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Iran’s Innovation Ecosystem: Strategic Roadmap for Accelerators

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The development of a knowledge-based economy relies heavily on an efficient innovation ecosystem, of which Accelerators are a fundamental pillar. These institutions play a critical role in nurturing creative ideas and transforming nascent startups into successful businesses. In Iran, approximately 80 Accelerators are active, mostly concentrated in Tehran, operating across diverse technological fields such as […]

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The Instability of Renewable Systems: Lessons from Europe’s 2025 Blackout

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The widespread power outage that struck parts of Europe in April 2025, particularly the Iberian Peninsula, served as a critical wake-up call for the global energy transition. Initial technical reviews indicated that the primary cause was a dangerous confluence of factors: a rapid increase in unstable renewable systems (solar and wind) without corresponding development in

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Digital Resilience: A Psychological Shield in the Age of Information Abundance

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An analytical note by the Darmani Think Tank on digital resilience: a new skill for managing cognitive and emotional pressures in cyberspace Digital Resilience: Managing Information Overload in the Digital Age 1. The Challenge of Information Abundance Modern users do not lack information—they are overwhelmed by it. Flooded with conflicting data, narratives, and analyses, people

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A Comparative Analysis of Brand Architecture with European Countries

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A review of successful European countries’ experiences in branding and the presentation of proposed strategies for developing branding in Iran National branding is one of the key concepts in the strategic management of countries and serves as an effective tool for enhancing international standing, promoting economic development, increasing political influence, and strengthening cultural identity.This concept,

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Why Trump Is Not a Nobel Prize Candidate

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An Analytical Note from the International Relations Think Tank on Donald Trump’s Performance and the Inconsistencies of His Foreign Policy with the Core Values of the Nobel Peace Prize Abstract Since its establishment in 1895 through Alfred Nobel’s will, the Nobel Peace Prize has consistently been recognized as a symbol of fostering lasting peace and

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U.S. Soft Power Influence in Iraq Under the Guise of Experiential Education

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An analytical note by Sahab Think Tank on the new U.S. project aimed at exerting soft power among Iraqi youth and adolescents, considering the weaknesses of the country’s educational system The United States is leveraging non-governmental organizations like World Learning to expand its influence in Iraq, taking advantage of gaps in the country’s educational system.

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A Narrative of the Defeat of the Zionist Regime in the Imposed War against Iran

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Iran’s Hidden Victories and the Decline of the Zionist Regime: The Multifaceted 12-Day War and the Importance of the Battle of Narratives Abstract Today’s wars go beyond traditional military confrontations and extend into multiple arenas such as culture, media, cyberspace, and psychology. Under these circumstances, the battle over narratives and public opinion has become one

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Assessment of the Animation Industry in the Country

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Evaluating the current state of animation in Iran, identifying its challenges, and providing recommendations to leverage the cultural and economic potential of the animation sector Abstract Today, animation is not only an artistic activity at the individual level but also, through mass production in the form of series and films for entertainment, advertising, and educational

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Regional Value Chains: The Main Pathway for Sustained Growth in Industrial Exports

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An examination of trade–economic agreements and regional value chains, with policy recommendations to strengthen Iran’s role in regional value networks According to statistics from reputable international organizations, nearly half of global trade is conducted through global value chains. Although the rapid globalization that followed World War II slowed in the 2010s—and even partially reversed toward

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