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A forthcoming IIS publication examines contemporary debates on sharia through historical, political, and social perspectives. The book explores questions of reform, constitutionalism, human rights, ethics, and the evolving role of Islamic law in modern Muslim societies.

The Aga Khan Centre welcomed members of The Travellers Club for an afternoon exploring the Aga Khan Library, rare collections, and the Canticle of the Birds exhibition.

Applications are now open for the IIS Dissertation Writing Scholarship 2026, supporting graduate students researching Ismaili and Islamic studies topics.

Applications are now open for the Annemarie Schimmel Fellowship, supporting research in Islamic mysticism, Persian and South Asian literature, and Muslim devotional traditions. Deadline: 30 September 2026.

The Institute of Ismaili Studies hosted the launch of A Practical Guide to Critical Religion, bringing together leading scholars to explore how categories such as “religion” and “the secular” shape scholarship, governance, and public life.

STEP students reflect on how their London-based training is shaping classroom practice during field teaching placements in Syria, Pakistan, India and beyond.

A collaborative module between UCL IoE and IIS brought together students from 17 countries to explore education, justice and global challenges.

IIS celebrated the achievements of the Class of 2026 at the Ismaili Centre, London, marking the graduation of GPISH and STEP students and recognising academic excellence through dissertation prizes.

IIS hosted the two-day Elemental conference at the Aga Khan Centre, bringing together scholars and practitioners to explore Ismaili perspectives on the natural elements, environmental ethics and contemporary climate challenges.

Dr Daryoush Mohammad Poor engaged with universities and Ismaili communities across Canada in early 2026, delivering lectures, participating in an international AI research sandpit in Montreal, and leading outreach sessions in Vancouver and Edmonton.