Costs In recent decades, the world has witnessed significant changes in human lifestyles and living patterns, which have directly impacted public health. Industrialization, urbanization, dietary changes, and reduced physical activity are among the factors that have led to

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The Trend of Artificial Intelligence Use in Financial Institutions and Smart Banking

The Trend of Artificial Intelligence Use in Financial Institutions and Smart Banking

An analysis of the impact of AI on the banking system and its various applications in financial institutions and smart banking across different countries Abstract Today, artificial intelligence technologies are advancing rapidly, and their transformative impact is evident across various industries. Following the COVID-19 pandemic in late 2019, the volume of digital interactions worldwide increased

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Zionism: A Colonial Project That Can Only Be Broken by Reconstructing the Global Order

Mohannad Ayyash Analyzes Zionism as a Colonial System at the Fourth KHANA Expert Meeting At the fourth international expert meeting of KHANA, Mohannad Ayyash, a PhD in sociology and a member of the Palestinian Policy Network (Al-Shabake) and the Institute for Palestine Studies (IPS), engaged in a discussion with Fatemeh Sa’adati, analyzing Zionism as a

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As-Suwayda Province in Southern Syria: The Painful Domain of Ahmad al-Shar’a

As-Suwayda Province in Southern Syria: The Painful Domain of Ahmad al-Shar’a

A Commentary by the Tehran Think Tank on Recent Developments in Southern Syria, Internal Clashes, and Israeli Attacks in the Region Abstract Bloody Unrest in Suwayda: A Local Conflict with Regional Implications The southern Syrian province of Suwayda has recently witnessed violent clashes that began with a highway robbery and escalated into armed conflict between

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Afghan Migrants in Iran: Threat or Opportunity?

Afghan Migrants in Iran: Threat or Opportunity?

Exclusive Commentary by KHANA Tannaz Karimi, M.A. in Political Science – Over the past four decades, Iran has hosted millions of Afghan migrants. However, following recent developments, approximately 250,000 to 300,000 have left the country. This trend can be analyzed within communitarian theories—especially Michael Walzer’s perspective—which argues that accepting migrants must align with citizens’ consent

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Examining the Governance of Industrial Cybersecurity in the Power Grid

Examining the Governance of Industrial Cybersecurity in the Power Grid

A study of the experiences of the United States and India in strengthening the power grid against cyberattacks, and proposing recommendations for improving the structure of the industrial security governance system within the country Abstract Electric energy is a crucial prerequisite for the advancement of economic, social, and welfare sectors in all societies and countries.

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Lack of Student Skills and the Challenge of Graduate Unemployment

Lack of Student Skills and the Challenge of Graduate Unemployment

A Review of the Higher Education Reform Roadmap for Developing Skilled Human Resources and Identifying the Causes of Graduate Unemployment in Iran Abstract Currently, the widespread lack of skills and unemployment among university graduates in Iran has become a structural challenge within the higher education system and employment policy framework. Despite an overall national unemployment

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